Comparison

Setlistory vs Backline

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

Head to head
About

Setlistory

Features
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Setlistory makes gigging easy! An application designed with the gigging musician in mind. It lets you create, edit, manage and export setlists for your past and upcoming gigs. Once you create your account and log in, you input all your songs with their information (title, type, length, key, authors, bpm, lyrics,...) and then you can start creating your setlists. Each setlist is defined by the venue, city, date (and optional comment). The venue field is an ever growing database of giggable venues. Songs are then added to the setlist and ordered via a simple drag and drop interface. There is a comment section for each song available; they are sound engineer comments, lighting comments and roadie comments. Features: • PDF export - the setlist can be exported to a ready-to-print format (you can optionally show BPM and key) • Excel export - export the essential data to a xlsx format • Export to forms - some countries have mandatory forms which need to be filled out (like SAZAS forms in Slovenia) - Setlistory fills them out automatically • PDF export of sound, lighting and roadie comments which you can hand out to the staff members at your gig • QR code - used in conjunction with the Setlistory Crew application • Lyrics - redirects to Setlistory Lyrics web application The mobile application is also available as a web application on: https://app.setlistory.com We would love to get your feedback! Happy gigging! info@setlistory.com https://www.setlistory.com https://www.facebook.com/setlistory --- Privacy Policy: https://setlistory.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Backline

Features
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Backline is the setlist manager built for working musicians. Create, organize, and manage your setlists with all the details you need for a flawless performance. POWERFUL SETLIST MANAGEMENT • Create unlimited setlists for different gigs, venues, or occasions • Drag and drop to reorder songs instantly • Duplicate setlists to create variations quickly • Long-press to rename setlists on the fly COMPREHENSIVE SONG DETAILS • Track key, tempo (BPM), and duration for every song • Add notes for cues, transitions, or reminders • See total setlist duration at a glance • Never forget an arrangement detail again SHARE AND EXPORT • Export setlists as professional PDF documents • Share with your bandmates instantly • Import and export your complete library • Keep your data backed up and portable BUILT FOR PERFORMERS • Clean, distraction-free interface • Works offline - no internet required • Fast and responsive, even with large libraries • Available in English and Spanish YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL • All data stored locally on your device • No account required • No subscriptions, no ads • Reset data anytime from Settings Whether you're a gigging musician, worship leader, cover band, or solo artist, Backline helps you stay organized so you can focus on what matters - the music. Download Backline and take control of your setlists today.

Screenshots

Setlistory4 screens
Backline2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Setlistory at Free against Backline's $1.99. Setlistory also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 months). Backline's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Setlistory is free to download; Backline costs $1.99 up front. Setlistory sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Backline asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setlistory ships an update every 5 days, Backline every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
Setlistory versus Backline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetlistoryBackline
PriceFree — better$1.99
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAles SvetinaBitscribbler, LLC

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Setlistory

Subscriptions4
  • Setlistory Lyrics One month$3.991 Month
  • One month$3.991 Month
  • Setlistory Lyrics One year$44.991 Year
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  • One year$44.991 Year
None

Backline

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Setlistory free?
Setlistory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Backline free?
Backline costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Setlistory or Backline have ads?
Neither Setlistory nor Backline shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setlistory or Backline?
Setlistory ships an update every 5 days, and Backline every 9 months. Most recently, Setlistory was updated on September 30, 2026 and Backline on September 24, 2026.

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