Guitar Tuner vs HX Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Guitar Tuner
A straightforward tuning application designed for musicians of all levels. It offers both preset and chromatic tuning options with a clear, intuitive display for easy operation. Get ready to play with confidence with accurate, satisfying tuning.
- Preset tuner with preset notes
- Chromatic tuner for any tuning
- Easy-to-read color and shape display
- Intuitive instrument imagery
- Clear response for in-tune indication
- Ready to use immediately upon download
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Quick. Easy to read. Locked-in tuning. A simple tuner app that you can use anytime, anywhere. The app features a preset tuner with preset notes for quick and easy tuning, and a chromatic tuner that can handle any tuning. It can be used with confidence by both beginning and intermediate-level players. Ready to use right away Once downloaded, you can start tuning right away. This is the perfect app for those who need to start tuning immediately. Easy-to-read screen for intuitive operation The color and shape of the display make it easy to see the position of the sound at a glance. In addition, an image of the instrument gives you an intuitive feel for where to use the tuner. This tuner app has an easy-to-read screen design that anyone can use without difficulty. Tuning with satisfaction A clear response is displayed when the sound is in tune. This lets you experience the satisfying feeling of being perfectly in tune and helps you play with confidence.
HX Notes
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HX Notes is a fast, purpose-built note app for guitar players using multi-effects processors like the Line 6 Helix/Helix Stadium Capture preset tweaks, snapshot changes, and tone adjustments in a way that actually makes sense during rehearsal or on stage. Instead of digging through menus or trying to remember what you changed, HX Notes lets you log quick, structured notes tied to specific songs, sections, and sounds—so you can edit your tones later and stay focused on playing. Key Features * Song-based organization Keep all your tone notes tied to specific songs. * Section-level tracking Log changes for Intro, Verse, Chorus, Solo, Outro, and more. * Quick tweak capture Track adjustments like: * Gain / Drive * Delay (Mix, Time, Feedback) * Reverb (Mix, Decay) * EQ (Frequency, Q, Gain) * Modulation and effects * Snapshot-aware notes Document exactly what changes between snapshots. * Clean, rehearsal-friendly UI Designed for fast scanning—not clutter. HX Notes is built for players who want tighter control over their sound without slowing down their workflow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Guitar Tuner at Free against HX Notes's $8.99. Guitar Tuner also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.4). 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
Guitar Tuner is free to download; HX Notes costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Guitar Tuner | HX Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $8.99 |
| Rating | 4.8 (55 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 55 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yamaha Corporation | Chad Jacoby |
In-app purchases
Guitar Tuner
No in-app purchases
HX Notes
No in-app purchases
