CoilSense vs ToneCommand
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CoilSense
This app provides a comprehensive reference for guitar pickup wiring, featuring a vast database of manufacturers and detailed specifications. It offers advanced wiring logic, including side-by-side comparison of different components and configurations, designed for guitar technicians and DIY builders.
- Extensive database of 80+ manufacturers
- Detailed wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction
- Support for various pickup types
- Pro-grade wiring logic with component adaptation
- Side-by-side comparison mode
- Real-time translation and linked settings
- iPad optimized interface
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The Ultimate Reference for Guitar Technicians and DIY Builders. Whether you’re upgrading a boutique humbucker or repairing a vintage classic, CoilSense eliminates the frustration of "mystery wires." Built by a professional guitar technician with over 15 years of experience, this is the most comprehensive pickup wiring resource on the App Store. BROWSE A MASSIVE DATABASE Stop searching forums for blurry diagrams. Access a curated, searchable library of 80+ manufacturers, from global giants to boutique builders. Detailed Specs: View wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction for every pickup. Multi-Format Support: Covers 4-core humbuckers, single-coil shielded wires, and multi-voice active systems. Live Updates: New manufacturers are added via Firestore—no app update required. PRO-GRADE WIRING LOGIC Most diagrams assume one type of component. CoilSense adapts to your actual hardware. Alpha vs. CTS: Instantly switch between the two most common pot types. They are wired differently—CoilSense shows you exactly how. Advanced Switching: Visualize complex layouts for Coil-Splitting (Inner/Outer coil), Phase Switching, and Series/Parallel configurations. Side-By-Side Compare Mode (Pro) The industry’s first "Visual Translator" for guitar pickups. Upgrading from one brand to another? Moving a build from a budget guitar to a premium one? Compare Mode allows you to put two different manufacturers or component types side-by-side to see exactly how the wiring changes. Real-Time Translation: Compare a Seymour Duncan to a Bare Knuckle instantly. No more cross-referencing static charts or manual note-taking. The "Link" Feature: Keep your settings in sync. Change the wiring to "Series/Parallel" on one side, and the other side updates automatically to show you the equivalent layout for the second manufacturer. The "Override" Logic: Turn off the Link to compare hardware variations. Want to see how an Alpha Pot layout differs from a CTS Pot layout for the exact same pickup? Simply override the link and toggle the hardware on one side. iPad Optimized: On the iPad, Compare Mode utilizes the full screen width to give you a massive, clear view of both schematics—perfect for having your device on the workbench while you solder. DESIGNED FOR THE WORKBENCH iPad Optimized: A unified notes field and side-by-side Compare Mode take full advantage of the larger screen. No Subscription Fatigue: Get lifetime access to the full suite of features with a one-time Pro purchase. CoilSense: Accuracy you can trust, right at your soldering station.
ToneCommand
This app allows musicians to remotely control and edit settings on compatible hardware devices. It offers features for managing presets, adjusting effects, and accessing device configurations, streamlining live performance and rehearsal workflows.
- Connect to compatible LIVTRA devices
- Edit presets and effect parameters
- Manage amp and IR slots
- Import and export preset bundles
- Edit device settings
- Built-in drum machine and audio tools
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ToneCommand connects to compatible devices so you can edit presets, adjust effect parameters, manage amp and IR slots, and control device settings from your iPhone. For NanoCore and Mosaic, the app provides a focused mobile editor for live tone changes, preset browsing, preset import/export, and on-device settings. It is designed for musicians who need quick access to sounds during setup, rehearsal, and performance. Key features: - Discover compatible hardware - Load and edit presets - Adjust effect blocks and parameters - Manage preset names, volume, amp slots, and IR slots where supported - Import and export preset bundles - Edit device settings from a mobile session - Built-in drum machine and audio tools for supported products Hardware compatibility and available features depend on the connected ToneCommand device and firmware version.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ToneCommand at Free against CoilSense's $9.99. ToneCommand also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). 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
ToneCommand is free to download; CoilSense costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CoilSense | ToneCommand |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 387 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Infinity Guitar Works | Zhuhai Livtra Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
CoilSense
No in-app purchases
ToneCommand
No in-app purchases









