Comparison

Set List Maker vs Polyphonic Tuner

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

Head to head
About

Set List Maker

Organize your music repertoire with lyrics, chord charts, and rehearsal notes. Control on-stage electronics, play backing tracks, and share set lists with bandmates. Advanced features require an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Store lyrics and chord charts
  • Manage rehearsal notes and set lists
  • Transpose chords and record audio
  • Control on-stage electronics and lighting
  • Play backing tracks and videos
  • Share set lists with bandmates
Features
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NOTE: We are no longer adding new features to Set List Maker. We recommend our newer product, BandHelper, for the latest design and functionality. Set List Maker is a powerful organizational tool for musicians. With thousands of people around the world using the app in creative ways, the app is packed with features to manage your repertoire, control your on-stage electronics and share with your bandmates. MORE THAN A DIGITAL SONGBOOK Set List Maker can store your lyrics and chord charts, but it can also keep track of your rehearsal notes and serves as an archive of all your set lists. You can include multiple reference recordings for each song, slow down or pitch-shift recordings while practicing,* transpose chords with one touch, and make a quick recording if inspiration strikes.* Then design your own screen layouts to show the most important information in each setting you play in. YOUR COMMAND CENTER ON STAGE Set List Maker can display your lyrics with simple auto-scrolling or custom automation tracks,* play backing tracks and click tracks through separate audio ports or inter-app audio,* play videos,* and configure MIDI-compatible sound and lighting equipment as you move from song to song.* You can control Set List Maker with MIDI* or Bluetooth footswitches, and link together multiple devices for screen sharing or remote control on stage.* KEEP YOUR BANDMATES IN THE LOOP Set List Maker can can export databases and import them onto your bandmates' mobile devices so everyone has access to the latest songs, set lists, and details of upcoming shows. You can also email set lists in PDF or HTML format, or print good old paper set lists to keep it simple on stage. Some advanced features (*) require an in-app purchase. For details, please visit the Set List Maker website, which also contains tutorials and demo videos to help with your purchase decision. *** If you have a problem or a suggestion, please contact us before writing a bad review. We can't respond or help you if you publish your complaints in a review, but we respond promptly to all emails and posts in our support forum. ***

About

Polyphonic Tuner

Features
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PolyTuner is a focused, responsive tuner for guitar and bass. Pluck one open string for precise tuning, or play several strings together for a quick polyphonic check. Native audio analysis identifies each configured string independently, showing which strings are flat, sharp, or in tune. For finer adjustments, switch to the phase strobe tuner and watch the motion slow as the string approaches its target. PolyTuner supports Standard, Drop D, Double Drop D, and E-flat Standard guitar tunings. Bass players can choose Standard tuning for 4-, 5-, or 6-string instruments, including low B0 and high C3. Choose from Classic, Precision Scale, and Minimal Rail displays. Each view provides clear pitch direction, cents, frequency, and tuning confidence. Your instrument, tuning, and display preferences are saved automatically. To begin, select your instrument and tuning, tap Start Listening, and play one or more open strings. PolyTuner displays a separate reading for every configured string so you can quickly see what needs adjustment. For precision tuning, open the Strobe Tuner and pluck one string at a time. Leftward motion indicates a flat string, rightward motion indicates a sharp string, and a nearly stationary display means the string is in tune. Microphone audio is analyzed directly on your device. PolyTuner does not upload your instrument audio for pitch detection. Whether you are checking a guitar before rehearsal, setting up an alternate tuning, or dialing in the low B on a bass, PolyTuner keeps the process clear and efficient.

Screenshots

Set List Maker4 screens
Polyphonic Tuner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Polyphonic Tuner at Free against Set List Maker's $19.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Polyphonic Tuner is free to download; Set List Maker costs $19.99 up front. Set List Maker sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Polyphonic Tuner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Set List Maker versus Polyphonic Tuner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSet List MakerPolyphonic Tuner
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (87 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings87 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArlo LeachTony Korologos

Bugs and requests

Set List Maker

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Database corruption
  • Missing songs after updates
  • Midi issues
  • Playback problems

Requested features

6 requests
  • Bulk song import
  • Customizable layouts
  • Integrated chord/lyric editor
  • Automatic scroll for lyrics
  • Metronome integration
Show 1 more
  • Dropbox/iCloud sync

Polyphonic Tuner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Set List Maker

One-time5
  • Videos$2.99
  • Automation Tracks$3.99
  • Advanced Audio$3.99
Show 2 more
  • MIDI$4.99
  • Live Sharing$4.99
1 purchases

Polyphonic Tuner

One-time1
  • PolyTuner Pro$9.99

Questions

Is Set List Maker free?
Set List Maker costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Polyphonic Tuner free?
Polyphonic Tuner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Set List Maker or Polyphonic Tuner have ads?
Neither Set List Maker nor Polyphonic Tuner shows ads.

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