Comparison

JamBoard vs Viola Chords

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

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About

JamBoard

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JamBoard is the all-in-one tool for your music band. Build setlists, manage chords, plan rehearsals, and organize your band — all from your iPhone and iPad. Rock, jazz, blues, country, folk, pop, indie, gospel, R&B, or worship music — JamBoard is your companion on stage, in rehearsals, and at jam sessions. BUILD YOUR SETLISTS IN MINUTES - Create setlists for gigs, weddings, events, and rehearsals - Reorder songs with simple drag-and-drop - Add key, tempo, time signature, and notes to each song - Export your setlist as a PDF to share or print (Premium) CHORDS, SHEET MUSIC, AND AUDIO - Enter chords by section (verse, chorus, bridge…), aligned with the lyrics - Import chords from a photo — text recognition runs on your device - Attach sheet music to your songs as photos or PDFs - Record a take or add an audio file to each song - Transpose all chords in one tap to fit any singer or capo position (Premium) ORGANIZE YOUR BAND - Invite musicians by link, code, or QR code (invites are valid for 5 days) - Choose what each member can do: edit songs, manage the calendar, invite… or read-only - Get notified of new songs, chord changes, and new dates - Share photos and videos with your band (Premium) A FREE SHARED BAND CALENDAR - Rehearsals, gigs, and other dates in one shared calendar - Several possible dates? Let the band vote - A reminder before each date - Gig fees in 17+ currencies - Export to Apple Calendar or Google Calendar REAL-WORLD USE CASES - Wedding gig on Saturday? Build your setlist Tuesday, share it, everyone preps at home. - Can't agree on the next rehearsal? Suggest three dates and let the band vote. - New musician joining? Send the QR code — they get access to everything you share. WHY JAMBOARD? - Zero ads — free or Premium - Your setlists stay private between invited members - No chat, no public feed — focused on music, zero distraction - In English, French, Spanish, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and Traditional Chinese - Crafted in French Guiana by Primo-Studio FREE TO START - 1 band created + 1 band joined - Up to 10 songs per band - Full band calendar: dates, votes, reminders, gig fees - Chords, chord import from photos, sheet music, and audio GO PREMIUM - Unlimited bands and songs - Shared photos and videos with your band - Export setlists as PDF - Chord transposition - 7-day free trial, then a monthly or yearly subscription that renews automatically; cancel anytime - Referrals: when a newly registered musician joins your band, you each get 1 month of Premium (up to 3 times, limited-time offer) PERFECT FOR - Amateur and semi-pro bands, bar, wedding, and event musicians - Cover bands and tribute bands - Choir leaders, vocal groups, worship leaders, and church musicians - Music schools, conservatories, and teachers with their students: open "Schools & institutions" in the app or write to contact@primo-studio.fr FREQUENTLY ASKED - Do I need an account? Yes (email, Apple, or Google) — it's what lets you share with your band. - Does it work offline? Some data you've already opened stays available offline, and syncing resumes when you're back online. - How many members per band? No limit, free or Premium. - Is my data private? Yes, only invited members see your band's content. You can delete your account from the app. - Can I restore my subscription on a new iPhone? Yes, with your Apple Account and "Restore my purchases". - How do I cancel? iOS Settings → your Apple Account → Subscriptions. Download JamBoard and stop juggling notes, messages, and crumpled paper — your band deserves better. Got a question? Reach out: hello@primo-studio.fr Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.primo-studio.fr/en/app/jamboard/privacy

About

Viola Chords

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Cifras de Viola is a practical reference for Brazilian viola caipira players. Browse chords and tunings, organize your own songs, and keep your repertoire available even without an internet connection. FEATURES • Chord library with clear diagrams • Traditional viola caipira tunings • Personal songbook to create, edit, search, and read songs • Transposition and font-size controls while reading • Light and dark themes • Interface in Portuguese, English, and Spanish • Core content available offline with no account required ADS AND BENEFITS The app may show banners and ads at natural breaks. Rewarded ads are always optional and unlock temporary benefits only after the video completion is confirmed. Declining a rewarded ad never deletes your songs or blocks the core features. PRIVACY Your songs stay on your device. The app does not require an account and does not upload your personal songbook to its own server. Ad privacy options are available in Settings whenever required in your region.

Screenshots

JamBoard4 screens
Viola Chords4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Viola Chords at none against JamBoard's 2. Viola Chords also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). JamBoard's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. JamBoard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Viola Chords asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
JamBoard versus Viola Chords: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJamBoardViola Chords
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPrimo-Studio.frJONATAN WILLIAN MASSOQUETO

In-app purchases

2 purchases

JamBoard

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$11.991 Year
None

Viola Chords

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JamBoard free?
JamBoard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Viola Chords free?
Viola Chords is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JamBoard or Viola Chords have ads?
Viola Chords shows ads; JamBoard does not.

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