# StringMaster Lite — Learn the Fretboard Fast

> Guitar fretboard learning and chord tool with upgrade options. (iPhone/iPad app by Great Apptitude Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stringmaster-lite/id605222142 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Great Apptitude Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519213669)
- Category: Education, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 165 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stringmaster-lite/id605222142/reviews.md

## What is StringMaster Lite?

StringMaster Lite is the free version of the popular StringMaster Pro application for iPad and Mac, dedicated to learning the fretboard. Now Includes StringMaster's sophisticated Chord tools.  StringMaster Lite supports Guitar fretboard only, with in App purchase options to support the full range of StringMaster Pro instruments, Merton & Tuner, Fretlight Guitars, or be fully upgraded to StringMaster Pro to include MIDI playback with chord & scale display, Scales, Songwriting capability, note finding & more.

## Key features

- Guitar fretboard learning
- Chord tools
- Supports multiple instruments (via IAP)
- MIDI playback (via IAP)
- Songwriting capability (via IAP)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StringMaster Pro Upgrade | $14.99 | one-time |
| Metronome and Tuner | $3.99 | one-time |
| Fretlight Guitar Support | $3.99 | one-time |
| Enable All Instruments | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stringmaster-lite/id605222142/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Wanted to try it. Did not work.

*2025-12-15*

Installed app. Picked Bass in settings. Played notes. Nothing. App view shows guitar but seeings bass. 

If this is a 'limit' of the free trial, it cost you a sale. Best the limit be one instrument, which ever one you try first. I was unable to get this app to do anything.

### 5/5 — kail

*2025-11-26, version 4.1.1*

whit savbk smee

### 1/5 — Worst GUI Ever

*2024-06-12*

That guy, has to be the mist incompetent "pretend-to-be" developer in the world. Not only the GUI is a total mess, bugs come out like Ants found an ice-cream, but also changes the app fundamentally causing confusion.

It is at best useless and I cant imagine anyone ever paying for the extras.

What a disgrace for the dev community. Everyone thinks is a developer nowadays.

### 5/5 — effective

*2023-02-20, version 1.60*

i use this app everyday. I set it a 2 minutes and go to it several times daily trying to improve my score. It works. I recommend it.

### 4/5 — Only missing a couple features to be perfect

*2023-01-02*

First, it’s always a pleasure to find an app that does what you are looking for. Then it’s an added bonus when that app is free. Doesn’t happen very often. The only features this is missing is the ability to focus on a single string at a time and limit the notes being worked on to something other than a full scale.

### 5/5 — Just what I was looking for

*2021-09-29*

Excellent app. Exactly what you need to memorize the fretboard.

### 5/5 — Wow

*2018-07-13, version 1.55*

I’ve been trying to figure out what the catch is, but so far FretMaster appears to be the exceptionally rare, very good, free app. Can’t see ads, haven’t been asked to upgrade, and it’s not a trial. Therefore, they get my first ever review. Well done! Thank you

### 3/5 — Almost perfect - Capo feature broken

*2016-06-13*

Very parametrizable on scale to pick.
Nice looking interface.
Unfortunately cannot set minimum fret by using capo.  Game apparently selects a note less than the minimum fret and you don't see which note the app is expecting.
Also how to set the capo is not described in the help and you have to play around with the interface to get the capo.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2016-04-10*

Excellent app with plenty of features to keep you learning. Perfect for beginners and experienced musicians. You set your personal levels.

### 5/5 — Super!

*2015-12-20, version 1.51*

Klasse Training, Fret Größe einstellbar, das habe ich immer gesucht... Weiter so...😀👍😀👍😀

## Frequently asked questions about StringMaster Lite

### What is StringMaster Lite?

StringMaster Lite is a free application designed to help users learn the guitar fretboard quickly. It includes sophisticated chord tools and offers in-app purchases for expanded functionality.

### What instruments does StringMaster Lite support?

StringMaster Lite primarily supports the guitar fretboard. In-app purchases allow for support of additional instruments like Merton & Tuner, Fretlight Guitars, or a full upgrade to StringMaster Pro.

### What advanced features are available through in-app purchases?

In-app purchases can unlock features such as MIDI playback with chord & scale display, scales, songwriting capability, and note finding, transforming it into the full StringMaster Pro experience.

### What is the learning methodology of StringMaster Lite?

StringMaster Lite focuses on visual and interactive learning of the guitar fretboard and chord structures. It provides tools to help users memorize note positions and understand chord voicings.

### How does StringMaster Lite track user progress?

While specific progress tracking metrics are not detailed, the app's interactive nature and tool-based approach allow users to gauge their improvement in fretboard knowledge and chord recall.

### Does StringMaster Lite offer certifications?

StringMaster Lite does not offer formal certifications. Its purpose is to provide educational tools for self-directed learning of guitar fretboard and chord knowledge.

### What is the update frequency for StringMaster Lite?

The app was last updated on October 8, 2024, indicating active development. Previous updates suggest a regular cadence for improvements and feature additions.

### Is StringMaster Lite available on Android devices?

StringMaster Lite is currently available for iPad and Mac. Support for Android devices is not mentioned in the provided information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2.7 — 2026-07-01

Updates to Help and Bug Fixes

### 4.2.6 — 2026-06-28

Bug fixes and code cleanup

### 4.2.2 — 2026-04-14

Minor updates for upgrading to StringMaster Pro

### 4.2.1 — 2026-04-10

Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 4.0.3 — 2024-10-08

Minor bug fixes and improvements for IOS 18.

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