Comparison

Chordbot vs ChordPadX 2

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

Head to head
About

Chordbot

Easily create and play chord progressions with various instrument tracks. Experiment with complex arrangements without needing music theory knowledge. Ideal for songwriting or generating backing tracks for practice.

Highlights
  • Create and play chord progressions
  • Hundreds of instrument tracks
  • Experiment with complex arrangements
  • Songwriting and practice backing tracks
  • MIDI/WAV export
  • Automatic song generation
Features
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Chordbot lets you create and play chord progressions in different styles easily. Just add chords, select instrument tracks and hit play. Experiment with complex chord progressions without having to master an instrument or music theory first. Great for songwriting experiments or to create your own backing tracks for instrument practice. Easily create arrangements and mixes by selecting from hundreds of piano, guitar, synth, bass and drum tracks. This is the full version of Chordbot with all features enabled. There is also a free evaluation version (Chordbot Lite) with disabled save/export features that you could/should try before buying the paid version. Features: * 60+ chord types Including classics like AugAdd2 and Min7(#11), in all inversions. * 70+ comping style presets Simple but usable arrangements that won't get in your way. * 400+ instrument tracks Individually mixable dynamic instrument tracks that can be combined to form unique comping styles. * Inversion control / slash chords Manually select chord inversions, or let Chordbot select the smoothest inversion automatically. * Song sections Songs can be structured into repeatable sections (verse, chorus, etc). Each section can have its own comping style/arrangement. * MIDI/WAV export and background playback Refine your compositions in a DAW/MIDI sequencer or play along with a virtual instrument * Song-O-Matic Automatic song generator with pop, jazz and experimental profiles. See chordbot.com for more information and audio demos. Please report all bugs to: support@chordbot.com

About

ChordPadX 2

This app offers a pad-based MIDI controller for musicians to trigger and manipulate chords. It features velocity-sensitive pads, customizable layouts, and advanced editing options for chord types and voicings. Seamlessly integrate with other music apps and hardware for composing, performing, or experimenting.

Highlights
  • Velocity-sensitive pads for expressive chord triggering
  • Customizable pad layouts and chord editing
  • MIDI output to compatible apps and hardware
  • Intuitive drag-and-drop interface
  • Audio Unit (AUv3) and Core MIDI support
  • User-friendly design for focused creativity
Features
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Unlock instant inspiration with ChordPadX 2, an intuitive and expressive pad-based MIDI controller designed for musicians of all levels. Whether you're composing, performing, or experimenting with new ideas, this app makes it easy to trigger and manipulate chords with a natural touch. Play rich, dynamic harmonies with just a tap. The velocity-sensitive pads allow you to trigger multiple chords at once, giving you expressive control over your sound. Choose from a variety of dynamic templates or build your own custom layout by dragging and dropping chords into place. Rearrange the pads as needed to create a workflow that suits your creative process. Each pad is fully customizable, allowing you to fine-tune your chords with advanced editing options. Change the chord type, invert voicings, add a bass note, assign colors, or label the pads to keep your setup organized. Whether you’re a beginner looking for inspiration or a pro seeking efficiency, this app adapts to your needs. Key Features: • Expressive Play – Tap velocity-sensitive pads to trigger one or multiple chords at the same time, making your performance more dynamic and natural. • Customizable Pads – Rearrange, edit, and personalize each pad with different chord types, voicings, bass notes, colors, and labels. • Flexible MIDI Control – Send chords via MIDI output to any compatible app or hardware, or use an external MIDI controller to trigger the pads. • Intuitive Drag & Drop – Easily rearrange pads and move chords within the app to create your perfect layout. • Audio Unit (AUv3) & Core MIDI Support – Integrate ChordPadX 2 with your favorite music production apps, DAWs, and MIDI devices. • Intuitive Interface – Designed for efficiency, with an easy-to-use layout that keeps you focused on creativity rather than complexity. With its powerful features and user-friendly interface, this app is the perfect tool for sketching song ideas, experimenting with new chord progressions, or enhancing live performances. Whether you're playing solo or syncing with other apps and hardware, ChordPadX 2 puts the power of harmony at your fingertips. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Chordbot4 screens
ChordPadX 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ChordPadX 2 at Free against Chordbot's $4.99. ChordPadX 2 also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). Chordbot's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 44%) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). On rating, 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

ChordPadX 2 is free to download; Chordbot costs $4.99 up front. ChordPadX 2 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Chordbot asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Chordbot against 4.4 for ChordPadX 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chordbot has 39 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Chordbot's written reviews are positive against 44% of ChordPadX 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chordbot ships an update every 7 months, ChordPadX 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Chordbot versus ChordPadX 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChordbotChordPadX 2
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (39 ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews82.1% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings39 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#78 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB150 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperContrasonic ABMathieu Routhier

Customer experience

Chordbot

All ratings39 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews324 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral4.6%
Negative13.3%

ChordPadX 2

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral22.2%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Chordbot

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when exporting MIDI files
  • Inability to save or name songs consistently
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to create and save custom chord progressions
  • More diverse selection of musical styles and genres
  • Option to mute or adjust individual instrument tracks
  • Improved MIDI export functionality
  • Integration with other music apps and DAWs
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  • Dark mode and visual customization options
  • Undo/redo functionality for editing

ChordPadX 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Chordbot

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

ChordPadX 2

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
One-time5
  • iOS Key Upgrade$12.99
  • macOS Key$17.99
  • iOS Key$17.99
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  • Universal Key Upgrade$19.99
  • Universal Key$24.99

Questions

Is Chordbot free?
Chordbot costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChordPadX 2 free?
ChordPadX 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chordbot or ChordPadX 2?
Chordbot is rated higher. Chordbot averages 4.6 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while ChordPadX 2 averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do Chordbot or ChordPadX 2 have ads?
Neither Chordbot nor ChordPadX 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chordbot or ChordPadX 2?
Chordbot ships an update every 7 months, and ChordPadX 2 every 2 months. Most recently, Chordbot was updated on October 27, 2026 and ChordPadX 2 on October 25, 2026.

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