Comparison

Guitar Tabs X vs TabGenius

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Guitar Tabs X

Create, edit, and save professional-looking guitar, bass, and ukulele tabs. Preview and play your compositions, and export them as PDF or MIDI files. Ideal for musicians of all levels to capture and organize musical ideas.

Highlights
  • Interactive tablature interface
  • Special tab editing keyboard
  • Insert chords with a slide
  • Export tabs to PDF
  • Export song to MIDI
  • Supports bass and ukulele tabs
  • Preview and play tabs
Features
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Guitar Tabs X is a powerful guitar tabs editor. It is intended as the guitar and bass players' notebook so you can easily write and save your ideas and songs as pro looking guitar tabs. As an addition the app supports ukulele tabs. All tabs can be previewed and played. 
Supports bass tabs. Great tool for bands, composers, guitar schools and even beginners. 
With Guitar Tabs X you can write your chords fast so you never again forget your ideas. Guitar Tabs X exclusive features:
 - Interactive tablature interface
 - Special tab editing keyboard (like fretboard)
 - Insert chords with a slide
 - Full screen guitar tab read and edit
 - Smart bar metrics algorithms
 - dedicated tab file format - readable and small
 - easy chord edit
 - export tabs to PDF ( print ready )
 - export song to MIDI (which you can import to any DAW) other features:
 - Fast tempo change
 - One touch bar metrics change
 - Copy, paste, insert, delete and clear bars
 - In-place edit title, artist and author
 - legato
 - bend up and bend down 
- vibrato
 - P.M.
 - Bass tabs support
 - Ukulele tabs support - undo last actions
 - send songs via email
 - send songs to server
 - free guitar tabs server
 - fast repeat chords - distortion guitar and bass sounds You can access your tabs via iCloud or iTunes share feature. To export songs as MIDI or PDF and to store more than 5 songs on the device you should unlock the PRO features via In-App purchase. All other features are available free and the app has no ads. Should you choose to upgrade to a Pro features, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your may choose monthly subscription (paying per month),yearly subscription (paying per year) or one-time payment. (Price may vary by location.) Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. Auto-renewal may be turned off in your Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. You can also manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Guitar Tabs X Terms of Service: http://guitartabsx.com/termsandconditions/ Guitar Tabs X Privacy Policy: http://guitartabsx.com/privacypolicy/

About

TabGenius

This app uses AI to instantly generate guitar tabs from typed or spoken input. It also creates unique album artwork to complement your music. Designed for musicians of all levels, it offers a user-friendly interface for composing, practicing, and sharing.

Highlights
  • Instant tab generation
  • Voice-to-tab conversion
  • AI-generated album artwork
  • User-friendly dark theme interface
  • Save and share tabs
  • Continuous AI improvement
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Welcome to TabGenius – the revolutionary app that transforms your musical ideas into perfectly formatted guitar tabs and stunning album artwork in seconds! Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist, an aspiring musician, or simply love experimenting with sound, our cutting‑edge AI technology makes composing, practicing, and sharing your music easier and more inspiring than ever before. Instant Tab Generation Imagine capturing your musical inspiration as it strikes – simply type or speak your idea, and our advanced AI converts your input into clear, accurate guitar tabs. From intricate solos to rhythmic strumming patterns, our app understands your creative intent and produces tabs that reflect every nuance of your performance. Voice-to‑Tab Conversion For those spontaneous moments of brilliance, our built‑in voice recognition feature lets you record your musical ideas on the fly. Speak your riff, chord progression, or melody, and watch as the app transcribes your words and transforms them into playable tabs – all in real time. Stunning Album Artwork But that’s not all – AI Guitar Tab Generator also creates high‑quality, artistic album covers that complement your music. Using the same powerful AI, generate visually appealing artwork to give your songs a professional edge and help your creative vision come to life. User‑Friendly Interface Crafted with musicians in mind, our sleek, modern interface boasts a striking dark theme accented with vibrant yellow details. Every element is designed to provide a distraction‑free creative space so you can focus on making music. Save your favorite tabs to your personal library and share them with friends, bandmates, or social media in just a few taps. Premium Unlimited Access Enjoy five free generations to explore our powerful features. When you’re ready to take your music to the next level, upgrade to Premium for unlimited tab and artwork generation, an ad‑free experience, and priority support. With our subscription, you unlock advanced creative tools that help you compose and refine your musical ideas with ease. Continuous Innovation Our AI is continuously learning and evolving. Every time you use the app, our algorithms improve to provide even more accurate tabs and more visually captivating artwork. We’re dedicated to delivering the most innovative and reliable music composition tool available. Perfect for Musicians of All Levels Whether you’re writing new songs, transcribing your favorite riffs, or simply experimenting with chord progressions, AI Guitar Tab Generator is the ultimate companion. Use it for practice, performance, or even as an educational tool to learn new techniques and styles. Optimized for Creativity on the Go Designed for performance and reliability, our app is fully optimized for your mobile device. Capture your musical ideas wherever inspiration strikes – whether at home, on stage, or on the move. Join a Community of Innovators Join thousands of musicians who are revolutionizing the way they create music. With AI Guitar Tab Generator, you’re not just getting an app – you’re becoming part of a vibrant community of artists who share a passion for innovation and creativity. Download AI Guitar Tab Generator today and experience the future of music composition. Unleash your creativity, streamline your workflow, and elevate your musical journey with the power of AI at your fingertips! Thank you for choosing TabGenius – where technology meets musical inspiration. Terms of Service (EULA): https://tab-genius.com/policies/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Guitar Tabs X4 screens
TabGenius4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TabGenius at 100% against Guitar Tabs X's 55%. TabGenius also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Guitar Tabs X's advantage is ratings volume (359 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Guitar Tabs X sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TabGenius sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TabGenius holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Guitar Tabs X has 359 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Guitar Tabs X's written reviews are positive against 100% of TabGenius's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guitar Tabs X ships an update every 3 months, TabGenius weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Guitar Tabs X versus TabGenius: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuitar Tabs XTabGenius
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (359 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings359 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandar MlazevJames Harrison Burt

Customer experience

Guitar Tabs X

All ratings353 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral9.3%
Negative14.2%
Written reviews155 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral20.0%
Negative25.2%

TabGenius

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Guitar Tabs X

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Songs automatically deleted when creating new tabs
  • Multiple songs overwritten to same filename
  • File save not confirmed properly
  • App freezes with 'stop playback to edit' message
  • Playback stops at high tempos (150+ BPM)
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  • Ties/slurs ignored across measure boundaries
  • Incorrect note playback in certain tunings
  • Double copy when changing song title
  • Accidental delete function too sensitive
  • No sound on some newly created tabs
  • Pro version purchase breaks save functionality
  • Slider tempo control glitchy and unresponsive
  • Coding issue with special characters in composer field

Requested features

26 requests
  • Capo/Capodastre functionality
  • Hammer-on and pull-off notations
  • Custom tuning editor for any string configuration
  • 7-string and 8-string guitar support
  • 5-string bass support with more tuning options
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  • Chord names above tabs
  • Tempo changes mid-song
  • Additional time signatures (6/8, 7/4, 8/8)
  • Dotted note options
  • Rest/silence notation
  • Harmonics and pinch harmonics
  • Slides and bend notations
  • Copy and paste functionality
  • Multiple tracks/instruments in one project
  • Text annotations and lyrics
  • First and second ending markers
  • Better metronome and tempo control
  • Auto-save functionality
  • Larger font sizes for printing
  • Ghost notes support
  • Glissando notation
  • Percussion/drum tabs
  • Better sound samples for guitar
  • Shuffle rhythm option
  • Bar numbering
  • Search functionality for saved tabs

TabGenius

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Guitar Tabs X

Subscriptions2
  • Guitar Tabs X Pro - monthly$0.991 Month
  • Guitar Tabs X Pro - yearly$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Guitar Tabs X PRO features$11.99
4 purchases

TabGenius

Subscriptions4
  • TabGenius Pro+$7.991 Month
  • TabGenius+3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • TabGenius Pro+$49.991 Year
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  • TabGenius+3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Guitar Tabs X free?
Guitar Tabs X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TabGenius free?
TabGenius is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Guitar Tabs X or TabGenius?
TabGenius is rated higher. Guitar Tabs X averages 4.1 out of 5 from 359 ratings, while TabGenius averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Guitar Tabs X or TabGenius have ads?
Neither Guitar Tabs X nor TabGenius shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guitar Tabs X or TabGenius?
Guitar Tabs X ships an update every 3 months, and TabGenius weekly. Most recently, Guitar Tabs X was updated on October 24, 2026 and TabGenius on October 24, 2026.

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