Reverse Chord Finder Pro vs ChordDetectorInator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Reverse Chord Finder Pro
Identify chords by inputting notes from various instruments or music notation. Discover chord names, hear them played, and analyze their construction. Supports multiple instruments and customization options for musicians of all levels.
- Input notes via piano, string instruments, or music score
- Extensive chord database with over 100 chord types
- Hear chords as block chords or arpeggios
- Find partial chord matches
- Save identified chords to Favorites
- View chords on different instruments or notation
- Left-handed string instrument support
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If you’ve ever asked “What chord am I playing?” Reverse Chord Finder Pro is for you! Just select two or more notes — using piano, stringed instruments, or music notation — and the app will show you the names of the chords that match. “This app is simply awesome! It will accelerate your discovery of new chords in leaps and bounds and raise your level of playing to new heights.” — A Happy Customer KEY FEATURES * Enter notes in 3 different modes: Piano/Keyboard, String Instruments (guitar, bass, ukulele, etc.), and Music Score * Extensive chord database — more than 100 chord types! * Hear chords played as block chords or arpeggios * Find partial chord matches to isolate passing melody notes * Use the Favorites list to bookmark chords you’ve identified * See the same chord represented on different instruments or in musical notation SPECIAL FEATURES * Left-handed String Instrument support * String Instrument options for 3 to 12 strings, plus capo * Music Score mode supports treble and bass staff, and all 12 major and minor keys * View major scale degrees for selected notes to learn chord construction * Customize chord notation (CDEFGAB, CDEFGAH, Do-Re-Mi) MUSICIANS, COMPOSERS, AND MUSIC STUDENTS * Analyze and write down harmonies * Recognize and construct chords more easily * Improve your understanding of chord theory MUSIC TO OUR EARS “I can look up chords faster than with any other method. Worth much more than the current price.” “With this app I can find out what the chords are ... No more embarrassment in front of the rest of the band!” “A songwriter’s best friend!” Questions or comments? Need some help? Email: support@reversechord.com Web: http://reversechord.com Terms of use: http://reversechord.com/terms.html
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Reverse Chord Finder Pro at 4.7 against ChordDetectorInator's 3.7. Reverse Chord Finder Pro also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (705 vs 3). 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
Both are free to download. Reverse Chord Finder Pro sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ChordDetectorInator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Reverse Chord Finder Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reverse Chord Finder Pro has 705 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Reverse Chord Finder Pro ships an update every 5 weeks, ChordDetectorInator every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Reverse Chord Finder Pro | ChordDetectorInator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (705 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 705 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ghostdust | Robert J Sarvis Jr |
Bugs and requests
Reverse Chord Finder Pro
Reported bugs
2 issues- Capo feature not working as expected
- Sound not playing in some cases
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to save chord progressions
- Chord lookup functionality
- MIDI support
- Customizable chord display options
- Export chord data to PDF
ChordDetectorInator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Reverse Chord Finder Pro
- Weekly (Personal)7 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Monthly (Personal)$1.991 Month
- Monthly (Family)$2.991 Month
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- Annual (Personal)$17.991 Year
- Annual (Family)$24.991 Year
- Lifetime (Family)$34.99
ChordDetectorInator
- Unlock Time Limit$2.99
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