Comparison

ProRecord vs DiskPiano

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ProRecord

Control and adjust settings for a piano system, including volume, tone, and playback. Save and share performance data, and manage it via iTunes. Connect via Bluetooth or cable for full system integration.

Highlights
  • Sound control (tone, reverb, EQ)
  • Metronome settings
  • Performance data recording and playback
  • Demo songs
  • System adjustments (touch, tuning, pedal)
  • Bluetooth and cable connectivity
Features
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ProRecord is a companion app for PianoDisc's ProRecord system that allows you to easily access and adjust ProRecord's settings such as volume, tone, and performance playback. You can also save the performance data from ProRecord to your iPhone, where you can send it to someone else via email, or receive new performance data and play it back on your ProRecord system. The ProRecord app supports iTunes sharing, and your performance data can also be managed through iTunes. If the ProRecord system is 2017 model, you can connect with Bluetooth. Please Note: in order to cable connect to your ProRecord system, both an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter and a USB mini B cable are required. [Features] * Sound control - Tone, Reverb, Effect (Chorus, Rotary, Delay), 4 band equalizer, Transpose, User preset * Metronome - Beat, Tempo, Volume * Performance Data - Recording, Playback, Transmission, and Mail * Demo songs * Adjustments - Touch control, Note repeat limit, Black key volume, Individual key volume, Tuning, Auto sensor, Pedal position, Key depth, Continuous note-on, Connect with IQ player, MIDI-IN port, Panel led, Piano type, Tuning curve, Factory reset [Note] These features depend on the version of the ProRecord system.

About

DiskPiano

Transform your Disklavier, PianoDisc, or QRS piano into a self-playing instrument. Access a vast library of over 10,000 hours of piano music, updated daily, with smart discovery and performance controls. Connect easily via USB or Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Transforms acoustic pianos into self-playing instruments
  • Vast library of 10,000+ hours of piano music
  • Daily updates with new arrangements
  • Smart discovery by artist, song, or genre
  • Adjust tempo, transpose, pause, and skip songs
  • USB and Bluetooth MIDI connectivity
  • Compatible with Yamaha, PianoDisc, QRS, and Steinway pianos
Features
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DiskPiano: The Ultimate App for Self-Playing Pianos — Experience your piano come alive DiskPiano transforms your Yamaha Disklavier, PianoDisc, or QRS Piano into a living concert instrument that performs thousands of songs, from timeless classics to today’s biggest hits. — 10,000+ Hours of Piano Music - Updated Daily Access a vast, ever-growing library of piano performances. Enjoy a wide range of piano music, from movie-inspired themes and modern hits to romantic melodies, jazz, and classical-style pieces. New original arrangements and performances are added daily by our team of professional pianists and in-house producers. — Smart Discovery Browse by artist, song, or genre, or explore curated stations such as New Releases, TV & Movies, Anime & Asian Vibes, Kids & Family, Candlelight Romance, Christmas, Halloween, and more. — Smart Performance Control Pause, skip, change tempo, or transpose any song, while everything stays synchronized with your real piano’s performance. — Easy Connection: USB or Bluetooth Choose your preferred setup: - USB-MIDI (recommended) for best stability and instant response. Works with any USB-Type-C MIDI interface (around $25 on Amazon). - Bluetooth-MIDI for quick wireless control, compatible with Yamaha MD-BT01 and CME WIDI Master adapters. USB offers the most reliable performance for long sessions, while Bluetooth is perfect for fast, cable-free use. — Compatible Pianos and Keyboards Yamaha • Disklavier Mark II / III / IV • Disklavier e3 Series • DKC-800 / DKC-850 (controllers) • Disklavier ENSPIRE (latest generation) PianoDisc • Prodigy (Bluetooth MIDI and audio) • iQ (analog input) • CD-only models (via AirPlay or Bluetooth) • PDS128+ / PDS228 modules QRS • Pianomation II • PNOmation III (Wi-Fi enabled) Steinway & Sons • Spirio • Spirio | r (record-capable) Also works with digital pianos like: • Roland FP / RD / LX / HP Series • Kawai CN / CA / ES Series • Casio Privia Series • Nord, Korg, Kurzweil MIDI-capable keyboards Bring your piano to life, instantly. With DiskPiano, your instrument becomes a limitless music library of living performances, always expanding and always in tune with your mood. — Subscription Options Enjoy 15 minutes of free play every day. Unlock unlimited access with a monthly or yearly subscription. Unlock unlimited access with a monthly or yearly subscription. — Ready to Elevate Your Piano? Unlock all features starting at the selected subscription price. – Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation – Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period – Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings – Help: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy Policy: https://diskpiano.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ — Fully Licensed Music All performances on DiskPiano are licensed through recognized rights organizations (such as ASCAP) and include in-house productions, purchased arrangements, and public-domain recordings. All titles are cleared for use within the app. If any copyright concern is raised, we will take immediate steps to review, correct, or remove the material.

Screenshots

ProRecord3 screens
DiskPiano4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DiskPiano at 100% against ProRecord's 0%. DiskPiano also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 months). ProRecord's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DiskPiano sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. ProRecord asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DiskPiano holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DiskPiano has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ProRecord's written reviews are positive against 100% of DiskPiano's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProRecord ships an update every 11 months, DiskPiano every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ProRecord versus DiskPiano: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProRecordDiskPiano
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.9 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings216 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB71 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperNissin Electro Co., Ltd.Ludovic Lecerf

Customer experience

ProRecord

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DiskPiano

All ratings16 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

ProRecord

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DiskPiano

Subscriptions2
  • DiskPiano Monthly$19.991 Month
  • DiskPiano Yearly$199.991 Year

Questions

Is ProRecord free?
ProRecord is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DiskPiano free?
DiskPiano is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProRecord or DiskPiano?
DiskPiano is rated higher. ProRecord averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DiskPiano averages 4.9 from 16 ratings.
Do ProRecord or DiskPiano have ads?
Neither ProRecord nor DiskPiano shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProRecord or DiskPiano?
ProRecord ships an update every 11 months, and DiskPiano every 4 days. Most recently, ProRecord was updated on September 30, 2026 and DiskPiano on October 14, 2026.

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