Comparison

Setlists vs GigNotes

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

Head to head
About

Setlists

This app helps live performers organize their song catalog, prompt lyrics and chords on stage, and keep band members in sync. It includes features like backing tracks, a metronome, and Bluetooth pedal support for seamless performance management.

Highlights
  • Song cataloging with lyrics and chords
  • Live lyric and chord prompting
  • Backing track integration
  • Built-in metronome
  • Multi-device band synchronization
  • Bluetooth foot pedal support
Features
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New Version 2.1 - Now with backing tracks and metronome! Catalog your repertoire. Prompt your lyrics live on stage. Keep everyone in sync. If you perform live on stage, alone or with a group, Setlists will make you a better professional. Forget carrying around heavy binders of paper and writing up tonight’s set on a napkin with a Sharpie. Setlists puts your entire song catalog into one simple app for your iPad or iPhone. Organize your songs into sets and prompt the lyrics and chords during live performance on multiple devices for everyone in the band. Setlists is a free download, so you can see why so many use Setlists as their song organizer and lyric prompter of choice. With a one-time in-app purchase, you can unlock all of the unlimited and advanced features Setlists has to offer.[1] Song Catalog Store information about every song in your catalog. Artist, title, tempo, duration, key signature, lyrics, and now even chords. Your catalog will store all the information you need to design the perfect set for tonight’s performance. Lyric Prompting Prompt your lyrics like a pro. Full screen and in the font and color of your choice. Advance with a simple swipe or with the touch of a Bluetooth foot pedal or hand switch. Alternatively, if you have your hands full with an instrument, auto-scroll your lyrics at your desired pace. Chord Changes Add chord changes to your lyric sheets in a variety of styles, with fingering charts for guitar, ukulele, baritone ukulele, banjo, 5-string banjo, and mandolin. You’ll never have to worry about forgetting that chord progression again. Backing Tracks (new in 2.1) Select a track from your iTunes Library to play as a backing track for a song! Metronome / Click (new in 2.1) Choose a BPM for a song, turn on the new click feature, and let Setlists keep you on tempo! Bluetooth Foot Pedal Support Control lyric prompting from a variety of Bluetooth foot pedal and hand controlled devices, including those from AirTurn, iRig, Cicada and more. Jam Session Those who perform in a group can keep everyone in sync using the Jam Session feature. Connect an additional iOS device for every member of the group, and each performer can have his or her own view of the lyrics, the upcoming songs in the set, or both.[2] Sync and Backup You spend a lot of time organizing your song catalog and entering all that precious data. Now you can back it all up using iCloud or Dropbox. Have an iPhone and an iPad? Now you can keep your catalog in sync on all of your personal iOS devices.[3] Apple Watch On the watch, you can see current and upcoming song information and advance to the next song with a tap on your wrist. And Much More… *Import songs in .txt, .rtf and .docx formats, from a variety of sources, including Dropbox, Box, Google Drive, and iTunes. Or search for songs on the web to quickly copy lyrics. *Export songs once they’ve been formatted, to share or keep a backup copy. *Add songs in ChordPro: Setlists is now compatible with the ChordPro format. *Use Rich Text formatting to add bold, underline, and multiple colors to your songs. *Print or email your songs or sets right from your iOS device. (Requires an iOS compatible printer) *Keep notes on any song you like, such as keyboard patches, number of repetitions for a chorus, who starts the song, etc. Download and try Setlists today for free, and see why it’s the professional’s choice. 1. Pro upgrade unlocks unlimited songs and sets, unlimited Jam Sessions, and backup/sync to all your iOS devices. 2. Split view mode available on iPad only. Pro upgrade will unlock unlimited Jam Sessions. Each participating device must be upgraded. 3. Backup and Sync require Pro upgrade. Setlists was made by and for performing musicians. We value your feedback! If you have any feedback or questions about the app please let us know at: support@bombingbrain.com

About

GigNotes

Manage your songs, sheets, and setlists for live performances and rehearsals. Import various file types, transpose chords instantly, and organize gigs with detailed notes. Features include half-page turns, full-screen mode, handwritten notes, and offline functionality.

Highlights
  • Import sheet music (PDF, photos, ChordPro)
  • Instant chord transposition
  • Create setlists with gig details
  • Half-page turns and full-screen mode
  • Handwritten notes on sheets
  • Offline functionality
  • Built-in metronome
  • MIDI command support
Features
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Play live without paper.
 GigNotes keeps your songs, sheets, and setlists ready for rehearsals and gigs.
 Built for musicians who perform on stage. Whether you’re playing concerts, rehearsing with your band, or preparing for worship services, GigNotes helps you stay organized and focused on what matters most — your performance. Key Features (Free) • Import sheet music your way
Add PDFs, photos, or ChordPro files in seconds. • Instant chord transposition
Change keys on the fly for vocalists or instruments (ChordPro). • Create setlists for gigs and rehearsals
Organize songs with tempo, key, notes, date, time, and venue. • Half-page turns
Smooth page turning, perfect for Bluetooth pedals. • Full-screen performance mode
Clean, distraction-free view on stage. • Handwritten notes
Write directly on your sheets using Apple Pencil or stylus. • Works fully offline
No internet required. • Built-in metronome
Accurate tempo control with tap tempo. • MIDI command support
Control MIDI devices (for example keyboards) directly from each song. Go Professional – Play as a Band Unlock powerful collaboration tools with GigNotes Professional: • Share setlists and music notes instantly with bandmates. • Receive complete gigs and setlists from other musicians. • Store unlimited gigs and setlists. • Secure cloud backup and easy data restore. Why Musicians Choose GigNotes • Designed by live musicians, not office software. • Perfect for concerts, rehearsals, tours, and worship bands. • Paperless workflow with no binders or loose pages. • Supports ChordPro, PDFs, photos, MIDI, and Bluetooth pedals. • Reliable on stage, even without internet access. GigNotes adapts to your workflow whether you’re a solo performer, part of a band, or leading a worship team. Focus on playing, not organizing.
Try GigNotes and take your live performance to the next level.

Screenshots

Setlists4 screens
GigNotes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GigNotes at 82% against Setlists's 16%. GigNotes also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Setlists's advantage is ratings volume (183 vs 33) and iOS requirement (9.2 vs 15.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Setlists sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and GigNotes sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GigNotes holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Setlists has 183 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Setlists's written reviews are positive against 82% of GigNotes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setlists ships an update every 6 weeks, GigNotes every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Setlists versus GigNotes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetlistsGigNotes
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (183 ratings)4.7 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.0% of reviews81.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings183 — better33
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS9.2 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBombing Brain InteractiveAccent Studio

Customer experience

Setlists

All ratings183 ratings
Positive21.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative71.0%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive16.0%
Neutral9.7%
Negative74.4%

GigNotes

All ratings33 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%

Bugs and requests

Setlists

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when opening songs
  • Lyrics disappearing or displaying incorrectly
  • Syncing issues causing data loss
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
  • Inability to delete or edit certain songs

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved syncing and backup options
  • Customizable scrolling and page turning
  • Support for more file formats (PDF, Word, etc.)
  • Better organization and management of large song libraries
  • Regular updates and bug fixes

GigNotes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Setlists

One-time1
  • Setlists Pro Edition$19.99
5 purchases

GigNotes

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Professional$2.491 Month
  • Annual Professional$23.991 Year
  • Professional – 5 Seats$107.991 Year
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  • Professional – 10 Seats$214.991 Year
  • Professional – 15 Seats$300.001 Year

Questions

Is Setlists free?
Setlists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GigNotes free?
GigNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Setlists or GigNotes?
GigNotes is rated higher. Setlists averages 2.1 out of 5 from 183 ratings, while GigNotes averages 4.7 from 33 ratings.
Do Setlists or GigNotes have ads?
Neither Setlists nor GigNotes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setlists or GigNotes?
Setlists ships an update every 6 weeks, and GigNotes every 2 weeks. Most recently, Setlists was updated on September 23, 2026 and GigNotes on October 9, 2026.

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