Comparison

Cello Tuner vs Cello Tuner Basic

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

Head to head
About

Cello Tuner

This app provides precise tuning for string instruments with auto noise filtering and multiple tuning modes. It also includes a metronome with various beat types and subdivision options to aid practice.

Highlights
  • Auto noise filtering
  • Standard, 5th Suite, Kodály, and Whole step down tuning modes
  • Calibrate piano sound
  • A4 frequency adjustment
  • Intuitive metronome interface
  • 18 beat types
  • Segment beat subdivision
  • Pendulum display mode
Features
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Include Standard, 5th Suite, Zoltán Kodály, Whole step down modes. The simplest and most precise tuning APP with auto noise filtering. First step is choose the frequency at top of screen, then choose the tuning at the middle of the screen. When you play instrument, the pitch will be shown on the panel for the individual string by indicating signal high or low. [Tuner] - Calibrate Piano Sound : Click on an open string then calibrate the sound with your instrument. Piano Sound A4=442. - A4 Frequency adjustment: choose 428~452 frequencies for A4 string. - The scale for precision tuning is 10 cents for every sub-bit. The green arrow means pitch is accurate and it will turn white once the pitch difference exceeds more than a sub-bit. [Metronome] - The operation screen is intuitive and easy to use. All functions can be set on the same page. - Intuitive beat mode selection, 18 types, including: Grave 25-45 / Largo 40-60 / Lento 45-60 / Larghetto 60-66 / Adagio 66-76 / Adagietto 72-76 / Andante 76-108 / Andantino 80- 108 / Marcia moderato 83-85 /Andante moderato 92-112 / Moderato 108-120 / Allegretto 112-120 / 116-120/ Allegro 120-156 / Vivace 156-176 / Vivacissimo 172-176 / Presto 168-200 / Prestissimo 200 Bpm and over - Support for "segment beat" function, double, triple and quad beat subdivision - Support pendulum display mode - Timing display Helps control the practice time - Use RTP (Real Time Playback) mode, precise beat, and support dynamic shifting

About

Cello Tuner Basic

Achieve precise cello tuning with this intuitive application. It offers ultra-accuracy, visual guidance, and automatic string identification, making it ideal for musicians of all levels. Advanced features and tuning forks are available through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Ultra-accurate frequency display (Hz)
  • Adjustable A4 temperaments
  • LED tuning indicator
  • Automatic tuned string identification
  • High sensitivity and fast response
  • Tuning fork (IAP)
Features
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Tune your cello instantly with exceptional accuracy! Perfect for beginners, students, orchestra players, and professionals. • Ultra-accurate — displays exact frequency in Hz • A4 temperaments from 392Hz–466Hz • Includes tuning fork & advanced settings (IAP) • High sensitivity and fast response • LED tuning indicator for intuitive visual guidance • Tuned string lights up automatically • Universal app for iPhone & iPad Please allow microphone access under: Settings > Privacy > Microphone. Questions or ideas? feedback@daikyoujulabs.com

Screenshots

Cello Tuner4 screens
Cello Tuner Basic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cello Tuner Basic at 4.3 against Cello Tuner's 3.8. Cello Tuner Basic also leads on ratings volume (215 vs 17) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Cello Tuner's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 36%) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.6). 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. Cello Tuner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cello Tuner Basic sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cello Tuner Basic holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cello Tuner Basic has 215 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of Cello Tuner's written reviews are positive against 36% of Cello Tuner Basic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cello Tuner ships an update monthly, Cello Tuner Basic every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Cello Tuner versus Cello Tuner Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCello TunerCello Tuner Basic
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (17 ratings)4.3 (215 ratings) — better
Positive reviews59.3% of reviews — better35.7% of reviews
Number of ratings17215 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHsing-Fu HsuehPedro Daniel Macalupu Cumpen

Customer experience

Cello Tuner

All ratings17 ratings
Positive64.7%
Neutral5.9%
Negative29.4%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive59.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative29.6%

Cello Tuner Basic

All ratings215 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative57.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Cello Tuner

One-time1
  • All Function&No Ads$0.99
5 purchases

Cello Tuner Basic

One-time5
  • Remove ads$3.99
  • A4 Calibrations 392Hz to 466Hz$3.99
  • Settings$3.99
Show 2 more
  • Tuning Fork$3.99
  • Metronome$3.99

Questions

Is Cello Tuner free?
Cello Tuner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cello Tuner Basic free?
Cello Tuner Basic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cello Tuner or Cello Tuner Basic?
Cello Tuner Basic is rated higher. Cello Tuner averages 3.8 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Cello Tuner Basic averages 4.3 from 215 ratings.
Do Cello Tuner or Cello Tuner Basic have ads?
Both Cello Tuner and Cello Tuner Basic show ads.
Which is updated more often, Cello Tuner or Cello Tuner Basic?
Cello Tuner ships an update monthly, and Cello Tuner Basic every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cello Tuner was updated on September 28, 2026 and Cello Tuner Basic on October 2, 2026.

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