# Setlist Helper vs BANDSYNC

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BANDSYNC at 100% against Setlist Helper's 44%. BANDSYNC also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Setlist Helper's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Setlist Helper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BANDSYNC sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BANDSYNC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Setlist Helper's written reviews are positive against 100% of BANDSYNC's.

Setlist Helper ships an update weekly, BANDSYNC every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Setlist Helper | BANDSYNC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setlist-helper/id939098002/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandsync-band-organizer/id6557050547/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 43.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SET LIST HELPER INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/939098001) | [CHRISTOPHER CRUZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758265806) |

## What reviewers say

### Setlist Helper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setlist-helper/id939098002)

Organize songs and lyrics into setlists for performances or practice. This app allows you to store all your lyrics digitally, import various file types, and even attach audio files. It's designed for musicians, speakers, and anyone needing structured song lists.

**Highlights:** ChordPro format support with transpose, Import PDF, Word, and image files, Attach and play audio files, Bluetooth pedal support, Set breaks with countdown timers, Sync songs and setlists online, Built-in metronome

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Setlist Helper full version | $14.99 | one-time |


### BANDSYNC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bandsync-band-organizer/id6557050547)

This app helps music groups manage schedules, finances, merchandise, tasks, and communication in one place. It offers features like a shared calendar, group chat, finance tracking, inventory management, and task assignment to keep everyone organized.

**Highlights:** Shared calendar for shows and rehearsals, Private band chat and polls, Finance tracking for income and expenses, Merchandise inventory management, Task assignment and progress tracking, Shared notes for setlists and gear

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| BandSync Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| BandSync Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $5.99 | one-time |
| Yearly | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Setlist Helper free?

Setlist Helper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BANDSYNC free?

BANDSYNC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Setlist Helper or BANDSYNC?

BANDSYNC is rated higher. Setlist Helper averages 4.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while BANDSYNC averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Setlist Helper or BANDSYNC have ads?

Neither Setlist Helper nor BANDSYNC shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Setlist Helper or BANDSYNC?

Setlist Helper ships an update weekly, and BANDSYNC every 5 days. Most recently, Setlist Helper was updated on November 6, 2026 and BANDSYNC on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*