Comparison

ScoreView vs TabStudio

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

Head to head
About

ScoreView

Features
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ScoreView is a mobile music notation tool designed specifically for guitarists and musicians. Not only can you view and practice sheet music, but now you can also directly edit scores right on your phone—from adjusting individual notes to resizing measures or changing time signatures—perfecting your score anytime, anywhere. [Full Format Compatibility] Supports importing .gp / .gp3 / .gp4 / .gp5 / .gpx / .gpif and .musicxml formats. Whether it's full orchestral scores or solo guitar parts, everything is accurately parsed and faithfully reproduced. [Sheet Music Editing (New Feature)] • Tap any note to select and edit: change frets, switch strings, adjust duration. • Insert or delete measures at specific positions; add or remove beats. • Quickly add notes and rests, or remove unwanted ones. • Edit common playing effects such as ghost notes, muted notes, hammer-ons, pull-offs, etc. • After editing, the player automatically synchronizes with the cursor remaining in place—no jumping—enabling smooth, uninterrupted workflow. [System-Level File Integration] Simply tap a score file within iOS’s “Files” app or WeChat chat history to launch ScoreView instantly, which automatically parses and plays the file—no cumbersome import steps required. [Professional-Grade Rendering & Playback] • Display staff notation and tablature (Tab) together or switch between them independently. • Built-in high-quality synthesizer supports free track switching, independent muting/soloing, and volume control. • Adjust playback speed freely to master difficult passages. • AB loop playback for selected sections, allowing repeated refinement of details. • Metronome and countdown timer help maintain steady timing during practice. [Vast Local Song Library] With its large-capacity local storage architecture, you can save hundreds or even thousands of high-resolution guitar tabs for offline access anytime. Supports folder-based organization and batch operations. [Immersive Experience] • Native support for seamless landscape/portrait mode switching—full-screen viewing in landscape mode. • Automatic dark/light mode adaptation. • Clean, intuitive interface with no unnecessary distractions. [Additional Practical Tools] • Built-in guitar tuner for instant pitch calibration. • High-definition printing and PDF export, supporting landscape A4 and 2x/3x high-resolution output. Whether you're a beginner just starting out or an experienced band veteran, ScoreView is your most reliable digital sheet music companion—right in your pocket. Terms of Use(EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TabStudio

Create, edit, and listen to guitar and bass tablature on your mobile device. Quickly compose musical ideas with intuitive tools, add articulations, and export your work as professional PDFs. Ideal for musicians and teachers on the go.

Highlights
  • Intuitive tablature editing
  • Full rhythm control
  • Guitar articulations and chord notations
  • Real-time audio playback
  • Multi-instrument and custom tuning support
  • PDF export and sharing
Features
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Ever come up with an amazing guitar riff or solo line during practice, only to forget it because you didn't have staff paper or a laptop nearby? Looking for a fast, intuitive way to write and listen to guitar tabs on the go without wrestling with heavy desktop software? TabStudio is a streamlined, powerful guitar and bass tablature creator designed for guitarists, bassists, songwriters, and music teachers. Turn your musical ideas into clean, playable tabs in seconds, listen to instant audio playback, and export professional sheet music right from your iPhone or iPad! [ Effortless & Fast Tablature Editing ] - Intuitive fretboard and number input interface designed specifically for touchscreens—no steep learning curve required. - Full rhythm control including whole notes down to 32nd notes, dotted notes, triplets, and rests. - Speed up your songwriting workflow with easy measure management, copy/paste, and instant undo/redo. [ Rich Guitar Articulations & Chord Notations ] - Express every nuance of your playing with essential guitar techniques: Hammer-ons, Pull-offs, Slides, Bends, Vibrato, Palm Muting, Harmonics, and more. - Add chord names, fret diagrams, and performance notes above your measures to build complete lead sheets. [ Real-Time Audio Playback & Practice Tools ] - Hear your composition immediately! Play back your tabs to check melodies, harmonies, and rhythm accuracy on the spot. - Fine-tune your tempo (BPM), turn on the built-in metronome, and loop challenging sections to practice at your own pace. [ Multi-Instrument & Custom Tuning Support ] - Create tabs for 6-string Acoustic/Electric Guitar, 4-string/5-string Bass, Ukulele, and more. - Easily switch between Standard tuning, Drop D, Half-Step Down, Open tunings, or customize each string to match your setup. [ Crisp PDF Export & Instant Sharing ] - Export your finished tabs as clean, print-ready PDF documents with a single tap. - Share your sheet music effortlessly with bandmates, students, or friends via AirDrop, Email, or messaging apps. [ 100% Privacy & Zero Distractions ] - No sign-ups, no accounts, and zero ads to interrupt your creative flow. - All your scores and musical ideas stay safely stored on your device. Download TabStudio today and never let a great guitar riff slip away again!

Screenshots

ScoreView4 screens
TabStudio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TabStudio at none against ScoreView's 2. ScoreView's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.5). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. ScoreView sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. TabStudio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScoreView ships an update every 8 days, TabStudio every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
ScoreView versus TabStudio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScoreViewTabStudio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB149 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晓飞 沈JOOYOUNG MAENG

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScoreView

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Pro$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$3.99
None

TabStudio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScoreView free?
ScoreView is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TabStudio free?
TabStudio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScoreView or TabStudio have ads?
Neither ScoreView nor TabStudio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScoreView or TabStudio?
ScoreView ships an update every 8 days, and TabStudio every 9 days. Most recently, ScoreView was updated on November 5, 2026 and TabStudio on November 7, 2026.

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