# Sequincer vs ChordBaker

The clearest difference is update cadence: ChordBaker at every 2 days against Sequincer's fortnightly. ChordBaker also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). Sequincer's advantage is ratings volume (16 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sequincer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ChordBaker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ChordBaker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sequincer has 16 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sequincer ships an update fortnightly, ChordBaker every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sequincer | ChordBaker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequincer-midi-sequencer/id6738126393/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordbaker/id6748584837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **16** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexis Doualle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1779498185) | [Tomas Ferrari](https://appshunter.io/developer/1593882613) |

## What reviewers say

### Sequincer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequincer-midi-sequencer/id6738126393)

Compose music on the go with this grid-based MIDI sequencer. Easily add notes, adjust durations, and build complex arrangements with multiple tracks and instruments. Supports MIDI and MusicXML import, and works as a standalone app or AUv3 plugin.

**Highlights:** Grid-based note input, Adjustable note duration and velocity, Multi-track composition, AUv3 MIDI plugin support, MIDI and MusicXML import, Diatonic and chromatic input modes, Apple Pencil compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro | $12.99 | per year |
| Loops Promo | Free | one-time |
| Loops | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Producer to Composer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Loops to Producer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Loops to Composer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Producer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Composer | $29.99 | one-time |


### ChordBaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chordbaker/id6748584837)

Create accurate, harmony-focused chord charts quickly for songwriting, teaching, or learning music. Features advanced notation, key analysis, and instant transposition. Export to PDF or share editable files.

**Highlights:** Build chord charts quickly, Harmony-first workflow, Advanced chord notation, View chord tones and degrees, Instant transposition, Export to PDF, Share editable files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ProMonthly | $0.99 | per month |
| ProYearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Johann Sebastian | $19.99 | per month |
| Johann Sebastian | $199.99 | per year |
| ProLifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sequincer free?

Sequincer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ChordBaker free?

ChordBaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sequincer or ChordBaker?

ChordBaker is rated higher. Sequincer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while ChordBaker averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Sequincer or ChordBaker have ads?

Neither Sequincer nor ChordBaker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sequincer or ChordBaker?

Sequincer ships an update fortnightly, and ChordBaker every 2 days. Most recently, Sequincer was updated on September 10, 2026 and ChordBaker on September 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*