Comparison

Autochords vs Spindl

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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)
Features
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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/

About

Spindl

Features
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Spindl is the fast, beautiful way to catalog and value your record collection. Scan a barcode, snap a cover, or search — Spindl pulls the artist, year, label, country, genre, tracklist, and artwork automatically from Discogs, so your shelves are organized in seconds. FEATURES Barcode scanning — point your camera and add a record instantly AI cover recognition — snap the sleeve and we identify the release Discogs-powered details — tracklist, label, year, genre, country, artwork Collection value — track what you paid vs. current market value, portfolio-style Powerful search and filters — by artist, genre, year, format, condition, label Wishlist — keep track of the records you're hunting Condition and storage — media/sleeve grades, purchase price, location, notes A dark, collector-first design FREE Up to 50 albums Barcode scanning Collection and wishlist Discogs import 5 AI cover scans to start SPINDL PRO Up to 5,000 albums (have more? Get in touch and we'll make room) 300 AI cover scans per year (or 50/month on the monthly plan) Live collection values Cloud backup Pick monthly or yearly. Need more scans? Grab a 100-scan pack anytime. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period; manage or cancel in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use: https://spindlmusic.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://spindlmusic.com/privacy

Screenshots

Autochords4 screens
Spindl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Spindl at every 3 days against Autochords's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Autochords sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Spindl sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Autochords ships an update every 2 months, Spindl every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Autochords versus Spindl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutochordsSpindl
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB49 MB
Age rating+412+
DeveloperAstrocode Pty LtdGerman Coppola

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

Spindl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Autochords

Subscriptions3
  • PRO Weekly$0.997 Days
  • PRO Monthly$2.991 Month
  • PRO Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO Lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

Spindl

Subscriptions2
  • Spindl Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Spindl Pro (Yearly)$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • 100 AI Scans$2.99

Questions

Is Autochords free?
Autochords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spindl free?
Spindl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Autochords or Spindl have ads?
Neither Autochords nor Spindl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Autochords or Spindl?
Autochords ships an update every 2 months, and Spindl every 3 days. Most recently, Autochords was updated on November 11, 2026 and Spindl on November 10, 2026.

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