# WaayFinder: Music Key Finder — Find the scale for any notes > Finds matching musical keys and modes for given notes, with audio playback. (iPhone/iPad app by Ten Kettles Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waayfinder-music-key-finder/id1548830093 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ten Kettles Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/807222476) - Category: Music, Education - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.6 · 3 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2021-02-11 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waayfinder-music-key-finder/id1548830093/reviews.md ## What is WaayFinder? You give WaayFinder notes, it gives you all the keys and modes that fit. Top matches come first! Filter results by scale type, listen to any scale (or note) with a tap, look up keys by name, and more.  - Maybe these notes are a melody you came up with, and you want to know what key they're in—to help you write another section of the song, pick chords, or write some harmonies. WaayFinder is here to help! - How does it work? Let's say you enter the notes C, G, and A. The best match is C major—but it could also fit A minor, G major, and more. WaayFinder shows you all those possibilities, but highlights the best matches so you know where to start. - Features: * Finds matching keys. You give WaayFinder notes, it shows all the scales and modes that match, in order of best fit. * Scales and modes. Filter results by scale or mode. Supports major (Ionian), natural minor (Aeolian), harmonic minor, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, and Locrian. * Integrated audio. Listen to any note or scale with a tap. Great for getting a quick reference pitch! * Scale look-up. Quickly look up—and listen to—the notes for any key. * Tutorial. In-app tutorial gets you up and running in a flash. * Enharmonic mode. Display keys that match any enharmonic equivalents of the notes you entered (e.g., Bb will match A#) * Special note keyboard allows for speedy input. - WaayFinder is made in Toronto, Canada by Ten Kettles—the one-person (and two dog) company behind Waay, hearEQ, and Beat Mirror. I deeply believe in empowering *you* to make your best music, and that approach imprints itself into all my apps. There are no ads, no sneaky data collection, just honest music education. :)   - Questions, comments, or feedback? Get in touch anytime at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com and I'll (almost always) get back to you by the next business day. -Alex ## Key features - Finds matching keys and modes - Filter by scale type - Integrated audio playback - Scale look-up by name - Enharmonic mode support - Speedy note input keyboard ## Chart rankings - #191 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waayfinder-music-key-finder/id1548830093/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Only okay. *2022-05-13* I suppose it does the job. Really lacking in scale recognition though. Might be good for someone with no musical knowledge to work out basic scales. There design is a bit odd too with a button placed directly over G#. No G#s allowed? **Developer response:** Hey, thanks for the review. Curious what other scales you'd be interested in seeing in WaayFinder? I'd love to hear more. Also, not sure what you mean about the button over G♯ (they're definitely allowed!) but if you've found a bug please don't hesitate to get in touch and I can look into it right away. Thanks, Alex (alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com) ### 4/5 — Sometimes the touch is weird. *2022-01-29* Sometimes the touch is weird. Is my phone the problem? If I use the app for a long time, the touch doesn't work. **Developer response:** Hey, thanks for the message. I'm sorry to hear about the touch issue. Would you mind sending me an email at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com? I'd be happy to help troubleshoot and get to the bottom of it! -Alex ### 5/5 — This is the Waay *2021-03-04* By far the fastest way to figure out the key of a song AND help you learn the scales. The clean design and accessible features are very appealing. If you aren’t already near your instrument of choice, tap any note in the app to hear it. Transcribing for a non-technical musician has never been easier! ### 5/5 — So Very Useful! *2021-02-13* This is a perfect utility for musicians of any level, especially if you’re a songwriter or composer with an intuitive sense of musicality, but a limited knowledge of music theory. And Ten Kettles is a thoughtful developer who designs apps with beautiful—and logical—interfaces. I highly recommend all their apps. ## Frequently asked questions about WaayFinder ### What is WaayFinder? WaayFinder is a music app that helps you find the correct musical keys and modes for any set of notes you input. It prioritizes the best matches and allows you to filter results by scale type. ### How does WaayFinder help with songwriting? By identifying the key and modes that fit your melody, WaayFinder assists in writing complementary sections, selecting chords, and composing harmonies, empowering you to create better music. ### Does WaayFinder have ads? No, WaayFinder does not contain advertisements. The developer emphasizes an ad-free experience with no sneaky data collection, focusing purely on music education. ### What scales and modes does WaayFinder support? WaayFinder supports major (Ionian), natural minor (Aeolian), harmonic minor, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, and Locrian scales and modes. ### Can I listen to the scales in WaayFinder? Yes, WaayFinder features integrated audio playback, allowing you to listen to any note or scale with a simple tap for quick reference. ### What devices is WaayFinder available on? WaayFinder is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, supporting a wide range of Apple mobile devices. ### How often is WaayFinder updated? The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on April 28, 2021. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the developer is responsive to feedback. ### What is the price of WaayFinder? WaayFinder is a paid application, available for $4.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.2.1 — 2021-04-28 Just a minor update today: the "Join the newsletter" button now points to the updated Ten Kettles newsletter page. Got any feedback, questions, or comments about WaayFinder? Get in touch anytime at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com. -Alex ### 1.2.0 — 2021-03-04 The note keyboard has been redesigned—and now plays notes when you tap them! Perfect for when you need a quick pitch reference. But that's not all: • Tappable area on input buttons enlarged • On-keyboard mute button allows for easy muting of input sounds • Tutorial updated to explain new features • Spacing around flat characters ("b") revised Questions, comments, feedback? Get in touch anytime at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com. Want to support WaayFinder? A review on the App Store would be fantastic. :) -Alex ### 1.1.0 — 2021-02-19 WaayFinder now restores all your inputs and settings from one launch to the next (and before and after the tutorial). The order of matching scales has also been tweaked for consistency. Questions, comments, feedback? Get in touch anytime at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com and I'll get back to you (almost always) by the next business day! -Alex ### 1.0.1 — 2021-02-12 Two bugs fixed! The app no longer crashes when a) the user plays an impressive flurry of notes, or b) the user proceeds through the tutorial at lightning speed (Thanks, Artem!). Question, feedback, comments? Get in touch at alex[at]tenkettles[dot]com. -Alex ### 1.0.0 — 2021-02-11 No release notes. ## Apps similar to WaayFinder | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Capo - Learn Music by Ear](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capo-learn-music-by-ear/id887497388) | 4.7 (1,124) | Free | Music | | [ScoreSkills- Learn Music Notes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scoreskills-learn-music-notes/id1439046224) | 4.6 (1,938) | Free | Music | | [Pitch Pro Tuner & Metronome](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitch-pro-tuner-and-metronome/id1169667039) | 4.6 (2,682) | Free | Music | | [Music Memos - Chords & Lyrics](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-memos-chords-and-lyrics/id6446246814) | 4.1 (69) | Free | Music | | [TUNY: Tuner for Guitar & more](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuny-tuner-for-guitar-and-more/id1640445330) | 4.7 (251) | Free | Music | | [AI Chord Finder: Guitar Tabs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chord-finder-guitar-tabs/id6462842110) | 4.5 (108) | Free | Music | ## More apps by Ten Kettles Inc. - [hearEQ: Ear training for EQ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heareq-ear-training-for-eq/id840906542) - [Waay: Learn music theory](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waay-learn-music-theory/id974357313) - [BeatMirror: Track BPM](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beatmirror-track-bpm/id1086730929) All apps by Ten Kettles Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/807222476 ## Related topics [waay](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/waay) --- *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 2026-08-26.*