# Chord Designer — Reverse Chorderator

> Identify invented chords by inputting notes on a virtual fretboard. (iPhone/iPad app by Edmund Sullivan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-designer/id1233873211 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Edmund Sullivan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1038870945)
- Category: Reference, Music
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 1.61/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-designer/id1233873211/reviews.md

## What is Chord Designer?

Reverse Chord Lookup - Find out the name of that chord you just invented.

Simply tap the virtual fretboard to input the chord you're playing and the Chord Designer tells you what it's called. You can even hear what it sounds like right on your device.

Supports:

* Alternate tunings (infinitely customizable)
* Bass, mandolin, ukulele
* Lefty mode

## Key features

- Reverse chord lookup
- Virtual fretboard input
- Hear chord sounds
- Supports alternate tunings
- Instrument support (bass, mandolin, ukulele)
- Lefty mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chord-designer/id1233873211/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Still crashing

*2020-07-27, version 1.2*

I figured I’d give it a shot cause a lot of the reviews saying it crashes when you try and open it we’re over a year old and it had said that the developer had fixed some bugs that cause crashes. When I first downloaded the app and opened it directly from the App Store,  it opened and worked exactly as hoped, great app. However once I closed it the first time and tried to open it again it simply won’t open at all, it tries but it doesn’t manage. I wish they would get this fixed cause the version you can use on their website for free is great and the app version is even better, but the app is basically useless to most people simply cause it won’t open.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2020-05-07, version 1.1*

Paid the 1.99 (any way to get a refund?) and the app won’t even open on my iPhone.

### 1/5 — Crashes constantly

*2020-04-28, version 1.1*

Used to be a great Application. Crashes on startup now. Developer needs to do an update ASAP.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work with iOS 13

*2019-11-11, version 1.1*

This app should be removed from the store.  It does not work.

### 1/5 — Quit working

*2019-05-14, version 1.1*

Initially purchased in September of 2018.  At first the app worked great but suddenly stopped working in October or so and just disappeared from my iPhone.  I downloaded again and all it does is make the phone “flash” but doesn’t open the app.  Deleted and reloaded several times but the app still doesn’t work.  Sent email to website but never received an answer.  Very disappointed.

### 1/5 — Don’t buy!

*2019-04-27, version 1.1*

Installed on my iPhone X. It crashes every time I try to open it.

### 2/5 — Crashes on iPhone XS

*2019-04-24, version 1.1*

It won't even open!  Help! Great app when it worked!

### 1/5 — Crashes immediately

*2019-02-13, version 1.1*

IPad Pro IOS v. 12.1.1.
On opening, it immediately disappears and displays the desktop.
Deleting and re-installing has no effect.

### 1/5 — What the heck...

*2019-01-31, version 1.1*

I bought this app and it won’t even open. It crashes every time I try. Would love my money back.

### 1/5 — App is crashing, doesn’t load

*2019-01-11, version 1.1*

I just purchased this app and am unable to get it to launch on my IphoneX.  I’ve rebooted but it still does not work.  Could the developer look into this?

## Frequently asked questions about Chord Designer

### What does Chord Designer do?

Chord Designer helps you identify the name of any chord you create. You can input the notes by tapping on a virtual fretboard, and the app will tell you what the chord is called. It also allows you to hear how the chord sounds on your device.

### What instruments and tunings are supported?

The app supports a variety of instruments including bass, mandolin, and ukulele. It also offers infinitely customizable alternate tunings, allowing you to set up your instrument exactly how you play it.

### Is there a cost to use Chord Designer?

Based on the provided information, Chord Designer is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription fees.

### Can left-handed players use this app?

Yes, Chord Designer includes a dedicated lefty mode, ensuring that left-handed players can comfortably use the virtual fretboard to input chords.

### How do I find the name of a chord I invented?

To find the name of an invented chord, simply tap the notes on the virtual fretboard that make up your chord. The app will then analyze these notes and display the corresponding chord name.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2 — 2020-07-12

Fix a crash in some iOS versions.

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## More apps by Edmund Sullivan

- [Chorderator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chorderator/id1059892146)

All apps by Edmund Sullivan: https://appshunter.io/developer/1038870945

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