# Strum - Play Guitar — Play all your favorite songs

> App converts songs to playable guitar chords with practice modes. (iPhone/iPad app by W185 Holdings.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strum-play-guitar/id6749384181 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [W185 Holdings](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761597813)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.67/5 from 19,766 App Store ratings · 845 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.1 · 117 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, German (Germany), French (France)
- Released: 2025-08-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strum-play-guitar/id6749384181/reviews.md

## What is Strum?

Transform any song into playable chords in seconds! Whether you're jamming to YouTube hits, your personal music library, or chart-toppers, Strum makes learning your favorite songs effortless.*

Key Features:
YouTube Integration - Paste any YouTube music link and get instant chord progressions
File Upload Support - Upload your own audio files (MP3, WAV, M4A) for chord detection
Top Charts Library - Browse trending songs with pre-loaded chord charts
Top Quality Chords - Advanced in-house algorithm analyzes audio to identify accurate chord progressions
Practice Mode - Loop sections and adjust playback speed for learning

Perfect For:
Beginner musicians learning new songs
Experienced players wanting quick chord references
Music teachers creating lesson materials
Songwriters analyzing chord progressions
Anyone who loves playing music

Stop searching for unreliable chord tabs online. Get accurate, professionally formatted chord charts for any song in your music collection. From classic rock to today's pop hits, Strum has you covered.
Download now and start playing your favorite songs today!

Terms of Service: https://www.strumguitarapp.com/terms

CUSTOMER SUPPORT:
Your experience is our number one priority! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to support@strumguitarapp.com and we will get back to you as fast as possible!

**Access to all features requires a paid subscription to Strum Unlimited. Additional information can be found on the in-app paywall.**

## Key features

- YouTube music link integration for instant chords
- Upload personal audio files for chord detection
- Browse trending songs with pre-loaded charts
- Advanced algorithm for accurate chord progressions
- Practice mode with looping and speed adjustment

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly 9.99 - 1 week free trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Strum - Unlimited | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| $49.99/year w/ 7d trial | $49.99 | per year |
| $79.99/year w/ 7d trial | $79.99 | per year |
| AutoChord - Premium Chords | $0.99 | per month |
| Strum - Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Strum - Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Strum - Unlimited | $19.99 | per month |
| Strum - Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| Strum - Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Strum - Unlimited | $12.99 | per month |
| Strum - Unlimited | $99.99 | per year |
| Strum - Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |
| Strum - Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |


## Chart rankings

- #42 in Top Free · Music (US App Store)
- #33 in Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

## What do users think of Strum?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Chord generation
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 All-in-one guitar app
- 👍 Scrolling feature for playing along

**Cons**

- 💰 Requires subscription to use
- 🚫 Can't access app without subscription
- 🚫 Limited free features
- 👎 Waste of time if can't use for free

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Can't get past certain questions
- Doesn't work for some users

**Most requested features**

- More song options
- Strumming patterns
- Free version with ads

## Recent user reviews (10 of 845)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strum-play-guitar/id6749384181/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ridículo

*2026-08-25*

faz vc responder um monte de pergunta, pede acesso a dados pessoais, para só no final dizer que tem que pagar 50 reais POR SEMANA pra ter acesso kkkk ridículo

### 1/5 — App is basically useless without paying

*2026-08-25, version 1.8.3*

All basic features are behind a paywall. I don’t think it’s worth paying for.

### 1/5 — Uhm

*2026-08-24, version 1.8.3*

In my opinion, very bad. It would not let me get past the subscription page so I could not play. And I am not using an app where I have to but it to use it like what..😭

### 1/5 — Haven’t even gotten to the app

*2026-08-23, version 1.8.3*

You’re asking me how the app is before I can even get in to the app. No way to skip the opening questions or reviews.

### 5/5 — Pretty tuff dude

*2026-08-23, version 1.8.3*

Tuff

### 3/5 — Tabs and strumming pattern

*2026-08-22, version 1.8.3*

It’d be better and more helpful if there were strumming patterns there because some songs I understand the chords I just can’t get the strumming patterns down. As for the tabs it would be great for beginners like me to learn riffs.

### 1/5 — no pay no use

*2026-08-22*

user have to pay for it

### 1/5 — Horrible customer service I removed my subscription 5+ times and they still take money every month.

*2026-08-21, version 1.8.3*

Never use this app or spend money on it, even if you remove and cancel your subscription they still will take money every month, funny right. You guys need to learn how to run a business I hope you have a horrible rest of your day.

### 1/5 — Decent app, insanely expensive

*2026-08-21*

Title

### 1/5 — Worst app

*2026-08-19*

Couldn’t even open app.
Just finished setting up the app and then it’s asking to download another app.

**Developer response:** We're really sorry to hear that you're having trouble opening the app. Please email us at strumappcontact@gmail.com with more details so we can look into this directly and help you resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We want to fix this and make the app better for you!

- The Strum Team

## Frequently asked questions about Strum

### Does Strum have ads?

No, Strum does not contain advertisements. The application is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for advanced features.

### What are the subscription options for Strum?

Strum offers multiple subscription plans, including 'AutoChord - Premium Chords' for $0.99/month with a 7-day free trial, and 'Strum - Unlimited' with various 7-day trial options and pricing starting at $6.99/week.

### How accurate are the chords generated by Strum?

Strum utilizes an advanced in-house algorithm designed to analyze audio and identify accurate chord progressions, aiming for top-quality chord detection.

### Can I use Strum offline?

The provided description does not specify offline functionality. However, features like YouTube integration suggest an active internet connection may be required for full use.

### What devices does Strum support?

Strum is currently supported on iPhones, as indicated by the 'supportedDevices' field.

### How often is Strum updated?

The latest version of Strum is 1.7.1, last updated on June 26, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting the app is actively maintained.

### What do users like and dislike about Strum?

User reviews highlight positive aspects like chord generation, ease of use, and its all-in-one guitar app functionality. However, negative feedback often points to the requirement of a subscription for full access and limited free features.

### What is the age rating for Strum?

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

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.5 — 2026-08-27

Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.8.4 — 2026-08-26

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.8.3 — 2026-08-19

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.8.2 — 2026-08-06

- Unlock and collect rare guitar badges on Strum
- Track your practice days and progress
- Phone doesn't sleep when playing a song
- Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.8.1 — 2026-07-30

Bug fixes and improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*