# SongBook+ vs Singa

The clearest difference is update cadence: Singa at every 2 weeks against SongBook+'s every 6 weeks. SongBook+'s advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 57%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SongBook+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Singa sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for SongBook+ against 4.3 for Singa. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 163 and 380 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of SongBook+'s written reviews are positive against 57% of Singa's.

SongBook+ ships an update every 6 weeks, Singa every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SongBook+ | Singa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (163 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/songbook-plus/id447755419/reviews)** | [4.3 (380 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singa-sing-karaoke/id802874608/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 163 | **380** |
| Positive reviews | **67.1% of reviews** | 56.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 161 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [BauM-Software Matthias Bauer](https://appshunter.io/developer/447755422) | [Singa Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/802874611) |

## 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


### Singa

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singa-sing-karaoke/id802874608)

Transform your device into a karaoke machine with a vast library of high-quality songs. Sing solo, with friends, or find local venues. Enjoy studio-quality tracks, curated playlists, and features like transposition and guide vocals.

**Highlights:** Huge karaoke song library, Sing on the big screen with AirPlay, Original artist recordings, Themed and curated singlists, Adjustable pitch and guide vocals, Find local karaoke venues

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Singa Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Singa Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium: yearly subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium: yearly subscription | $89.99 | per year |
| One Week Pass | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎤 Great karaoke experience
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🎶 Wide song selection
- 🔑 Pitch control feature
- 🔊 Good audio quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited song selection
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 💰 Expensive premium version
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔊 Poor audio quality

**Reported bugs**

- Microphone issues and inability to hear own voice
- Subscription charges even after cancellation
- Frequent network failures and app crashes
- Incompatibility with some devices and platforms

**Requested features**

- Add more popular and recent songs
- Improve song search and filtering
- Allow users to add songs from their own playlists
- Implement shared queue across devices
- Add real-time voice feedback and recording


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SongBook+ free?

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

### Is Singa free?

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

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

SongBook+ is rated higher. SongBook+ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while Singa averages 4.3 from 380 ratings.

### Do SongBook+ or Singa have ads?

Neither SongBook+ nor Singa shows ads.

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

SongBook+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Singa every 2 weeks. Most recently, SongBook+ was updated on October 29, 2026 and Singa on October 29, 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.*