Best apps like Modes

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

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Whether you want more options like Modes or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Modes

#1

Circle of Fifths Guide by Sincere Apps

Learn music theory and chords

Editor's Choice

4.8(133 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Master music theory with an interactive Circle of Fifths. Learn key signatures, chords in key, and chord shapes with visual aids and audio playback. Ideal for musicians of all levels to deepen their understanding of harmony.

#2

Scales Pro: Circle of Fifths by Olric Digital

Chords, Scales & Metronome

Strong Contender

4.5😐(288 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Learn music theory with an interactive Circle of Fifths, chord charts, and scale diagrams. Includes a metronome and visual aids for guitar, bass, and piano. Ideal for musicians of all levels.

What We Love

👍 Clear and helpful interface
👍 Great for writing music
👍 Good for understanding chord progressions
👍 Developer responsiveness noted
👍 Clean design appreciated
👍 No ads mentioned in one review
👍 Pro version offered as a deal
👍 Good teaching tool for beginners
👍 Notes are played when touched

Room to Improve

😞 Subscription model locks features
😞 Piano view is limited compared to guitar
😞 Limited chord options for piano
😞 App is only for beginners
😞 Circle of fifths not fully utilized
😞 Musically incorrect note names
😞 Keyboard display is off
😞 Excessive and intrusive ads
😞 Unusable on iPad/crashes

#3

Chords Pad by Loop-Sessions.LLC.

Music Chords Sampler

Worth Considering

4.8(93 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Explore musical chords with an interactive keyboard display and customizable pads. Visualize chord tones, experiment with progressions, and play notes via MIDI. Unlock advanced features and sounds through in-app purchases.

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Piano Companion: chords,scales

Piano Companion: chords,scales

Piano Companion: chords,scales

Jazz Dictionary & Progressions

This music theory app serves as a comprehensive chord and scale dictionary for musicians. It offers tools for building chord progressions, exploring the circle of fifths, and creating custom libraries. Users can find chords and scales by inputting keys or using a MIDI keyboard, with options for detailed analysis and audio playback.

Extensive chord and scale library (1500+ chords, 10,000+ scales)Chord progression builder with common patternsInteractive Circle of Fifths

free with in-app purchases

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Circle of Fifths

Circle of Fifths

Circle of Fifths

Make better music now

Explore music theory with a visual representation of the 12 keys. Understand scales, compose chord progressions, and mix in key. Features color-coded relationships, key signatures, and sounded chords for each key.

Color-coded key relationshipsKey signature and triad displaySounded chords and arpeggios

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TONALY: Songs, Scales & Theory

TONALY: Songs, Scales & Theory

TONALY: Songs, Scales & Theory

Chord Progressions & Practice

This app helps musicians of all levels write songs, find chords, and learn music theory. It offers tools for chord and scale practice, MIDI and PDF export, and collaboration features for songwriters and producers.

Songwriting toolsChord and scale learningMIDI and PDF export

free with in-app purchases

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Piano Chords and Scales

Piano Chords and Scales

Piano Chords and Scales

Learn, play and compose songs

Explore chords, scales, and progressions to compose music. Visualize musical structures on a virtual piano and staff, with interactive tools and audio playback. Ideal for musicians of all levels seeking inspiration and understanding.

Chord and scale collectionsSong composer with recommendationsVirtual piano and staff views

free with in-app purchases

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Functional Ear Trainer

Functional Ear Trainer

Functional Ear Trainer

Ear training for everyone

Develop your musical ear by learning to recognize tones within the context of a specific musical key. This app helps you understand the function of each note, improving your ability to transcribe, improvise, and play music by ear. Suitable for all ages and skill levels, with just 10 minutes of daily practice.

Recognize tones in musical key contextUnderstand note functionImprove transcription skills

free with in-app purchases

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ChordButter: Easy Songwriting

ChordButter: Easy Songwriting

ChordButter: Easy Songwriting

Chord Progressions & Melody

This app simplifies music creation by offering intuitive tools for chord progressions, melody composition, and lyric writing. It helps musicians and producers overcome creative blocks with smart suggestions and visual aids, making music theory accessible and fun. Export your ideas as MIDI or text to your DAW.

Chord ComposerSong GeneratorSmart Chord Suggestions

free with in-app purchases

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Chord ai - Play any song!

Chord ai - Play any song!

Chord ai - Play any song!

Chords, beats, lyrics and more

Instantly get chords, beats, and lyrics for any song from your audio files, streaming services, or microphone. This AI-powered tool helps musicians of all levels learn and improve their playing with advanced recognition and playback features.

Real-time chord recognitionBeat and bar trackingOn-device lyrics recognition

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