FretBuilder vs GuitarChordToneMaster
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FretBuilder
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Grow as a musician by visualizing notes on your instrument's fretboard. With this app, you can view some (or all) of your instrument's fretboard, tap to hear pitches at any string/fret, and use overlays to help you quickly identify pitches. The app supports multiple fretted string instruments, including guitar, bass guitar, and ukulele. It also features some of the most common preset tunings. Some advanced features of the app are enabled with a subscription, including custom fretboard designs (via photo library selection), custom instrument tunings, and a special overlay mode that lets you tap any position on the fretboard to see the individual pitch! More features are planned, so keep your eyes peeled and your instruments tuned! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
GuitarChordToneMaster
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Title: Master Guitar Chord Tones Through Fun Gameplay! Description: Boost your improvisation skills by mastering chord tones with this fun and practical training app! Practice identifying chord tones as chords changeβjust like in real jazz music. This app helps you internalize chord tones on the fretboard through real jazz standard progressions. Perfect for beginners learning theory or advanced players looking to sharpen their ear and fingerboard skills. Key Features: - Practice chord tones using real jazz progressions - Fun, game-style challenges keep you engaged - Suitable for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced - Short and focused sessionsβtrain anytime, anywhere - New songs will be added regularly Turn practice into play and make chord tones second nature!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GuitarChordToneMaster at none against FretBuilder's 2. GuitarChordToneMaster also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 15 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FretBuilder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. GuitarChordToneMaster asks for nothing beyond the download.
FretBuilder ships an update every 15 months, GuitarChordToneMaster every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FretBuilder | GuitarChordToneMaster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 18.2 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brandon Fraune | Hidenori Ishiii |
In-app purchases
FretBuilder
- Monthly premium$1.991 Month
- Yearly premium$19.991 Year
GuitarChordToneMaster
No in-app purchases
Questions
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