# Setlists vs GigNotes

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Setlists | GigNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.1 (183 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setlists/id499588331/reviews) | **[4.7 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gignotes-songbook-and-setlists/id1536908681/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **183** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | 16.0% of reviews | **81.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 88 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.2** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bombing Brain Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/327263393) | [Accent Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1536908683) |

## What reviewers say

### Setlists

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setlists/id499588331)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Setlists Pro Edition | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and flexible
- 📚 Great for organizing lyrics and setlists
- 🎨 User-friendly interface
- 🔍 Convenient search and import features
- 💻 Works well with Bluetooth devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔧 Unreliable syncing and backup
- 🕰 Scrolling issues and page jumping
- 🚫 Lack of customer support
- 💰 Expensive for the issues experienced

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gignotes-songbook-and-setlists/id1536908681)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Professional | $2.49 | per month |
| Annual Professional | $23.99 | per year |
| Professional – 5 Seats | $107.99 | per year |
| Professional – 10 Seats | $214.99 | per year |
| Professional – 15 Seats | $300.00 | per year |


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