Best TabMaker alternatives: apps like TabMaker - Guitar Tab Editor

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

TabMaker is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to TabMaker

Bass Bassic#1

Bass Bassic by Yu-Sheng Wong

Learn Bass Chords & Scales
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8(4 ratings)
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Master bass guitar chords and scales with this intuitive learning tool. Explore a comprehensive library of scales and understand chord structures with clear fretboard diagrams. Its minimalist design focuses on practice, making it a portable reference for musicians of all levels.

4.7(13 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Catalog and track your musical instrument collection, including its history. Connect with other musicians to discuss gear, discover items for sale, and make offers. This app provides a dedicated space for your musical journey.

Bass Tuner#3
4.4😐(1.1K ratings)
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This application plays tuning notes for a standard 4-string bass guitar. It provides accurate reference tones to help musicians tune their instrument quickly and effectively.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy and convenient
  • 🎶 Accurate notes
  • 💰 Free app

Room to Improve

  • 🔇 Low volume
  • 🔢 Limited tuning options
  • 🐛 Doesn't work as expected

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This utility app provides accurate tuning notes for the mandolin, covering the standard G, D, A, and E strings. It's designed to help musicians quickly and easily achieve the correct pitch for their instrument.

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