GigScript vs The Chord Book
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GigScript
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GigScript is a teleprompter for musicians. Stop struggling with paper setlists and music stands — GigScript automatically scrolls your lyrics and chords at your own pace. CORE FEATURES - Auto-scroll with adjustable speed - ChordPro support — chords displayed in amber above lyrics - Fit to screen mode for short songs - Screen stays on throughout your performance SETLISTS - Build setlists for your gigs - Performance mode with swipe navigation - Key reminders and personal notes per song BAND SYNC (Pro) - Share songs and setlists with your whole band - Works via Dropbox - Conflict resolution when two people edit the same song MORE - Import .chordpro, .cho, .crd, .txt and .pdf files - Transpose chords on the fly (Pro) - PDF sheet music import (Pro) - Works offline GigScript Pro includes: transposition, PDF import, unlimited setlists, band sync and song copy. Choose a one-time lifetime purchase or a monthly subscription. Privacy Policy: https://gigscript.pekkahuuskonen.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
The Chord Book
Access a vast library of guitar chords, tabs, and lyrics for hundreds of thousands of songs. Features interactive chord diagrams, a built-in tuner, and auto-scrolling for hands-free playing. Offers lessons for beginners and saves your favorites.
- 670,000+ song library
- Interactive chord diagrams
- Key transposition
- Auto-scroll playback
- Built-in guitar tuner
- Beginner lessons
- Offline favorites
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Free Chords is the fastest way to find guitar chords, tabs, and lyrics for over 670,000 songs — completely free, no account required. WHAT YOU CAN DO IN THE APP • Search 670,000+ songs by title or artist • Interactive chord diagrams — tap any chord to see fingerings • Transpose to any key with one tap • Auto-scroll so you can play hands-free • Built-in guitar tuner — real-time pitch detection using the microphone, processed entirely on your device • Learn Hub with bite-size lessons for beginners • Favorites saved on your device • Share songs with the iOS share sheet • Haptic feedback and a dark theme optimized for stage and practice Whether you are learning your first song or gigging tonight, Free Chords gives you accurate chord sheets without paywalls or clutter. There is no account, no subscription, and no in-app purchase. Microphone audio is used only by the tuner and never recorded or uploaded. PRIVACY We do not sell your data. See https://www.free-chords.com/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Chord Book at none against GigScript's 2. The Chord Book also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. GigScript sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. The Chord Book asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | GigScript | The Chord Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jari-Pekka Huuskonen | MIDWEST VENTURE GROUP LLC |
In-app purchases
GigScript
- GigScrip Pro Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$0.991 Month
- GigScript Pro$9.99
The Chord Book
No in-app purchases
