Autochords vs MTC Generator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Autochords
This app serves as a songwriting aid, offering chord progressions and musical inspiration. It allows users to explore different moods and instruments like guitar, piano, and ukulele to find the perfect sound for their songs. Advanced features are available through an in-app purchase.
- Chord progression generation by mood
- Guitar, piano, and ukulele chord diagrams
- Listen to progressions on chosen instruments
- Play along to full progressions
- Alternative progression suggestions
- Customizable progressions (PRO)
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Autochords is the ultimate songwriting cheat sheet and inspiration machine. Learn how to play chords on guitar, piano, and ukulele. Experiment with various music styles. Just pick a mood and Autochords will show you what to play for your main progression. Play along or just have a listen until you find the perfect chord progression for you. Autochords also suggests “Alternative progressions” that you can use for other sections of the song, like a bridge or backing for a solo. ## Features ## • Dozens of different built-in moods to choose from. • Guitar, Piano, and Ukulele chord diagrams. • Listen to how progressions sound on your chosen instrument. • Play along to full chord progressions. With the PRO in-app-purchase: • Unlock even more progressions. • Build and customize your own progressions. • Export to MIDI. • Keep track of your favorites. • Change the tempo. • Switch between color themes. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
MTC Generator
This application generates and sends MIDI Timecode (MTC) over a network to synchronize audio and lighting systems. It allows for precise control of playback, including starting, stopping, and resetting timecode, facilitating seamless rehearsals and live performances.
- Generates MIDI Timecode (MTC)
- Sends MTC via Network MIDI
- Controls playback (Start, Stop, Reset)
- Synchronizes audio and lighting systems
- Facilitates precise time jumps
- Compatible with QLab
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MTC – MIDI Timecode Generator sends MIDI Timecode (MTC) via Apple’s Network MIDI protocol. Your device must be on the same network as your Mac and simply connected in Audio MIDI Setup → MIDI Network Configuration. In QLab, for example, you can adjust the Timecode settings in your Main Cue List and trigger cue groups via incoming timecode. Important: The "Stop" button also sends a MIDI note. It should trigger “Pause All” in your controls, providing an additional safeguard for the pause mode of the timecode. With Start, Stop, and Reset, you can control playback or perform precise time jumps, which is essential during rehearsals. During a rehearsal, you can jump to any position in music or lighting scenes while all connected systems remain perfectly synchronized via timecode.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Autochords at Free against MTC Generator's $0.99. Autochords also leads on ratings volume (4.1K vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). MTC Generator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Autochords is free to download; MTC Generator costs $0.99 up front. Autochords sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. MTC Generator asks for nothing beyond the download.
MTC Generator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Autochords has 4.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Autochords's written reviews are positive against 100% of MTC Generator's.
Autochords ships an update every 2 months, MTC Generator every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Autochords | MTC Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.1K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 83.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Astrocode Pty Ltd | Danyel Kern |
Customer experience
Autochords
MTC Generator
Bugs and requests
Autochords
Reported bugs
2 issues- App freezes up when opened
- Chord progressions don't sound as intended for some moods
Requested features
6 requests- Add augmented chords and more chord variations
- Allow creating progressions with more than 4 chords
- Incorporate different time signatures beyond 4/4
- Add chord inversions and more chord types (7ths, 9ths, etc.)
- Expand chord library beyond just diatonic chords
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- Incorporate arpeggio playback and background drums
MTC Generator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Autochords
- PRO Weekly$0.997 Days
- PRO Monthly$2.991 Month
- PRO Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- PRO Lifetime$29.99
MTC Generator
No in-app purchases
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