Best Chord Detector Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated October 2026

If you already know ChordDetectorInator, this is the deeper bench. 247+ chord detector apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of October 2026.

Compare top Chord Detector Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1ChordDetectorInatorChordDetectorInatorFree3.7★ (3)NoYesOct 2026
2Guitarify: Chord Detector!Guitarify: Chord Detector!Free5.0★ (2)NoNoOct 2026
3Chord ai - Play any song!Chord ai - Play any song!Free4.6★ (5.9K)NoYesNov 2026
4WhatChord MIDIWhatChord MIDIFree5.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026
5Chord DetectorChord Detector$1.992.0★ (3)NoNoOct 2026
6Chord CatcherChord CatcherFree4.6★ (5)NoYesOct 2026
7The Chord DetectorThe Chord Detector$1.992.1★ (24)NoYesOct 2026
8Chordify: Songs, Chords, TunerChordify: Songs, Chords, TunerFree4.7★ (34K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Chord Detector

3.7(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Instantly identify musical chords in real-time from any instrument. This app requires no setup and is perfect for musicians of all levels learning songs, transcribing, or needing quick chord references during performances. Enjoy privacy with local audio processing.

Guitarify: Chord Detector!#2

Guitarify: Chord Detector! by Ashwin Rao

Convert chords & tune guitar
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
5.0(2 ratings)
Free
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This app listens to you play notes and identifies the chord. It then displays how to play that chord on a guitar fretboard with various fingerings. You can also see the chord on a piano keyboard and access built-in tuners.

Chord ai - Play any song!#3

Chord ai - Play any song! by Nomad AI OU

Chords, beats, lyrics and more
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.6😊(5.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Instantly get chords, beats, and lyrics for any song from your audio files, streaming services, or microphone. This AI-powered tool helps musicians of all levels learn and improve their playing with advanced recognition and playback features.

What We Love

  • 👍 Useful for learning songs
  • 🚀 Accurate chord recognition
  • 💡 Helpful for beginners and professionals
  • 🚀 Saves time compared to manual chord transcription
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 👍 Lifetime license option
  • 🚀 Supports various instruments (guitar, piano, bass)
  • 👍 Responsive customer support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Inconsistent beat markers in 3/4 time
  • 🐛 Lyrics feature not working well
  • 🐛 Chord voicings not always accurate
  • 🐛 Issues with capo and easiness settings
  • 🐛 Exporting issues (PDF, MIDI)
  • 💰 Subscription model may be too expensive for some

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FAQ about Chord Detector

What are the best chord detector apps for iPhone?
ChordDetectorInator tops our chord detector apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 3 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top chord detector apps we rank are free to download, including ChordDetectorInator and Guitarify: Chord Detector!.
ChordDetectorInator has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 247+ chord detector apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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