# ChordMate

> Guitar chord progression creator and discovery tool with custom voicings. (iPhone/iPad app by Ilya Belenkiy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordmate/id416378492 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ilya Belenkiy](https://appshunter.io/developer/371760835)
- Category: Music, Reference
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.7 · 36 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2011-02-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordmate/id416378492/reviews.md

## What is ChordMate?

The right chords can transform a song. ChordMate will help you create interesting guitar chord progressions and discover new sounds.

- find the perfect chord voicing with filters to specify the top and bass note, location on the fretboard, etc.

- get suggestions for the next and previous chord in a chord progression and for chord substitution

- save your favorite chord shapes

- add your own chord voicings and get automatic name suggestions

- export the chord progression into other programs as a series of images, pdfs, or text

- use alternate tunings. ChordMate comes with the most common tunings, and you can add your own.

## Key features

- Chord voicing filters
- Chord progression suggestions
- Save favorite chord shapes
- Add custom chord voicings
- Export progressions (image, PDF, text)
- Alternate tunings support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordmate/id416378492/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Broken now

*2019-01-30, version 3.0.9*

From the developer’s site: “I worked on these apps for a very long time but no longer have the time to maintain them, and they require significant maintenance after the latest macOS update.”

### 3/5 — A good and simple designed app, but missing some important tools for guitar

*2016-12-30, version 3.0.8*

A good app with simple design to find most chords you need to play a song. Should not be worth the money displayed because It does not have features like the scales, circle of fifths, metronome, and the fretboard is not scrollable, and limited to 6 max frets on a fretboard. The custom chord also does not generate or identify some chords that other apps generate.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2016-04-03, version 3.0.7*

I have been playing for years and never studied music. This app helped me fullfill the gap between knowledge and creativity, now my inspiration became the limit not the "know how" you can progress any chords possible and your own, and save the project. Thank you! my wife is less happy now..... be glad I wrote the review not her.

### 5/5 — Jazz & 6 Strings

*2016-03-22, version 3.0.7*

Simply delighted. I've paid more for a good wine, but when it's gone, it's over. Not the case here. This app is straight forward and delivers as promised. When I have an idea for a song or want to simply experiment and don' have my strings handy, this covers it! Thanks so much.

### 5/5 — Great app, well designed and executed

*2015-02-22, version 3.0.5*

This is a truly useful app. I been playing for years but sometimes I'm at a loss for a chord that'd be perfect for something I'm working on. If that's ever a problem for you, this is definitely the app for you.

### 5/5 — Easy to work with and great assistance to build progressions

*2015-01-17, version 3.0.3*

I have been looking for a chord dictionary that helps in building progressions and that's not just a list of chords.  This is a great that recommends next chords for a progression.  Its exactly what I was looking for in progression building and quick testing when I'm not holding a guitar. 

It's the perfect chord dictionary and progression building app. I will look no more. 

Plus the developer was extremely helpful in making changes to the app so that it run on my phone. Great help and very responsive 

Martin

### 5/5 — Chord Mate

*2014-01-27, version 1.5*

A chord finder that makes sense , very intuitive and user friendly. No silly fluff etc. This is the best ...search over, period.

### 5/5 — Great Update. Reverse Chord Lookup, Please?

*2013-04-14, version 1.5*

Please devs, put a reverse chord lookup in here?

And I love the left-handed option. Finally some justice for us lefties!!

### 5/5 — Best guitar chord and tuning app!

*2013-03-25, version 1.5*

I love this app especially since I play a lot of slash chords eg. (E/C#) and I can put in just about any crazy chord I can think of and it'll show me how to play it. I also love this app because of its versatility in other tunings. You can the tunings and it'll show you how to play whatever chord you want for that tuning. Yea it's 5$ but trust me but it and you'll never want to use any other guitar chord app again.

### 3/5 — Alot of good features but...

*2013-01-26, version 1.4.2*

This app has a lot of good features but would be better if you could bookmark specific chords.   The way it is now, it remembers you searched for a "C" and you have to flip through 21 chords to get to the one you want.

## Frequently asked questions about ChordMate

### What is ChordMate?

ChordMate is a paid music application designed to help guitarists create and discover new chord progressions. It allows users to find specific chord voicings, get suggestions for chord substitutions, and save their favorite chord shapes.

### How much does ChordMate cost?

ChordMate is a paid app, priced at $9.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for creating and exploring guitar chords and progressions.

### What devices does ChordMate support?

ChordMate is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work across various Apple mobile devices.

### Can I add my own chords to ChordMate?

Yes, ChordMate allows you to add your own custom chord voicings. The app can also provide automatic name suggestions for these user-added chords.

### Does ChordMate support alternate tunings?

Yes, ChordMate supports alternate tunings. It comes with many common tunings pre-installed, and you can also add your own custom tunings.

### How often is ChordMate updated?

ChordMate was last updated on May 25, 2022, with version 3.0.10. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing maintenance and development by the developer, Harmonic Sense.

### What is the age rating for ChordMate?

ChordMate has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger users interested in music.

### Can I export my chord progressions from ChordMate?

Yes, you can export your chord progressions from ChordMate. The app offers export options as images, PDFs, or plain text, allowing you to use them in other programs.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.0.10 — 2022-05-25

Fixed the UI for iOS 15.

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