Comparison

DrumSetlist Manager vs Drum Chart Builder

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

Head to head
About

DrumSetlist Manager

Organize and manage your song setlists for live performances across multiple bands. Features a built-in metronome, song referencing via iTunes links, and hands-free operation options. Includes practice tools and printable documentation.

Highlights
  • Advanced setlist management
  • Audio frame accurate metronome
  • Song referencing via iTunes
  • Hands-free operation support
  • Practice manager with rudiments
  • Printable setlists and documentation
Features
Currently charting
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DrumSetlist Manager is an advanced setlist manager for musicians who have to play a setlist of songs in a row and possibly also in several bands / ensembles. The main advantage is the storage of songs / presets which then can be added in chains / setlists to provide a sequences for live concerts. The built-in, audio frame accurate metronome function enables the musician to get the right timing for each new song in the setlist in audio and through walking LED's visually. To have a reference of the Song to play you can store a link to an iTunes item in you music libraray and even play it through the app. The built in help system makes it easy to sxplore all advanced functions of Drumsetlist Manager. All Help pages are also printable from the app to have the documentation also on paper. !!! There is a LITE version restricted to 10 Presets to test the app before buying, so check it out if it suites your needs !!! Features: - Landscape stage play screen with big buttons and letters for live playing. - Song import from iTunes playlists with automatic setlist generation. - Application preferences for customizing the user experience - Built in help system, printeable from the app - Setlists can be printed from the app - Midi Support (external Midi adapter necessary) - Airturn and IK multimedia Blueboard support for handsfree operation - Practise Manager with the 40 rudiments, Timing, Odd meter and Song practise capabillities

About

Drum Chart Builder

Create professional drum charts and setlists quickly for gigs, sessions, and practice. Organize your music with a searchable library and access a playable drum pattern library. Offers a free trial of premium features.

Highlights
  • Build one-page drum charts
  • Create and edit setlists
  • Playable drum pattern library
  • Export charts as PDFs
  • Organized dashboard
  • Metronome and tempo click
  • Dark and light modes
Features
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Build drum charts in minutes—not hours.
Create clean, simple drum charts for gigs, rehearsals, and sessions fast—no complex notation required. Drum Chart Builder helps drummers stay organized, show up prepared, and play with confidence every time they sit behind the kit. Drum Chart Builder helps you quickly map song form, grooves, and hits so you can walk into any rehearsal or gig prepared and confident. * Works on all devices. * All your drum charts and setlists stay perfectly in sync across every device. * Works online and offline no matter where you are. * Create your charts on your computer and take your iPad to your gig. This app was designed by professional drummer Liz Ficalora the author of How to Write a Fast and Easy Drum Chart. She took her book and made it into an app. * Build a full chart in under 20 minutes * Simple, one-page charting template * Quickly map out song sections and structure * Organize setlists for live gigs * Use ready-made drum patterns (or create your own) * No advanced drum notation needed * View charts one by one from your setlist. * Export clean, one-page charts pdf’s Made for Real-World Playing * Use charts during gigs and rehearsals * Stay locked in with your setlist * See what’s coming next in every song * Reduce stress and play with confidence Stay Organized * Keep all your drum charts in one place * Instantly search your song library * Manage setlists for performances * Access charts anytime on phone or tablet Powerful Drum Tools * Built-in drum pattern library * Create and save custom patterns * Insert figure library to add fills, hits, and cues * Export charts as PDFs * Share charts with your band Perfect For * Gigging drummers * Worship musicians * Session players * Music Educators * Pit musicians * Studio Players * Drum students PRICING Enjoy a 7-day free trial!
Try all premium features free for 7 days—no commitment required. What happens after the trial?
 Once your 7-day trial ends, you can choose what’s best for you: * Stay free: Continue using the app with limited features at no cost. * Go Standard or Professional: Unlock full access with a subscription plan. Your subscription will automatically begin unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends. The payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the selected subscription rate. * You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings. FREE PLAN - Includes a Sample Chart and Setlist
 You can Receive Shared Charts For Viewing Only STANDARD - Create & Edit Charts and Setlists. 
 You Can Receive Shared Charts and Edit $8.99 Per Month $49.99 Per Year PROFESSIONAL - Create & Edit Charts and Setlists. You Can Share and Receive Shared Charts and Edit $12.99 Per Month $69.99 Per Year SKILL LEVEL Beginner to Professional Drummers and Musicians If you can count out the measures in a song, this method is for you. Beginners, count out the song form so you can make a map of the song. Pro's, map out the song and add simple one and two bar patterns for the groove. Save time, keep organized and build a simple drum chart in 20 minutes. CONTACT https://drumchartbuilder.com/contact HOW TO VIDEOS Youtube https://www.youtube.com/drumchartbuilder Support Page https://new.drumchartbuilder.com/support/ CONNECT WITH US Website: https://drumchartbuilder.com
 Drum Chart Store: https://easydrumchart.com Follow for tips, updates, and tutorials:
 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drumchartbuilder
 Instagram: https://instagram.com/drumchartbuilder
 Facebook: https://facebook.com/drumchartbuilder TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lizficalora Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Visit https://www.drumchartbuilder.com for more info.

Screenshots

DrumSetlist Manager4 screens
Drum Chart Builder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Drum Chart Builder at Free against DrumSetlist Manager's $8.99. Drum Chart Builder also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). DrumSetlist Manager's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (83% vs 67%). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases 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

Drum Chart Builder is free to download; DrumSetlist Manager costs $8.99 up front. DrumSetlist Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Drum Chart Builder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DrumSetlist Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of DrumSetlist Manager's written reviews are positive against 67% of Drum Chart Builder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DrumSetlist Manager ships an update every 3 months, Drum Chart Builder fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
DrumSetlist Manager versus Drum Chart Builder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrumSetlist ManagerDrum Chart Builder
Price$8.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better3.9 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings47 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#186 — better—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndreas SchweigerElizabeth Ficalora

Customer experience

DrumSetlist Manager

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

Drum Chart Builder

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DrumSetlist Manager

One-time1
  • Practice Manager$3.99
4 purchases

Drum Chart Builder

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Std7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Monthly Pro7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Yearly Std7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Yearly Pro7 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is DrumSetlist Manager free?
DrumSetlist Manager costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Drum Chart Builder free?
Drum Chart Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DrumSetlist Manager or Drum Chart Builder?
DrumSetlist Manager is rated higher. DrumSetlist Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Drum Chart Builder averages 3.9 from 7 ratings.
Do DrumSetlist Manager or Drum Chart Builder have ads?
Neither DrumSetlist Manager nor Drum Chart Builder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DrumSetlist Manager or Drum Chart Builder?
DrumSetlist Manager ships an update every 3 months, and Drum Chart Builder fortnightly. Most recently, DrumSetlist Manager was updated on August 25, 2026 and Drum Chart Builder on September 19, 2026.

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