Comparison

Setlist Helper vs Gig Setlist

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

Head to head
About

Setlist Helper

Organize songs, lyrics, and setlists for performances or practice. This app allows musicians to store all their lyrics digitally, sync data with a web companion, and import songs from spreadsheets or PDFs. It supports Bluetooth pedals, audio file attachments, and offers features like auto-scrolling lyrics and transposition.

Highlights
  • Organize songs and lyrics into setlists
  • Import songs from spreadsheets and PDFs
  • Sync data with web companion
  • Support for Bluetooth pedals
  • Attach mp3 files to songs
  • Auto-scroll lyrics with adjustable speed
  • Transpose songs
Features
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Setlist Helper provides musicians and performers an easy way to organize songs and lyrics into setlists for performance or practice. Replace your songbook by putting all your lyrics into Setlist Helper. Great for musicians, worship teams, professional speakers, and anyone who needs organized setlists. Looking for band collaboration? Check out Band Central — the next generation of Setlist Helper. Band Central adds real-time sync, multiple bands, per-member lyrics, and full collaboration. Search for "Band Central" on the App Store or visit http://www.bandcentral.com to get started. Setlist Helper syncs with http://www.setlisthelper.com where you can create a free account and manage your songs and setlists online. Import songs from a spreadsheet to get up and running quickly. Features: - ChordPro format support with transpose and auto-scroll - Import PDF, Word, and image files as lyrics - Attach and play audio files (mp3) with songs - Dropbox integration for file import - Search for lyrics online and import directly - Bluetooth pedal support (AirTurn and compatible devices) - Drag and drop to reorder setlist songs - Insert set breaks with countdown timers - Sync songs and setlists with http://www.setlisthelper.com for backup and offline use - Share setlists via email and more - Search and filter your song catalog - Statistics showing total items and total time - Copy setlists from previous gigs - Swipe through lyrics during performance - Pinch to zoom lyrics with saved view scale per song - Keep screen on during performance - Built-in metronome Questions or feedback? Email us at support@setlisthelper.com. The app is in continuous development with regular updates and new features.

About

Gig Setlist

Features
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Simple and straight to the point - keep your setlists and PDF sheet music organized and ready for use. - Import PDF sheet music straight into the app - Create Setlists for your performances and add your songs and details - Auto-scroll the PDF at the speed you choose - Record while playing using the front-facing camera https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Setlist Helper4 screens
Gig Setlist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Setlist Helper at 13.2 against Gig Setlist's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Setlist Helper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Gig Setlist sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setlist Helper ships an update weekly, Gig Setlist every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Setlist Helper versus Gig Setlist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetlist HelperGig Setlist
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSET LIST HELPER INC.Thrown Toys Software

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Setlist Helper

One-time1
  • Setlist Helper full version$14.99
2 purchases

Gig Setlist

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Features - Monthly (1 Month)$4.991 Month
  • Pro Features - Annual (12 Month)$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Setlist Helper free?
Setlist Helper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gig Setlist free?
Gig Setlist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Setlist Helper or Gig Setlist have ads?
Neither Setlist Helper nor Gig Setlist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setlist Helper or Gig Setlist?
Setlist Helper ships an update weekly, and Gig Setlist every 5 days. Most recently, Setlist Helper was updated on November 1, 2026 and Gig Setlist on October 25, 2026.

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