Cubase iC Pro vs Chords Compass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cubase iC Pro
This app acts as a personal recording assistant, offering advanced control over your music production software. It provides a clear project overview, a detailed mixer view, and a powerful tool for customizing key commands and macros.
- Project overview
- Mixer view
- Key command customization
- Macro setup
- Recording assistant
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Connecting more deeply to Cubase than any other app, Cubase iC Pro is your personal recording assistant. An advanced Cubase control app with a clear focus on recording, the project overview page and mixer allow you to see your project just as you know it in Cubase, while the key command page gives you a powerful tool for setting up your most-used keyboard shortcuts and macros. It’s the perfect Cubase companion! Please note that Cubase iC Pro is a remote control app and will not function without a connection to Cubase. Some of its functionality only works in combination with advanced Cubase versions. Important Note: The Steinberg SKI Remote must be installed before using Cubase iC Pro. It can be downloaded at http://www.steinberg.net/ski. For the complete list of new features, improvements, issues and solutions in Cubase iC Pro 1.3.0, please visit us at https://forums.steinberg.net/c/mobile-apps. If you like Cubase iC Pro, please support us by rating it on the App Store!
Chords Compass
Explore over 250,000 chords for piano, guitar, ukulele, and more. This app provides visual chord charts, authentic sounds, and features like left-handed mode and custom tunings for musicians of all levels.
- 250,000+ chords
- 7 instrument support
- Visual chord charts
- Authentic audio previews
- Left-handed mode
- Custom tunings
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Unlock your musical creativity. Explore chords like never before! Chords Compass is your all-in-one chord reference tool for Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Bass, Mandolin, Banjo, and Balalaika. Designed for musicians of all levels—from absolute beginners to advanced composers — this powerful app puts over 250,000 chords at your fingertips. What Users Say: + “This is great! This is what I've been looking for. Easy to navigate, easy to understand. Fantastic.” (by Ryan) + “Helpful app. Has all the basics and a few more chords. Easy to use and has fingerings for different instruments.” (by Mike Lund) + “Thanks. Helps with school lessons, especially intervals. “(by Vyl Dex) Why Musicians Love Chords Compass: + Access over 250,000 chords instantly in any key, chord type, or position across 7 instruments + Visual chord charts and authentic sounds let you hear and play each chord + Piano features chord inversion tools; string instruments include fretboard positioning, left-handed mode, and alternate tunings + Optimized for both learning and professional composition Key Features: + Supports: Piano, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, Balalaika + 56 chord types in all keys and positions + High-quality chord diagrams with audio previews + Full support for left-handed musicians + Custom tuning and fret location options + Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac Perfect For: + Songwriters + Music educators and students + Self-taught musicians + Beginners + Anyone wanting to explore harmony in depth One-time purchase! No ads! No subscriptions! Just music-making made simple! Buy Chords Compass Now! Whether you're composing your next track or starting to learn music, Chords Compass gives you the tools to expand your creativity!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Cubase iC Pro at free against Chords Compass's paid. Cubase iC Pro also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). Chords Compass's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 38%). On price, 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
Cubase iC Pro costs $9.99 and Chords Compass $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Cubase iC Pro | Chords Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | $9.99 |
| Rating | 3.9 (182 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.4% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 182 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH | Max Schlee |
Customer experience
Cubase iC Pro
Chords Compass
Bugs and requests
Cubase iC Pro
Reported bugs
7 issues- Odd behavior with Cubase 14?
- Crashes on iphone
- This was great but now crashes upon opening
- Funktioniert leider nicht
- Crashes on iphone
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- This was great but now crashes upon opening
- Funktioniert leider nicht
Requested features
3 requests- Keyboard and chord pad triggers
- Bars/beat display on the timeline ruler
- Sélection des pistes pour permettre de travailler en déporté
Chords Compass
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cubase iC Pro
No in-app purchases
Chords Compass
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Cubase iC Pro free?
Is Chords Compass free?
Do Cubase iC Pro or Chords Compass have ads?
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