Checked September 2026
Akai Professional
Akai MPC One+ review
MIDI controllers
A standalone MPC with 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 16 GB storage. Best for producers who want standalone beatmaking that also controls a DAW. Price not published on the developer's site.
Key features
- Standalone MPC workflow
- 16 RGB-backlit velocity and pressure-sensitive pads
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 16 GB storage
- 5-pin MIDI in and out
- USB Type-A and Type-B ports
- Runs MPC 3.9 software
Pros
- Works without a computer
- Full MIDI I/O
Cons
- A workstation first, controller second
Akai MPC One+ alternatives
Compact 25-key USB-C MIDI controller with pitch/mod wheels, 8 pads, and 5-pin DIN MIDI output.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported+ iOSA 25-key universal MIDI controller with pads, faders, encoders, and a bundled software suite.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported- $139.99once
Novation
Novation Launchkey Mini 25 MK4
A 25 mini-key DAW controller with polyphonic-aftertouch pads, Scale/Chord modes, and an arpeggiator.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
Sources: www.akaipro.com