Best Midi Monitor App

215+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our midi monitor app list covers 215+ iPhone apps updated through June 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Midi Monitor App (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MIDI WrenchMIDI WrenchFree4.6★ (65)NoNoJul 2026
2ShowMIDIShowMIDIFree4.9★ (16)NoNoJul 2026
3MIDI ScopeMIDI ScopeFree4.8★ (20)NoNoJun 2026
4Protokol - MIDI/OSC MonitorProtokol - MIDI/OSC MonitorFree4.6★ (15)NoYesMay 2026
5Midi Sheet MusicMidi Sheet MusicFree4.6★ (590)NoNoJul 2026
6Midiflow Monitor (Audiobus)Midiflow Monitor (Audiobus)Free4.0★ (9)NoNoMay 2026
7MIDI MonitorMIDI MonitorFreeNoNoJul 2026
8NS MIDI PlayerNS MIDI PlayerFree4.5★ (193)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Midi Monitor App

MIDI Wrench#1

MIDI Wrench by Christian Schoenebeck d/b/a Crudebyte

MIDI Monitor & MIDI Controller
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
4.6(65 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.

ShowMIDI#2

ShowMIDI by Uwyn, LLC

Effortlessly visualize MIDI
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.9(16 ratings)
Free
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This application provides a real-time, glanceable view of all MIDI activity on your computer. It visualizes various MIDI messages and allows you to pause the flow for a data snapshot. It can be used as a standalone tool or an AUv3 plugin within your DAW.

MIDI Scope#3

MIDI Scope by Kinematic Systems, LLC

MIDI Monitor
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.8(20 ratings)
Free
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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.

More Midi Monitor App apps to explore

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Protokol - MIDI/OSC Monitor
Protokol - MIDI/OSC Monitor
Protokol - MIDI/OSC Monitor
Control protocol test utility
Free

This utility app monitors and logs various control protocols like MIDI and OSC. It's designed for creators to inspect complex message streams, supporting sources such as Art-Net and gamepads.

MIDI loggingOSC monitoringArt-Net support
🎵 Music
(15)
free
5
Midi Sheet Music
Midi Sheet Music
Midi Sheet Music
Convert Midi to Sheet Music
Free

Convert MIDI files into playable sheet music. This free application plays music, highlights notes on both piano and sheet music, and offers features like speed adjustment and transposition. Learn your favorite songs with a library of classical pieces and readily available MIDI files.

Convert MIDI to sheet musicSynchronized playback and note highlightingAdjustable music speed
🎵 Music
(590)
free
6
Midiflow Monitor (Audiobus)
Midiflow Monitor (Audiobus)
Midiflow Monitor (Audiobus)
MIDI monitoring
Free

This app helps you visualize MIDI data flowing through your Audiobus setup. It's useful for troubleshooting or learning how MIDI works in your music production workflow. It supports background tracking and split-screen viewing.

Monitor MIDI data in AudiobusTrack MIDI in foreground/backgroundUse multiple instances
🎵 Music
(9)
free
7
MIDI Monitor
MIDI Monitor
MIDI Monitor
by Hiroshi Okawa
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
8
NS MIDI Player
NS MIDI Player
NS MIDI Player
Simple MIDI player
Free

This application allows users to play MIDI files on their Apple devices. It supports various MIDI formats, custom sound fonts, and synchronized lyrics. Advanced features like audio export and MIDI output connection are available via a one-time purchase.

Play standard MIDI files (.mid, .midi, .kar)Support for custom SoundFonts (.sf2, .dls)View time-synced lyrics
🎵 Music
(193)
free with in-app purchases
9
MIDI Guitar
MIDI Guitar
MIDI Guitar
Play any synth on your guitar
Free

Transform your guitar into a MIDI controller in real-time. This app accurately transcribes your playing into MIDI data, allowing you to control any synth or virtual instrument. It offers low latency and high accuracy, comparable to professional hardware.

Real-time guitar to MIDI transcriptionLow latency and high accuracyControl any synth or virtual instrument
🎵 Music
(132)
free with in-app purchases
10
MIDI Opener
MIDI Opener
MIDI Opener
The essential MIDI player
Free

This app is a powerful and modern MIDI player designed for musicians, learners, and creators. It offers visual playback, tempo and key control, and advanced track management. Import custom soundbanks and enjoy features like synchronized lyrics and a 3D visualizer.

Visual MIDI playbackTempo and key controlAdvanced track controls
🔧 Utilities
(85)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
(64)
free with in-app purchases
12
MIDI Designer Pro X
MIDI Designer Pro X
MIDI Designer Pro X
Custom MIDI Controller
Free

Create custom MIDI controllers for any MIDI-enabled hardware or software. Offers extensive customization, a large user-created layout library, and robust MIDI communication. Ideal for musicians and producers seeking a personalized control experience.

Control any MIDI-enabled deviceNetwork, Bluetooth, and USB MIDIExtensive user layout library
🎵 Music
(266)
freemium
13
Tize: Music & Beat Maker
Tize: Music & Beat Maker
Tize: Music & Beat Maker
Make & mix beats on a Drum Pad
Free

Create professional music with a user-friendly interface. Easily make beats, record audio, add effects, and even auto-tune vocals. Share your creations with a global community or export them for use in other digital audio workstations.

Drum pad beat makingProfessional sound packsAudio recording and looping
🎵 Music
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
14
MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller
MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller
MIDIKeys - MIDI Controller
Send MIDI Data to Apps/Synths
Free

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.

Virtual MIDI keyboardSend MIDI messagesOctave transposition
🎵 Music
(15)
free
15
LK - Ableton & Midi Controller
LK - Ableton & Midi Controller
LK - Ableton & Midi Controller
Sequencer and Clip Launcher
Free

This application acts as a remote control for Ableton Live and MIDI devices, enhancing electronic music production and live performance. It offers deep integration with Ableton Live and extensive MIDI capabilities for controlling software and hardware. The app is modular, with features available as separate in-app purchases.

Ableton Live integrationMIDI device controlClip launching and sequencing
🎵 Music
(695)
free with in-app purchases
16
mfxMonitor
mfxMonitor
mfxMonitor
MIDI Effect Plugin
Free

This utility displays incoming MIDI events in both text and hex format with timestamps. It offers a clear button to reset the event log and is part of a series of powerful MIDI plugins for music production.

MIDI event displayTextual and hex formatTimestamped events
🎵 Music
(4)
free
17
Cubasis 3 - DAW & Music Studio
Cubasis 3 - DAW & Music Studio
Cubasis 3 - DAW & Music Studio
Music Production & Recording
$49.99

Capture musical ideas and transform them into professional songs on your iPhone and iPad. This intuitive audio and MIDI DAW offers recording, mixing, and sharing capabilities with advanced editing and effects.

Unlimited audio and MIDI tracksFull-screen mixerGroup tracks
🎵 Music
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Sweet MIDI Player
Sweet MIDI Player
Sweet MIDI Player
by Roni Music
Free

This application allows users to play and edit MIDI files. It offers features like transposing, tempo changes, channel muting, and synchronized lyric display. Users can also manage playlists and utilize a built-in sound library.

MIDI file playbackMIDI file editingTempo and transpose control
🎵 Music
(83)
free with in-app purchases
19
MIDI Memo Recorder
MIDI Memo Recorder
MIDI Memo Recorder
by Line 6, Inc
Free

Record and play back any MIDI data on your mobile device. Easily store, find, recall, and email MIDI information like synth sounds and effect patches. Firmware updates for compatible hardware are also managed through this app.

Record and play MIDI dataStore, find, and recall MIDI filesEmail MIDI information
🎵 Music
(5)
free
20
MIDI Score
MIDI Score
MIDI Score
Sheet Music & MIDI Player
Free

This app transforms MIDI files into synchronized sheet music. View musical notes as the music plays, with support for various clefs and track selection. Manage your songs and download new ones directly.

Converts MIDI to sheet musicSynchronized playbackSupports multiple clefs
🎵 Music
(147)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Midi Monitor App

What is the best midi monitor app for iPhone?
MIDI Wrench tops our midi monitor app ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 65 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top midi monitor app we rank are free to download, including MIDI Wrench and ShowMIDI.
MIDI Wrench has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 215+ midi monitor app on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
MIDI Wrench is a comprehensive tool for managing MIDI devices on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. It allows you to visualize and monitor MIDI messages sent by connected devices in real-time, and also send your own MIDI messages using virtual controls.
Key features include listing all CoreMIDI devices and virtual ports, displaying incoming MIDI events, sending MIDI Note-On, Note-Off, and Control Change messages via virtual controls, filtering MIDI events, and copying MIDI events to the iOS clipboard.