Comparison

CoilSense vs Guitar Chord Editor

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Guitar Chord Editor

Features
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ChordGrid is a chord diagram and sheet builder for guitar and bass. Create chord shapes, reuse them from your Chord Library, arrange them into clear sheets, and share your work from a native iPhone and iPad app. CREATE PRECISE CHORD DIAGRAMS • Choose guitar or bass • Place fretted notes and mark open or muted strings • Set the starting fret and capo position • Customize the tuning used across your sheet • Name chords and edit them whenever needed • Undo and redo changes as you work KEEP YOUR CHORDS CLOSE • Start with built-in presets for common six-string guitar chords • Save personal chords to reuse across projects • Search by name and find favorites or recently used chords • Filter chords to match your instrument, string count, tuning, and capo • Load a chord for editing or quickly add it to your sheet BUILD ORGANIZED CHORD SHEETS • Arrange multiple diagrams on a sheet • Reorder chords with drag and drop or menu actions • Reopen any chord for editing • Preview your sheet before exporting • Save projects automatically and manage them in one place • Choose light or dark sheet appearance styles SHARE EDITABLE PROJECTS • Export complete projects as .chordgrid files • Import projects through Files or open them from other apps • Share projects with other ChordGrid users so they can continue editing • Keep both copies or replace an existing project with a recovery copy retained • Export sheets as PNG images, or as PDF with Pro FREE FEATURES The free version includes six-string guitar and four-string bass diagrams, the Chord Library, editable project import and export, Grid sheet layouts, and PNG export with a “Made with ChordGrid” watermark. CHORDGRID PRO An optional one-time purchase permanently unlocks: • 7- and 8-string guitar diagrams • 5- and 6-string bass diagrams • Row and Column sheet layouts in addition to Grid • Custom sheet colors, typography, and transparency • Custom watermark text or watermark removal • Numbered fingering on chord diagrams • PDF export PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account is required. ChordGrid does not use analytics or tracking. Your projects, personal chords, and preferences are stored on your device. You choose what to export and share. ChordGrid is available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Simplified Chinese.

Screenshots

CoilSense3 screens
Guitar Chord Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Guitar Chord Editor at Free against CoilSense's $9.99. CoilSense's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.2 vs 26.0). On ads 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

Guitar Chord Editor is free to download; CoilSense costs $9.99 up front. Guitar Chord Editor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CoilSense asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
CoilSense versus Guitar Chord Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCoilSenseGuitar Chord Editor
Price$9.99Free — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinity Guitar WorksDZMITRY KURSKI

In-app purchases

None

CoilSense

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Guitar Chord Editor

One-time1
  • ChordGrid Pro Lifetime$5.99

Questions

Is CoilSense free?
CoilSense costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Guitar Chord Editor free?
Guitar Chord Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CoilSense or Guitar Chord Editor have ads?
Neither CoilSense nor Guitar Chord Editor shows ads.

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