# Chromatic Watch Tuner — Use just your Watch to tune

> Apple Watch app for chromatic tuning of musical instruments. (iPhone/iPad app by HotPaw Productions.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chromatic-watch-tuner/id1321122318 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HotPaw Productions](https://appshunter.io/developer/285074853)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.5 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chromatic-watch-tuner/id1321122318/reviews.md

## What is Chromatic Watch Tuner?

The HotPaw Chromatic Watch Tuner uses the microphone on your Apple Watch to accurately measure musical pitch.  Tune your musical instrument without your iPhone nearby.

The Watch Tuner display include a +-Cents tuning offset indication for tuning accuracy, a frequency readout , as well as a metering dot.  The metering dot moves to the center and turns green when an audio pitch is detected to be in tune.

Before first using the Watch app, please launch the iOS app and grant Permission to use Microphone when prompted.  You can also grant Microphone Permission in your iPhone's Settings, under Privacy.

For tuning your musical instrument with just your iPhone, please look in the iOS App Store for the HotPaw Guitar and Chromatic Strobe tuners.

## Key features

- Apple Watch microphone tuning
- Cents tuning offset indication
- Frequency readout
- In-tune metering dot
- iPhone app for permissions

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chromatic-watch-tuner/id1321122318/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Pitch setting control

*2023-09-25*

I tune my instrument to A441. How do I adjust the setting on my watch?

### 1/5 — Will not launch

*2022-01-20*

App works on iPhone. Whilst it appears on Apple Watch under apps, it will not launch. How do I get my money back?

### 2/5 — Works, sort of

*2020-05-11*

Works ok, but has a horrible interface, text half showing, looks really unfinished. Can’t recommend until this is sorted

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2019-05-24*

Loaded on watch. Launched on phone. Doesn’t work.

### 3/5 — Not bad so far

*2019-02-03*

Edit: App installs on phone and seems to work but doesn’t show up as available for the watch.  I had to reboot the phone and then the app automatically synced to the watch. There’s no how-to.

First attempts at tuning - it’s pretty accurate compared to pitch lab.  For an upright bass it’s not great with the E string. Will try it on a few more instruments.

### 1/5 — Most of the time it doesn’t work

*2018-12-05*

Useless. Have to restart my Apple Watch each time I need to use the app.

### 5/5 — very good

*2018-08-02*

it works good. forget your iphone .

## Frequently asked questions about Chromatic Watch Tuner

### How do I grant Chromatic Watch Tuner microphone permissions?

Before first use, launch the iOS app and grant permission when prompted. You can also enable microphone access in your iPhone's Settings under Privacy.

### Does Chromatic Watch Tuner work without my iPhone?

Yes, the app is designed to tune your musical instrument using just your Apple Watch's microphone, without needing your iPhone nearby.

### What information does the Chromatic Watch Tuner display?

The display includes a +-Cents tuning offset, a frequency readout, and a visual metering dot that turns green when the pitch is in tune.

### What is the price of Chromatic Watch Tuner?

Chromatic Watch Tuner is available for a one-time purchase of $1.99.

### How often is Chromatic Watch Tuner updated?

The app was last updated on April 22, 2022, with version 1.1.2. Update frequency may vary.

### What devices is Chromatic Watch Tuner compatible with?

The app supports Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod devices, requiring iOS 4+.

### What is the age rating for Chromatic Watch Tuner?

Chromatic Watch Tuner has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Chromatic Watch Tuner have ads?

No, Chromatic Watch Tuner does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2022-04-22

A minor "tune up" to better support the latest Apple WatchOS releases.

### 1.1.1 — 2021-05-31

Bug fix for frequency display on 44mm watch sizes.
Improved support for newer watchOS versions

### 1.0.3 — 2018-11-18

Bug fix for an issue restarting the tuner on an Apple Watch.

### 1.0.2 — 2017-12-15

Bug fix (for handling audio interruptions).

### 1.0.1 — 2017-12-13

No release notes.

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