Comparison

Guitar Tab Maker vs iTickr

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

Head to head
About

Guitar Tab Maker

Create and edit guitar tablature with ease on your iOS or macOS devices. Sync across platforms, export to various formats, and even listen to your compositions with audio playback. Supports multiple string instruments and offers advanced features through an optional purchase.

Highlights
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Export to PDF and GTAB
  • Audio playback of tabs
  • Support for multiple string instruments
  • Designed for guitar tabs
Features
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Create, edit, and share guitar tabs with ease. Here’s the Riffs & Licks: Guitar Tab Maker is a powerful yet straightforward tablature editor designed for guitarists, bassists, and other stringed-instrument players. Whether you're capturing a new riff, transcribing a song, or organizing your ideas, Guitar Tab Maker makes writing tabs fast and intuitive. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with seamless syncing across your devices. FREE FEATURES • Create and edit guitar tabs in an intuitive editor • Sync your tabs automatically with iCloud • Listen back with built-in audio playback • Export tabs for sharing and backup • Support for guitar, bass, ukulele, and 7- and 8-string instruments • Available across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS PREMIUM FEATURES • Upgrade to Premium to unlock: • Unlimited tab creation • Advanced editing tools • Watermark-free exports • Backup all tabs ability • Additional organization & customization options • Future Premium enhancements as they're released ~ New User Special ~ Start with a free 7-day Premium trial. No strings attached. Whether you're sketching ideas, practicing songs, or building a personal tab library, Guitar Tab Maker helps keep your music organized and accessible wherever inspiration strikes. User Guide: https://kylegorlick.com/guitartabber/guide/ Questions, feedback, or feature requests? Email: kyle@kylegorlick.com Your support is much appreciated. Thank you! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

iTickr

Features
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iTickr - The Ultimate Metronome for Musicians Transform your practice sessions with iTickr, the most advanced and intuitive metronome app designed for serious musicians. Whether you're a beginner learning your first scales or a professional preparing for a concert, iTickr provides the precision and features you need to master your timing. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES • Precision Timing: Crystal-clear audio with customizable frequencies (200Hz-2000Hz) • Wide BPM Range: From 20 to 300 BPM with fine-tuned control • Multiple Time Signatures: 4/4, 3/4, 2/4, 6/8, 7/8, 5/8, 9/8, 12/8 and more • Custom Accent Patterns: Create complex rhythmic patterns for advanced practice • Visual Beat Indicator: Clear visual feedback with customizable colors SMART PRACTICE TOOLS • Practice Sessions: Track your practice time and progress • Preset Library: Save and organize your favorite tempo settings • Quick Presets: Standard 4/4, Waltz 3/4, Slow Practice, Fast Rock, Jazz Swing • Session History: Monitor your practice consistency over time ADVANCED CONTROLS • Lock Screen Integration: Control playback without unlocking your device • Background Audio: Continues playing when you switch apps • Pause & Resume: Maintains beat position when paused • Haptic Feedback: Feel the beat with customizable vibration patterns • Screen Always On: Prevents screen from locking during practice sessions • Auto-Pause: Automatically pauses when app goes to background BEAUTIFUL DESIGN • Modern Interface: Clean, intuitive design that's easy to use in any lighting • Dark Mode Support: Seamless integration with system appearance • Customizable Themes: Personalize your practice environment • Large Controls: Easy to use during intense practice sessions PERFECT FOR • Classical musicians mastering complex pieces • Jazz players working on swing and syncopation • Rock and pop musicians building solid rhythm foundations • Music students preparing for exams and auditions • Music teachers conducting ensemble rehearsals • Dancers and choreographers setting tempo for routines TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE • High-Quality Audio Engine: Professional-grade sound processing • Low Latency: Instant response for precise timing • Battery Optimized: Efficient performance for long practice sessions • Reliable Performance: Stable operation on all iOS devices UNIQUE FEATURES • Smart Beat Visualization: Dynamic visual feedback that adapts to your tempo • Intelligent Auto-Pause: Preserves your practice flow while saving battery • Comprehensive Settings: Fine-tune every aspect of your metronome experience • Practice Analytics: Understand your practice patterns and improve consistency Why Choose iTickr? iTickr isn't just another metronome app - it's a complete practice companion built by musicians, for musicians. We understand that timing is everything in music, which is why we've crafted every detail to provide the most accurate, reliable, and feature-rich metronome experience available on iOS. From the crystal-clear audio engine to the intuitive interface, every aspect of iTickr has been designed to enhance your musical journey. Whether you're practicing scales, learning complex rhythms, or preparing for your next performance, iTickr provides the tools you need to succeed. Download iTickr today and experience the difference precision makes in your musical practice.

Screenshots

Guitar Tab Maker4 screens
iTickr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iTickr at none against Guitar Tab Maker's 6. Guitar Tab Maker's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price and ads 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 Tab Maker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iTickr asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Guitar Tab Maker versus iTickr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuitar Tab MakeriTickr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (507 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings507 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKyle GorlickVLADIMIR DOMASKIN

Bugs and requests

Guitar Tab Maker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Tabs randomly deleted or lost
  • Infinite loading screen when accessing tabs
  • Inability to change tunings in some cases

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for advanced tab notation (slides, bends, etc.)
  • Implement playback and audio features to hear the tabs
  • Improve tab organization and management tools
  • Add print and export options (PDF, MIDI, etc.)
  • Expand to desktop/web version for better workflow

iTickr

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Guitar Tab Maker

Subscriptions5
  • Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Premium (Annual)7 Days trial$12.991 Year
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  • Premium (Annual)$12.991 Year
  • Premium (Annual Family)3 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium One-Time Buy$29.99
None

iTickr

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Guitar Tab Maker free?
Guitar Tab Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iTickr free?
iTickr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Guitar Tab Maker or iTickr have ads?
Neither Guitar Tab Maker nor iTickr shows ads.

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