Comparison

Harmonic Tuner vs LoopMemo

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

Head to head
About

Harmonic Tuner

This app offers precision tuning for string instruments with a live readout and detailed harmonic analysis. It helps musicians check intonation, refine notes for recording, and study overtones and sustain with a focused workflow.

Highlights
  • Chromatic tuning with cents and frequency
  • Instrument presets
  • Live tuning display
  • Harmonic Analysis view
  • Harmonic strength bars
  • Waveform snapshots
  • Save and compare harmonic captures
Features
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Harmonic Tuner is a precision tuner for string players who want more than just a needle. Tune with a fast live readout, then dig into harmonic snapshots to see how your tone changes after the pluck. Whether you are checking intonation, cleaning up a note before recording, or studying overtones and sustain, Harmonic Tuner gives you a focused workflow without unnecessary clutter. Features: • Chromatic tuning with clear cents and frequency readouts • Instrument presets for guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, and slack-key guitar • Smooth live tuning display designed for quick visual adjustment • Harmonic Analysis view with timed snapshots after the initial note lock • Harmonic bars that show the strength of the base pitch and upper overtones • Waveform snapshots for comparing the shape of the sound over time • Save, name, reload, and compare harmonic captures • Adjustable reference pitch (A4) • Advanced controls for noise gate, filtering, smoothing, and tracking stability • Input device selection for supported audio hardware Use the main tuner when you want fast, focused tuning. Use Harmonic Analysis when you want to understand what your note is doing after the attack. Harmonic Tuner is built for players who care about pitch, response, and tone.

About

LoopMemo

Features
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LoopMemo is a loop recorder anyone can pick up and play. Recording starts the moment you press ●, and pressing it again starts looping right away. Your first take sets the loop length — no BPM, no bars, no setup. Just capture the idea while it's fresh and start layering. PERFECT FOR • Jotting down melodies and riffs before you forget them • Practicing beatbox, a cappella, and vocal harmonies • Layering guitar or keyboard phrases in a one-person jam • Sketching rhythm patterns and sound ideas FEATURES • Loop recording with up to 4 tracks • Instant record & instant loop (Free mode) • Overdub with Layer or Replace, plus Undo • Per-track volume, pan, mute, and solo • Per-track timing adjust (10 ms / 50 ms steps, adjustable while playing) • Bar-sync mode for recording exactly on the grid, with metronome (BPM 40–240, master length of 4/8/16/32 bars, count-in, 3 click sounds) • Save and load projects • Export one loop cycle as an audio file and share it • Import your own audio and layer on top of it (Pro) • Stem export for finishing your track in a DAW (Pro) THREE SIMPLE STEPS 1. Press ● and record — voice, instruments, or hand claps 2. Press ● again and the loop starts playing instantly 3. Press ● on another track to layer while you listen FREE & PRO All core features — recording, looping, overdubbing — are free. LoopMemo Pro (one-time purchase) unlocks: • No ads (banner & full-screen) • Unlimited saved projects (free version: up to 3) • WAV (16-bit) export (free version: M4A) • Stem export (one WAV per track) • Importing your own audio files A sample-accurate audio engine keeps loop seams click-free and tracks tightly in sync. Headphones are recommended to keep the loop from bleeding into the microphone. Press ● and make your first loop.

Screenshots

Harmonic Tuner4 screens
LoopMemo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Harmonic Tuner at none against LoopMemo's 1. Harmonic Tuner also leads on ads (none vs shown). LoopMemo's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LoopMemo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Harmonic Tuner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Harmonic Tuner ships an update every 2 weeks, LoopMemo every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Harmonic Tuner versus LoopMemo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHarmonic TunerLoopMemo
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRetroHiroshi Yamazaki

In-app purchases

None

Harmonic Tuner

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LoopMemo

One-time1
  • LoopMemo Pro$2.99

Questions

Is Harmonic Tuner free?
Harmonic Tuner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LoopMemo free?
LoopMemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Harmonic Tuner or LoopMemo have ads?
LoopMemo shows ads; Harmonic Tuner does not.
Which is updated more often, Harmonic Tuner or LoopMemo?
Harmonic Tuner ships an update every 2 weeks, and LoopMemo every 3 weeks. Most recently, Harmonic Tuner was updated on September 24, 2026 and LoopMemo on September 28, 2026.

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