Best Keypad Midi Controller Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ keypad midi controller apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Keypad Midi Controller Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1KeyPad MIDI ControllerKeyPad MIDI ControllerFree5.0★ (9)NoNoAug 2026
2MIDIKeys - MIDI ControllerMIDIKeys - MIDI ControllerFree3.4★ (16)NoNoAug 2026
3MIDI WrenchMIDI WrenchFree4.6★ (71)NoNoAug 2026
4Midi Controller ProMidi Controller ProFree4.0★ (14)NoYesMay 2026
5MIDI-ControllerMIDI-Controller$3.994.1★ (33)NoNoAug 2026
6Midi Controller FreeMidi Controller FreeFree3.3★ (4)NoNoMay 2026
7MIDI Controller PRO WiFi, USBMIDI Controller PRO WiFi, USBFree4.7★ (25)YesYesAug 2026
8Mult ControllerMult ControllerFreeNoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Keypad Midi Controller

KeyPad MIDI Controller#1

KeyPad MIDI Controller by DiscoDSP LLC

SFZ, SF2 Player · Piano & Pads
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
5.0(9 ratings)
Free
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Transform your device into a professional MIDI controller with touch-optimized piano keys, drum pads, and performance controls. It supports SFZ, SF2, WAV, and M4A samples, and can control iOS apps, hardware synths, and Mac software wirelessly or wired.

MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller#2

MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller by Michael Eskin

Send MIDI Data to Apps/Synths
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
3.4(16 ratings)
Free
MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller screenshot 1
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This app acts as a virtual MIDI keyboard controller, allowing you to send MIDI messages to synthesizer apps and hardware. It offers customizable velocity, octave transposition, and tilt controls for expression.

MIDI Wrench#3

MIDI Wrench by Christian Schoenebeck d/b/a Crudebyte

MIDI Monitor & MIDI Controller
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.6(71 ratings)
Free
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This app acts as a versatile tool for managing MIDI devices on iOS. It allows you to monitor incoming MIDI messages in real-time and send your own MIDI commands using virtual controls. It's useful for troubleshooting MIDI setups and understanding device communication.

More Keypad Midi Controller apps to explore

4
Midi Controller Pro
Midi Controller Pro
Midi Controller Pro
by Michael Chourdakis
Free

Design and control MIDI setups with a professional-grade tool for iOS. Create custom presets with a wide array of controls, connect to Windows and OSX, and utilize advanced features like JavaScript support for complex setups.

Custom MIDI preset designConnect to Windows and OSX13 highly customized controls
🎵 Music
(14)
free with in-app purchases
5
MIDI-Controller
MIDI-Controller
MIDI-Controller
MIDI Keyboard & Controller
$3.99

This app provides a portable MIDI keyboard and controller for musicians, allowing them to play notes, trigger drum samples, and control parameters. It connects wirelessly or via USB to popular DAWs and synthesizers without extra software.

Play MIDI notes with piano keysTrigger drum samples with drum padsControl pitch bend with a slider
🎵 Music
(33)
paid
6
Midi Controller Free
Midi Controller Free
Midi Controller Free
by Michael Chourdakis
Free

This free application allows iOS users to connect to Windows and OSX devices, offering multiple connection options and numerous pre-made settings. It serves as a MIDI controller for music production and performance.

Connects to Windows and OSXMultiple connection optionsNumerous free presets
📊 Productivity
(4)
free
7
MIDI Controller PRO WiFi, USB
MIDI Controller PRO WiFi, USB
MIDI Controller PRO WiFi, USB
Keyboard, Pads & DAW Remote
Free

Create and control music with a customizable digital MIDI interface. Connect via USB, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi to your favorite MIDI-compatible software. Offers a variety of built-in components for flexible music production.

Customizable control canvasUSB, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi connectivityPiano roll
🎵 Music
(25)
free with in-app purchases
8
Mult Controller
Mult Controller
Mult Controller
Custom OSC & MIDI Controller
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
9
Bluetooth MIDI Connect
Bluetooth MIDI Connect
Bluetooth MIDI Connect
KORG BLE MIDI
Free

Wirelessly connect Korg's Bluetooth MIDI controllers to your iPhone or iPad. This app enables seamless integration for a variety of Korg devices, enhancing your mobile music production setup.

Wireless Bluetooth MIDI connectionConnects to Korg controllersCompatible with iPhone/iPad
🎵 Music
(60)
free
10
MC Pad - Bluetooth MIDI
MC Pad - Bluetooth MIDI
MC Pad - Bluetooth MIDI
Bluetooth MIDI Controller
Free

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a versatile Bluetooth MIDI controller. Send MIDI commands to compatible devices and software, offering customizable controls and a hierarchical preset structure for live performances.

Bluetooth MIDI controllerControl compatible devicesSupport PC, CC, and Note commands
🎵 Music
(5)
free with in-app purchases
11
GarageBand
GarageBand
GarageBand
Make great music anywhere
Free

Transform your device into a portable recording studio. Create music with virtual instruments, record vocals and guitars, and mix multi-track songs. Explore a vast library of sounds and effects to produce professional-sounding tracks anywhere.

Virtual instruments (keyboard, guitar, drums)Multi-track recording (up to 32 tracks)Live Loops for DJ-style creation
🎵 Music
(117K)
free
12
WiDI MIDI Studio
WiDI MIDI Studio
WiDI MIDI Studio
MIDI Sequencer and Controller
Free

Create custom MIDI control surfaces and sequences for your music production. Map buttons, pads, knobs, and faders to send MIDI events and control instruments or DAWs. Features an integrated step sequencer for composing musical ideas.

Customizable MIDI control surfaceIntegrated step sequencerMIDI CC and Note generation
🎵 Music
(2)
free
13
Bluetooth Midi Controller
Bluetooth Midi Controller
Bluetooth Midi Controller
Control your BLE Midi devices.
Free

Transform your iOS or iPadOS device into a wireless MIDI controller. Seamlessly manage your favorite DAWs, instruments, and effects on iOS, iPadOS, and desktop via Bluetooth LE. Offers extensive fader control for precise adjustments.

Wireless MIDI controlBluetooth Low Energy supportUp to 64 faders (128 on iPad)
🎵 Music
(5)
free
14
MIDI XY-PAD
MIDI XY-PAD
MIDI XY-PAD
Control your MIDI instruments
Free

This app enables sending two controllers simultaneously via network MIDI. It's designed to control your MIDI instruments by allowing you to select controllers and polarity on your mobile device, then connect to a network MIDI session on macOS.

Send two controllers simultaneouslyNetwork MIDI supportSelect controllers and polarity
🎵 Music
(7)
free
15
Midi-Morf
Midi-Morf
Midi-Morf
Wireless Midi Controller
Free
$6.99 | 100% OFF
🎵 Music
(0)
16
MIDI Scope
MIDI Scope
MIDI Scope
MIDI Monitor
Free

Monitor MIDI activity on your iOS device. Filter events by type, group, or channel, with detailed packet interpretation in decimal and hexadecimal. Send feedback directly to the developer.

Monitor MIDI activityFilter events by type, group, or channelDetailed event packet interpretation
🎵 Music
(20)
free
17
MIDI Magnet
MIDI Magnet
MIDI Magnet
by Morningstar FX Pte Ltd
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
18
Bluetooth Midi Pads
Bluetooth Midi Pads
Bluetooth Midi Pads
by pablo lopez
Free

Transform your iOS device into a wireless MIDI controller. Play your favorite DAWs and instruments on iOS, iPadOS, and desktop using Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI. Features a 16-pad matrix with selectable octaves.

Wireless MIDI controller16-pad matrixSelectable octave
🎵 Music
(3)
free
19
7III Tap: Live MIDI Controller
7III Tap: Live MIDI Controller
7III Tap: Live MIDI Controller
Ableton Live Controller
Free

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful MIDI controller for music production. It offers versatile views for instruments, sequencers, clip launching, and mixing, allowing for hands-on control of compatible software and hardware. Experience full functionality with a one-time purchase.

Device view with keyboards and sequencersClips view for launching and editingMixer view with integrated clips
🎵 Music
(14)
free with in-app purchases
20
Midi Studio
Midi Studio
Midi Studio
by VITALIY TARASYUK
$1.99

This app acts as a modular MIDI control surface, allowing users to remotely control software and hardware via Wi-Fi or USB. It offers various touch controls like faders, knobs, and XY pads for music production and studio setups.

Modular MIDI control surfaceWi-Fi and USB connectivityFaders, knobs, buttons, XY pads
🎵 Music
(65)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Keypad Midi Controller

What are the best keypad midi controller apps for iPhone?
KeyPad MIDI Controller tops our keypad midi controller apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 9 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top keypad midi controller apps we rank are free to download, including KeyPad MIDI Controller and MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller.
KeyPad MIDI Controller has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ keypad midi controller apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
KeyPad MIDI Controller transforms your iPad or iPhone into a professional MIDI controller. It features a touch-optimized piano keyboard, drum pads, and XY performance controls, allowing you to control music software and hardware.
Yes, KeyPad MIDI Controller includes a built-in sound engine. It supports loading SF2 SoundFonts, SFZ instruments, and WAV/M4A samples, allowing you to play sounds directly without needing other apps.