Compact 25-key USB-C MIDI controller with pitch/mod wheels, 8 pads, and 5-pin DIN MIDI output.
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Checked September 2026
Akai Professional MPK Mini IV vs Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 (2026)
Akai Professional MPK Mini IV is best for compact beat and melody production on the go; Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 is best for portable nks-mapped control of komplete and nks plugins. Akai Professional MPK Mini IV starts at $99 and Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 at $139.
NI's smallest keyboard controller with 32 synth-action keys and deep NKS/Komplete integration.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
| Akai Professional MPK Mini IV | Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | compact beat and melody production on the go | portable nks-mapped control of komplete and nks plugins |
| Starting price | $99 | $139 |
| Free version | No | No |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Formats | USB-MIDI | USB-MIDI |
| OS | Windows, macOS, iOS | Windows, macOS |
| Key features | 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, 8 velocity-sensitive RGB MPC pads, 8 endless knobs, pitch and mod wheels, 5-pin DIN MIDI output | 32 synth-action mini keys, OLED display for browsing and feedback, Smart Play (scales, chords, arpeggios), Touch strips for pitch/mod, 8 touch-sensitive control knobs |
| Developer | Akai Professional | Native Instruments |
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Akai Professional MPK Mini IV starts at $99; Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 starts at $139.
25 velocity-sensitive mini keys, 8 velocity-sensitive RGB MPC pads, 8 endless knobs, pitch and mod wheels, 5-pin DIN MIDI output.
32 synth-action mini keys, OLED display for browsing and feedback, Smart Play (scales, chords, arpeggios), Touch strips for pitch/mod, 8 touch-sensitive control knobs.