# SongBook+ vs MobileSheetsLite

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MobileSheetsLite at none against SongBook+'s 10. MobileSheetsLite also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (80% vs 67%). SongBook+'s advantage is ratings volume (163 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SongBook+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. MobileSheetsLite asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for SongBook+ against 4.5 for MobileSheetsLite. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SongBook+ has 163 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of SongBook+'s written reviews are positive against 80% of MobileSheetsLite's.

SongBook+ ships an update every 6 weeks, MobileSheetsLite weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SongBook+ | MobileSheetsLite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (163 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419/reviews) | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobilesheetslite/id6470054573/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **163** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 67.1% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 43 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BauM-Software Matthias Bauer](https://appshunter.io/developer/447755422) | [Michael Zuber](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620569989) |

## What reviewers say

### SongBook+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419)

Manage your song library with lyrics, sheet music, and playbacks. This app offers extensive features for musicians, including MIDI control, audio playback, and video support, all accessible on stage. Unlock the full version via in-app purchase to remove song limits.

**Highlights:** Manage songs with search and sort, View lyrics and sheet music, Play audio and MIDI files, Control MIDI devices, Create playlists, Handwrite and annotate documents, Foot pedal control

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BRONZE sponsor (monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| SILVER sponsor (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Full version (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| GOLD sponsor (monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| BRONZE sponsor (yearly) | $11.49 | per year |
| Full version (yearly) | $20.49 | per year |
| SILVER sponsor (yearly) | $22.99 | per year |
| GOLD sponsor (yearly) | $45.99 | per year |
| Full version | $49.99 | one-time |
| Updates +5 years | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Versatile and feature-rich
- 👍 Excellent for managing music repertoire
- 👍 Reliable for live performances
- 👍 Seamless MIDI integration with keyboards
- 👍 Great for organizing lyrics and chords

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Steep learning curve for some
- 😞 Expensive for some users
- 😞 Can be complex to set up
- 😞 Some users find the UI difficult to navigate
- 😞 Limited functionality in free version

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when switching to other apps on iPad Pro
- Dropbox import hangs after a few songs
- Crashes during live performance (video playback)
- Full version won't open after purchase
- Last page of songs not accessible

**Requested features**

- Fade out for MP3 files
- Phone number for support
- Option to change background color
- Ability to copy playlists
- Sort criteria option on the left side


### MobileSheetsLite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobilesheetslite/id6470054573)

This app digitizes your sheet music library, offering quick access to any score. It provides powerful tools for musicians, including hands-free page turns, annotation capabilities, and custom audio playback. Manage your entire music collection efficiently on your device.

**Highlights:** Digital sheet music library, Hands-free page turns, Annotation tools, Custom audio player, Library synchronization, Metronome, Setlist management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SongBook+ free?

SongBook+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MobileSheetsLite free?

MobileSheetsLite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SongBook+ or MobileSheetsLite?

MobileSheetsLite is rated higher. SongBook+ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while MobileSheetsLite averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do SongBook+ or MobileSheetsLite have ads?

Neither SongBook+ nor MobileSheetsLite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SongBook+ or MobileSheetsLite?

SongBook+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and MobileSheetsLite weekly. Most recently, SongBook+ was updated on October 30, 2026 and MobileSheetsLite on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*