# VITALtuner — Only the best tuner > Professional instrument tuner with advanced modes and extensive tuning options. (iPhone/iPad app by Otreus Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitaltuner/id1128232445 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Otreus Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/329935267) - Category: Music - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.80/5 from 50 App Store ratings · 48 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 16 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more - Released: 2016-10-11 - Data updated: 2026-08-19 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitaltuner/id1128232445/reviews.md ## What is VITALtuner? “I’ve never been inspired by a tuner before.” – The Guitar Journal Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, VITALtuner is simply the best way to tune your instrument. Why? Keep reading and we promise to not disappoint! “The guitar settings options will get you excited...superior design” – Guitar Adventures “Incredibly accurate, very easy to use, and super reliable…the best I’ve ever used” – Award-winning guitarist John Huldt “Honestly, the BEST tuner I have ever seen. Incredible technology!” “This app blows everything else out of the water” “There is no other tuning app which has the breadth of options that VITALtuner has. This will be the only tuner anyone needs” - App Store reviews COMPLETE TUNING SOLUTION • Just bought your first mandolin and don’t have the slightest idea how to tune it? • Want to down-tune your guitar and play along with Jimi? • About to go onstage and perform Beethoven’s Violin Concerto? • In the studio and the producer is asking for an alternate banjo tuning? • Interested in exploring an obscure temperament for your harpsichord? With VITALtuner the above scenarios are covered with ease. And there is so much more you can do. MOBILE TUNING DONE RIGHT VITALtuner is designed for unsurpassed professional tuning accuracy that you can use seamlessly in any musical setting. A truly universal tuner for all instruments with a state-of-the-art Tuning Engine designed from the ground up to cover the widest range of pitches. From a low C extension on a double bass to a high C on a piccolo, you’re covered! TUNING MODES - LIKE 4 TUNERS IN 1 4 unique modes designed to cover any musical settings you may find yourself in, regardless of your skill level. • Advanced Mode - Unmatched tuning accuracy with a virtual needle that has been perfected for fluid movement and intuitive tuning. • Easy Mode - Great for beginners, it offers extra help tuning. Virtual LEDs provide steadier movement for effortless and quick tuning. • Stage Mode - Same feel and accuracy as Advanced Mode, but designed to be viewed from a distance. Always clearly visible, on a music stand or across the stage. • Bright Mode - Designed for outdoor use when direct sunlight makes screens hard to see. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS • Tuning Engine – State-of-the-art digital signal processing available only with VITALtuner. Accuracy and pitch detection on par with piano technician tuners worth thousands for dollars. • Instrument Tunings - 130 standard and alternate tunings spanning 40 instruments. Choose your instrument and target tuning, and Guide Notes will help you tune. • Transposition - Tune down or with a capo. • Concert A Calibration - Set concert pitch with 3 decimal point accuracy. • Sweeter Tunings - Tuning offsets that are tailored for specific instruments to produce a more balanced intonation. • Temperaments - The largest number of thoroughly researched historical and contemporary temperaments. • Custom Offsets - Save custom tuning offsets. Add your own Temperaments and Sweeter Tunings. • Pitch Generator - Play highly accurate reference pitches using a familiar keyboard layout. Reflects A4 calibration & offsets. • Concert Pitch Notation - See detected pitch displayed in standard music notation. • SPL (Decibel) Meter • Peak Meter ## Key features - State-of-the-art Tuning Engine - 130 standard and alternate tunings - 4 unique tuning modes (Advanced, Easy, Stage, Bright) - Transposition and capo support - Concert A calibration - Sweeter Tunings and custom offsets - Extensive historical and contemporary temperaments ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | VITALtuner Pro | $4.99 | one-time | | VITALtuner Plus | $3.99 | one-time | | VITALtuner Student | $2.99 | one-time | | All Tuning Modes | $0.99 | one-time | | Sweeter Tunings | $0.99 | one-time | | Pitch Generator | $0.99 | one-time | | Guitar Tunings | $0.99 | one-time | | Bass Tunings | $0.99 | one-time | | Wind Instruments | $0.99 | one-time | | Concert A Calibration | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 48) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitaltuner/id1128232445/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Very good for bass *2026-01-25, version 1.1.4* This is the best tuner I’ve found, especially for bass. It’s very sensitive, and will distinguish low strings, whereas most tuners have a very difficult time registering a low E or B string clearly. ### 1/5 — Stopped Working! *2025-09-19, version 1.1.4* This app was my favorite tuner until it stopped working. The app has a link to reach the developer but that doesn't work either! ### 5/5 — Un must *2025-02-10* La meilleure et la plus complète des applications **Developer response:** Bonjour Denjee, Merci beaucoup pour votre avis et vos mots gentils ! Nous apprécions énormément votre soutien. Si jamais vous souhaitez nous contacter pour un problème ou une demande de fonctionnalité, vous pouvez toujours nous écrire à help@otreus.com. ### 5/5 — !!! *2024-10-04, version 1.1.4* Как нужно выставить в приложении, чтобы настроить фортепиано ### 1/5 — Lancement puis plantage *2024-01-25* Tout est dans le titre **Developer response:** Bonjour, merci pour votre message. Pouvez-vous nous contacter à help@otreus.com afin que nous puissions comprendre ce qui se passe et vous aider à résoudre le problème ? Nous souhaitons vous permettre de reprendre l’utilisation de l’application dans les meilleurs délais. — Mise à jour (juin 2026) — Nous venons de publier une mise à jour qui corrige un problème pouvant entraîner le plantage de VITALtuner lors de l’ouverture des Réglages. Nous vous invitons à installer la dernière version et à nous faire savoir si le problème est désormais résolu. ### 1/5 — No support *2023-12-11, version 1.1.4* I purchased this product (full upgraded Pro version) because of the high ratings. I can only assume these are fabricated since there is no online manual, no community website for sharing tips or use strategies and my email request for help has never been responded to. The app suggests tuning support for over a hundred instruments, yet I do not see piano or harpsichord. Willing to admit I may be incorrectly using app, but without any means of support, I am in the dark. I do not recommend. ### 5/5 — grazie *2023-10-26, version 1.1.4* L’ho usato per accordare il mio pianoforte verticale. e mi ha accompagnato dalle note più gravi a quelle più acute. ottima soluzione per chi non può permettersi accordatori costosi. grazie Giuseppe ### 5/5 — Still the absolute best, period! *2023-05-25, version 1.1.4* I’ve been playing guitar for about 20 years. Rock, jazz, blues, some country. I actually started playing classical guitar. Needless to say, I’ve used many tuners. BOSS, Korg, Peterson Strobostomp on my pedalboard, you name it I’ve probably owned it at one point. On my iPhone I’ve tried SO many tuner apps, paid and free, I can’t even count how many. The truth is (and any player who’s worth their salt will tell you the same) that none of them are any good. They’re not accurate and don’t track well. Until now that is! Seriously, this is the app I’ve been waiting for. It’s not only better than any app I’ve used, but it’s also way better than my expensive hardware tuners. AND has a ton of crazy features. Nothing comes close, just get it. ### 5/5 — 使い易いです。 *2023-05-02* 安定して音を拾ってくれるので、重宝しております。 **Developer response:** レビューを残していただきありがとうございます。 VITALtuner をお楽しみいただいているとのことで、大変嬉しく思います。 ### 5/5 — Good for different tunings. *2022-11-19, version 1.1.4* Was able to tune easily to Open G. I find most other tuners won’t give you that. Only standard tuning. ## Frequently asked questions about VITALtuner ### What does VITALtuner do? VITALtuner is a mobile application designed to provide highly accurate instrument tuning. It utilizes advanced digital signal processing to detect pitches with precision comparable to professional piano technician tuners. The app supports a vast array of instruments and tuning configurations, making it a comprehensive solution for musicians. ### What are the key features of VITALtuner? Key features include a state-of-the-art Tuning Engine for unparalleled accuracy, 130 standard and alternate tunings for over 40 instruments, and four distinct tuning modes (Advanced, Easy, Stage, and Bright) to suit various environments and skill levels. It also offers transposition, Concert A calibration, Sweeter Tunings, and a wide selection of historical and contemporary temperaments. ### How much does VITALtuner cost? The app is available for free with in-app purchases. This allows users to download and try out the core tuning functionality. Additional features, such as expanded instrument tunings or advanced temperament options, may be available for purchase within the app. ### What instruments can I tune with VITALtuner? VITALtuner supports a wide range of instruments, including guitars, mandolins, violins, banjos, harpsichords, and even instruments with extended ranges like double basses and piccolos. It offers 130 standard and alternate tunings across 40 different instruments, ensuring broad compatibility for most musical needs. ### Who is VITALtuner for? This app is ideal for anyone who needs to tune an instrument accurately, from beginners learning their first chords to professional musicians performing on stage or recording in the studio. Its versatile modes and extensive features cater to a broad spectrum of musical settings and user expertise. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.5 — 2026-06-23 Fixed an issue that could cause VITALtuner to crash when opening Settings. ### 1.1.4 — 2017-04-15 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • Fixed bug affecting user settings in regions that use a different decimal mark ### 1.1.3 — 2017-01-30 • Improved user experience for connecting to external audio interfaces. • Fixed bug affecting iRig Pro users. • New language: Chinese ### 1.0.1 — 2016-10-12 Support for iOS 10. ### 1.0 — 2016-10-10 No release notes. ## Apps similar to VITALtuner | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Guitar Tuner - Auto Tuning Lab](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-tuner-auto-tuning-lab/id1479415231) | — | Free | Music | | [Pitched Tuner - Tuning App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitched-tuner-tuning-app/id1457541750) | 4.6 (5,144) | Free | Music | | [Fine Tuner - Chromatic Tuner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fine-tuner-chromatic-tuner/id877102884) | 4.3 (516) | Free | Music | | [Guitar Tuner & Tempo Metronome](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-tuner-and-tempo-metronome/id1475073533) | 4.2 (90) | Free | Music | | [TUNY: Tuner for Guitar & more](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuny-tuner-for-guitar-and-more/id1640445330) | 4.7 (251) | Free | Music | | [Guitar Tuner - Ukulele & Bass](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-tuner-ukulele-and-bass/id662890455) | 4.4 (7,464) | Free | Music | ## More apps by Otreus Inc. - [StudioMini - Music Recorder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiomini-music-recorder/id329935264) - [StudioMini XL](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studiomini-xl/id366011355) - [VITALtuner Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitaltuner-pro/id909061613) - [Roster: Gear Organizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roster-gear-organizer/id1518605342) - [AirWidgets](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airwidgets/id1552241321) All apps by Otreus Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/329935267 --- *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 2026-08-19.*