Comparison

Samplr vs ChordGen

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

Head to head
About

Samplr

This app offers a unique multitouch interface for exploring and manipulating audio samples. Create music through various play modes, record gestures for sequencing, and experiment with audio effects. It's designed for audio experimentation, composition, and live performance.

Highlights
  • 8 distinct play modes (Slicer, Looper, Granular, etc.)
  • Gesture recorder for sequencing
  • Audio input recording and resampling
  • 6 sample slots with 16 voices each
  • 5 per-sample effects (Distortion, Reverb, etc.)
  • Import audio from cloud storage and other apps
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The app used by renowned musicians like Fred again.., Richard Devine, Apparat, Weval or Matmos live and in the studio. Samplr introduced a brand new way to make music, only possible on multitouch devices. Explore the samples melody and texture using the different play modes and create compositions with the gesture recorder. Samplr is the ideal tool for audio experimentation, music composition and live performance. USER REVIEWS “The most profound audio manipulation tool on iOS” 5 stars “There is NOTHING on the market hardware or software like this” 5 stars “Stunningly beautiful interface and exceptionally easy to use” 5 stars “This is the most musical app I've ever used. It's polished, it's musical, it's fun, it's inspiring” 5 stars “It’s the best realization of what touch screen sampling should be” 5 stars FEATURES • 8 play modes: Slicer, Looper, Granular, Tape, Scratch, Arpeggiator, Keyboard and Loop Player • Gesture recorder for sequencing • Audio input recording and resampling • 6 sample slots (x16 voices) • 5 effects per sample: Distortion, Filter, Amplitude Modulator, Feedback Delay and Reverb COMPATIBILITY • Ableton Link • MIDI Keyboard, Controller and Sync input • IAA (Inter-App Audio) • Audiobus Input and Output • WAV and AIFF file support • Import files from iCloud Drive, Dropbox, AudioShare, etc Learn more and see how it works on samplr.net. For feedback or support please reach out to support@samplr.net

About

ChordGen

Generate chords for any stringed instrument with custom tunings. This universal chord dictionary is ideal for beginners, songwriters, and musicians seeking new sounds. Easily search for specific chords and explore variations.

Highlights
  • Generate any chord
  • Select any instrument
  • Choose any tuning
  • Generate chords with bass notes
  • Text search system
  • Universal chord dictionary
Features
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Chords for any instrument, in any tuning. ChordGen is a chord generator and dictionary for fretted string instruments. Explore chords, try different tunings, and discover new ways to play, practice, and compose. Choose an instrument and tuning to see chord voicings directly on the fretboard. You can also create custom instruments and tunings to go beyond traditional setups. Explore chords Generate chords and see exactly how to play them. Quickly search for the chord you need and browse different voicings, including slash chords such as C/B. Instruments and tunings Use a range of fretted string instruments, change their tunings, or build your own configurations. Experiment with new combinations and discover different sounds. Create and organize chord sheets Create your own chord sheets or start from a chord-sheet link on the web. Add and organize chords, keep your songs together, and check each voicing while you play or work on a composition. Choose the voicing you want for any chord, or let ChordGen find suitable positions for the remaining chords based on the selected instrument and tuning. Whether you are learning an instrument, exploring an alternate tuning, studying harmony, playing your songs, or composing, ChordGen gives you a simple and flexible way to work with chords.

Screenshots

ChordGen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ChordGen at Free against Samplr's $19.99. ChordGen also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Samplr's advantage is ratings volume (149 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

ChordGen is free to download; Samplr costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ChordGen holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samplr has 149 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samplr ships an update every 3 months, ChordGen every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Samplr versus ChordGen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamplrChordGen
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (149 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings149 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcos AlonsoGustavo Sore

Customer experience

Samplr

All ratings149 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral1.3%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews404 reviews
Positive79.5%
Neutral7.2%
Negative13.4%

ChordGen

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Samplr

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recording functionality not working as expected
  • Dropbox integration causing crashes
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Implement Ableton Link for better sync
  • Add support for more audio file formats
  • Improve sample import/export workflow
  • Introduce a more robust sequencing and automation system
  • Provide multi-channel audio output

ChordGen

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Samplr

No in-app purchases

None

ChordGen

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Samplr free?
Samplr costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChordGen free?
ChordGen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Samplr or ChordGen?
ChordGen is rated higher. Samplr averages 4.7 out of 5 from 149 ratings, while ChordGen averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Samplr or ChordGen have ads?
Neither Samplr nor ChordGen shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samplr or ChordGen?
Samplr ships an update every 3 months, and ChordGen every 12 months. Most recently, Samplr was updated on October 15, 2026 and ChordGen on October 6, 2026.

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