I'm with you. That was the main motivation for also having the local web interface.

i.e. http://jamcorder.local

It also has an open API, that's pretty simple. So you could integrate it into other apps or open source software.

Apples and oranges. OP's device captures midi not audio.

Also: Less space than a Nomad.

"Do i need to use the app? - No. You can also access your recordings directly from the SD card and by using wifi setup you can do things like set the date & time without the app.", from the FAQ