Comparison

Chord Detector vs ChordDetectorInator

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

Head to head
About

Chord Detector

This real-time music recognition app uses your device's microphone to identify chords and individual notes. It displays detected chords prominently and offers an experimental MIDI recording feature for solo instruments.

Highlights
  • Real-time chord detection
  • Displays individual music tones
  • Experimental MIDI recording
  • Supports major, minor, 5th, and 7th chords
  • Audio to MIDI conversion
Features
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Chord Detector is closer to science than just an app. It is an experimental music recognition method that I have made according to my understanding about the mechanics of sound perception. The app is real time chord tracker that uses the microphone of the device. The found chords are displayed with big letters on the screen but you can also see individual music tones with small letters at the bottom. MIDI recording is an experimental feature. I do not know of any 100% successful audio to MIDI converter yet but this one I have made works relatively good for solo instruments. However full songs with drums and noises are not so good :) Audio to MIDI conversion is also real time so some tones may be missed because the CPU may not catch up (depends on the device) At the moment chord detection is limited to major, minor, 5th and 7th chords.

About

ChordDetectorInator

Instantly identify musical chords in real-time from any instrument. This app requires no setup and is perfect for musicians of all levels learning songs, transcribing, or needing quick chord references during performances. Enjoy privacy with local audio processing.

Highlights
  • Real-time chord detection
  • Works with any instrument
  • No setup or musical knowledge needed
  • Instant chord display
  • Local audio processing for privacy
  • Free trial with optional unlimited access
Features
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ChordDetectorInator provides real-time chord detection for any musical situation. Whether you're practicing solo on guitar or piano, jamming with a full band, or analyzing songs, simply tap "Start Listening" and watch chords appear instantly on screen. The clean, distraction-free interface works with any acoustic or amplified instrument and requires no setup or musical knowledge. Perfect for musicians learning songs, transcribing music, or needing quick chord reference during live performances. Try free for 60 seconds per session, then unlock unlimited listening for just $2.99. Your audio stays private - everything is processed locally on your device.

Screenshots

Chord Detector3 screens
ChordDetectorInator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ChordDetectorInator at Free against Chord Detector's $1.99. ChordDetectorInator also leads on rating (3.7 vs 2.0). Chord Detector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On ratings volume, ads and device support 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

ChordDetectorInator is free to download; Chord Detector costs $1.99 up front. ChordDetectorInator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Chord Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ChordDetectorInator holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Chord Detector versus ChordDetectorInator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChord DetectorChordDetectorInator
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (3 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings33
Update frequency—Every 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandar MlazevRobert J Sarvis Jr

In-app purchases

None

Chord Detector

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ChordDetectorInator

One-time1
  • Unlock Time Limit$2.99

Questions

Is Chord Detector free?
Chord Detector costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChordDetectorInator free?
ChordDetectorInator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chord Detector or ChordDetectorInator?
ChordDetectorInator is rated higher. Chord Detector averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while ChordDetectorInator averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Chord Detector or ChordDetectorInator have ads?
Neither Chord Detector nor ChordDetectorInator shows ads.

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