Comparison

BandHelper 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

BandHelper

Streamline band operations with this comprehensive organizational suite. Effortlessly share music, manage setlists, and coordinate rehearsals. Enhance live performances with customizable settings and backing tracks, while also managing finances and contacts professionally.

Highlights
  • Automatic song and setlist distribution
  • Gig invitations and confirmations
  • Reference recording playback with speed/loop
  • Chord transposition
  • Customizable performance settings
  • Backing track and video playback
  • Income/expense tracking
Features
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Much more than a "songbook" app, BandHelper can organize your band and power your live show. COMMUNICATE EFFORTLESSLY • Distribute songs and set lists automatically to your bandmates • Send standardized gig invitations and confirmations • Maintain one organized source for gig details • Give sub players all the charts and recordings they need for a gig REHEARSE EFFICIENTLY • Sync set list, lyric and chord updates as you work • Play reference recordings instantly, with speed and loop controls • Transpose chords for different singers, capo positions or horn keys • Review notes and voice memos from previous rehearsals PERFORM SEAMLESSLY • Configure keyboards, effects and lighting as you change songs • Play backing tracks, click tracks and video presentations • Customize the interface or use foot switches for hands-free control • Add custom fields for personal notes and reminders MANAGE YOUR BAND PROFESSIONALLY • Track income/expenses and let band members view their earnings • Organize your booking and industry contacts • Build stage plots to send to venues • Generate invoices to send to clients *** If you have a problem or a suggestion, please contact me before writing a review. I can't troubleshoot problems through the review system, but I respond promptly to all help tickets and posts in my 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

BandHelper4 screens
Polyphonic Tuner4 screens

Verdict

The call

BandHelper and Polyphonic Tuner are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. BandHelper sells 18 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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
BandHelper versus Polyphonic Tuner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBandHelperPolyphonic Tuner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (113 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings113 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArlo LeachTony Korologos

Bugs and requests

BandHelper

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sync issues between devices
  • Compatibility problems with older hardware
  • Crashes when switching between documents

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to add handwritten notes
  • Improved scrolling and page turning
  • More customization options for layouts
  • Integrated metronome with visual cues

Polyphonic Tuner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

18 purchases

BandHelper

One-time18
  • Basic - Solo Artist (month)$3.00
  • Plus - Solo Artist (month)$3.49
  • Pro - Solo Artist (month)$4.00
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  • Basic - 2-5 Users (month)$5.00
  • Basic - 6-20 Users (month)$7.00
  • Plus - 2-5 Users (month)$7.00
  • Pro - 2-5 Users (month)$9.00
  • Plus - 6-20 Users (month)$10.49
  • Pro - 6-20 Users (month)$14.00
  • Basic - Solo Artist (year)$18.00
  • Plus - Solo Artist (year)$28.00
  • Pro - Solo Artist (year)$38.00
  • Basic - 2-5 Users (year)$46.00
  • Plus - 2-5 Users (year)$70.00
  • Basic - 6-20 Users (year)$70.00
  • Pro - 2-5 Users (year)$94.00
  • Plus - 6-20 Users (year)$104.99
  • Pro - 6-20 Users (year)$139.99
1 purchases

Polyphonic Tuner

One-time1
  • PolyTuner Pro$9.99

Questions

Is BandHelper free?
BandHelper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Polyphonic Tuner free?
Polyphonic Tuner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BandHelper or Polyphonic Tuner have ads?
Neither BandHelper nor Polyphonic Tuner shows ads.

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