Comparison

ChordPainter vs EchoFlower

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

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About

ChordPainter

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Chordpainter creates songbooks of piano songs as chord diagrams without any knowledge of music notes. What has always been standard for guitarists, Chordpainter now also creates this for piano players. Simply input chords via midi or enter them manually. The chords are automatically recognized and can be edited or renamed as desired. Then simply print or export as pictures, by email or into Dropbox. All features in an overview: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Creation of chord images with up to 10 notes per chord - Automatic recognition of chords separated for the left and right hand - Input chords manually or via MIDI keyboard - Automatic detection of Midi inputs and display of the Midi source - Bluetooth Midi adapters from Yamaha or QuiccoSound are also supported - Transfer a chord to the current song via button or MIDI trigger - Piano is fully playable with sound, either manually or via MIDI input - Clear button to remove all entered notes - Free definable Midi trigger (setting is stored) - Complete online manual available in the App - Notes, program changes or controller (pedal) are accepted as Midi trigger - Midi Analyzer in the main display for all incoming MIDI events - Intelligent mode to assign chords to the right and left hand - Display of the intervals, separated for chords of the right and left hand - All chords in the song can be sorted using Drag & Drop - Language in the APP can be switched between English and German - Chords can be edited, renamed or deleted also after creation - Optimized user interface for all iPad sizes - When naming the chords, there are buttons for common chord suffixes - Chord images optimized for high-resolution printing on laser printers in grayscale - Songbook view to display all the chords of a song large on one page with Midi scrolling - PDF Export for all songs and demo songs to printout or for use in other APPs - Sound output with real sampled piano sounds including velocity - Sound can be enabled or disabled (setting is saved) - Export der Akkordbilder in die Bilder Gallery oder Dropbox - Constantly expanded list of demo songs, partial with songbook PDFs - Song library with an unlimited number of songs - List view with all songs plus number of chords in the song - Songs can be created, copied, renamed or loaded for editing - Export of chord images to the Gallery or Dropbox - You can also export by email (default email address stored) - Automatic backup of the song library when export by mail or dropbox - Restore the song library with "Open in" function in iOS

About

EchoFlower

Enhance your audio with a versatile delay and vintage stereo texture effect. Easily add depth, width, and character to any sound with intuitive controls and professional-grade processing.

Highlights
  • Musical delay system
  • Vintage stereo widening
  • Reverb, Flanger, Chorus textures
  • Multi-band stereo control
  • Intuitive tap tempo
  • Mix-ready processing
Features
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EchoFlower: Musical Delay + Vintage Stereo Texture In Full Bloom! Add beautiful and musical delay to your tracks with EchoFlower - where classic delay meets vintage-inspired texture. From rhythmic echoes to lush spatial reflections, discover how easy it is to add gorgeous, analog-style dimension and feel to any sound! Professional-grade processing wrapped in an intuitive, inspiring interface. Instantly Transform Your Sound: * Turn static sounds into evolving rhythmic fields * Add vintage-style stereo widening that breathes life into digital recordings * Easily add carefully tuned Reverb, Flanger, or Chorus textures * Create immersive, flowing echoes that dance between channels * Tap or Dial in perfectly synced rhythms that enhance any instrument or voice * Give your instruments that perfect touch of depth and character Made for Everyone: * Producers: Add and control rhythmic dimension that moves in perfect time * Beatmakers: Create rhythmic counterpoints that elevate your patterns * Mix Engineers: Place sounds precisely in the spatial field * Live Performers: Tap in tempo changes that follow your performance * Beginners: Get beautiful and balanced pro results instantly * Experts: Discover endless creative depths beneath the thoughtful interface Professional Features Made Musical: 1. “Echo” Delay System - Our unique delay system delivers everything from classic slapback delay to expansive ping pong echoes. Always musical, always perfectly balanced, easy to set up, and fitting for any genre. 2. “Flower” Blooming Engine - Shape your sound with our analog-inspired processing. Produce stereo widening for tight sounds while adding subtle warmth and Clean, Reverb, Flanger, or Chorus effect textures. From gentle vintage character to deep, yet balanced textures. The perfect amount of analog flavor is at your fingertips. 3. Simple Multi-Band Stereo Control - Experience musical space shaping with Ping Pong mode. Powered by precise timing and dynamic stereo placement, it delivers everything from subtle width enhancement to immersive head bouncing transformations. 4. Mix-Ready Processing - Our intelligent "Sit" control and adaptive output stage ensure professional results every time. Shape the perfect frequency balance, push sounds forward, or pull them back - everything sits flawlessly in your mix. 5. Intuitive Tap Tempo - Playing off the clock? Feel the rhythm and tap it in. Complex timing relationships are surprisingly simple with our musician-friendly design. 6. ValueView parameter display delivers instant feedback that floats above your finger, ensuring precise control without losing sight of your adjustments, even on the smallest screens. Technical Excellence: * AUv3 Plugin Format works in your favorite DAWs (Logic Pro, GarageBand, LoopyPro, Cubasis 3, and other iOS/iPadOS DAWs that support AUv3) * Support for automation of all parameters * Global Preset Manager with factory and user presets (including 10 carefully crafted factory presets) * Precision parameter smoothing for artifact-free modulation * Professional +/-12dB output with automatic gain compensation * High-quality interpolation for a smooth and musical delay experience * Intelligent Dual-shelf tone control for perfect mix placement * Zero-latency real-time processing Transform Your Sound Today: Whether you're adding subtle rhythmic enhancement or pushing creative boundaries into experimental territory, EchoFlower adapts to your style or genre. Get started in seconds, then discover the depths of this unique Hybrid Delay + Vintage Stereo Texture plugin as you explore. Give Your Mix a Textured Rhythmic Dimension with Beautiful Delays That Bloom In Time With Your Music!

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ChordPainter at $2.99 against EchoFlower's $9.99. EchoFlower's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 22 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

ChordPainter costs $2.99 and EchoFlower $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChordPainter ships an update every 22 months, EchoFlower every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ChordPainter versus EchoFlower: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChordPainterEchoFlower
Price$2.99 — better$9.99
Rating—4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStefan ArnholdSimon Alexander

In-app purchases

None

ChordPainter

No in-app purchases

None

EchoFlower

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ChordPainter free?
ChordPainter costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EchoFlower free?
EchoFlower costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ChordPainter or EchoFlower have ads?
Neither ChordPainter nor EchoFlower shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChordPainter or EchoFlower?
ChordPainter ships an update every 22 months, and EchoFlower every 3 weeks. Most recently, ChordPainter was updated on October 7, 2026 and EchoFlower on October 4, 2026.

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