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Best Guitar Beat Apps & Games

223+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

If you already know GarageBand, this is the deeper bench. 223+ guitar beat apps and games for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of May 2026.

Top Picks for Guitar Beat

GarageBand#1

GarageBand by Apple Inc.

Make great music anywhere
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
4.1😊(110K ratings)
Free
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Transform your device into a portable recording studio. Create music with virtual instruments, record vocals and guitars, and mix multi-track songs. Explore a vast library of sounds and effects to produce professional-sounding tracks anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🎹 Powerful music creation tools
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🎨 Wide variety of instruments and sounds
  • 💰 Free to use with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches causing crashes and data loss
  • ⏱️ Long download and optimization times
  • 🔇 Issues with audio recording and playback
BandLab – Music Maker & Beats#2

BandLab – Music Maker & Beats by BandLab Singapore Pte Ltd

AI Music Tools, Editor & DAW
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.8😐(489K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in Music
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Create music on the go with this free app. Record vocals, make beats, and mix demos using a mobile DAW. Collaborate with others and access exclusive AI tools and distribution opportunities with an optional membership.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Versatile music creation tools
  • 💡 Collaborative features
  • 🎨 Wide range of sounds and effects

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Syncing and saving issues
  • 🔇 Audio quality and latency problems
  • 🔒 Account and data security concerns
Pro Metronome - Tempo & Tuner#3

Pro Metronome - Tempo & Tuner by 元 周

Tempo,Subdivision,Polyrhythm
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a precise metronome and tuner for musicians, aiding practice and performance. It features customizable beat tones, dynamics, and advanced rhythm training tools. Unlock additional sensory aids, subdivisions, and polyrhythms with the Pro version.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app!
  • 👍 Excellent Application
  • 👍 Me gusta
  • 👍 Easy and responsive

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Top battery consumer on my phone
  • 🐛 Unreliable
  • 🐛 Runs battery draining background processes even when the app is closed. Not trustworthy.

More Guitar Beat apps to explore

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Guitar Band: Rock Battle
Guitar Band: Rock Battle
Guitar Band: Rock Battle
Music Star Rockers Rhythm Game
Free

Compete in a free multiplayer rhythm game where you build and evolve your own rock band. Collect unique guitars, hire musicians, and perform famous tunes across various stages to become a music superstar. Test your skills against players worldwide.

Collect and customize guitarsBuild and evolve your bandPerform in stages and arenas
🎮 Games
(24K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Metronome Beats : Drum Loops
Metronome Beats : Drum Loops
Metronome Beats : Drum Loops
Tap Tempo & Speed Trainer Bpm
Free

This app provides a metronome with customizable drum loops, time signatures, and strumming patterns. It features a speed trainer, timer, and BPM calculator, ideal for musicians practicing any instrument. Enjoy accurate tempo with advanced playback technology.

Customizable drum loops and strumming patternsAdjustable time signaturesSpeed trainer with progressive BPM increase
🎵 Music
(3.9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Metronome Pro - Beat & Tempo
Metronome Pro - Beat & Tempo
Metronome Pro - Beat & Tempo
Music Timer, Tap, BPM, Counter
Free

This app provides musicians with an accurate and customizable metronome to maintain tempo and rhythm during practice, performance, or recording. It features adjustable BPM, time signatures, and visual cues like a camera flash, along with rhythm games to enhance musical skills.

Adjustable tempo from 30-250 BPMTap BPM for manual tempo settingCustomizable time signatures and subdivisions
🎵 Music
(22K)
freemium
7
Guitar - Chords, Tabs & Games
Guitar - Chords, Tabs & Games
Guitar - Chords, Tabs & Games
Play Guitar Game, Learn Songs
Free

Learn to play guitar with a realistic simulator that offers a vast library of chords, tabs, and songs. Practice strumming, plucking, and discover new tunes with various guitar types and playing modes.

Realistic guitar soundsChord charts and finderSongbook for learning songs
🎵 Music
(45K)
free with in-app purchases
8
The Metronome by Soundbrenner
The Metronome by Soundbrenner
The Metronome by Soundbrenner
With Tuner & Practice Tracker
Free

This app provides a professional metronome with customizable beats and sounds, a practice tracker to monitor progress and set goals, and a precise tuner for musicians. It helps users improve their musical skills through structured practice and accurate tuning.

Customizable metronome with diverse soundsPractice tracker with goal setting and progress monitoringPrecise chromatic tuner with multiple tuning profiles
🎵 Music
(47K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Strum - Play Guitar
Strum - Play Guitar
Strum - Play Guitar
Play all your favorite songs
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Instantly convert any song into playable chords from YouTube, your music library, or trending charts. Offers accurate chord detection, practice tools, and a vast song library for musicians of all levels.

YouTube music link integration for instant chordsUpload personal audio files for chord detectionBrowse trending songs with pre-loaded charts
🎵 Music
(17K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine
Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine
Drum Beats+ Rhythm Machine
Drum Machine & Metronome Beats
Free
$6.99 | 100% OFF

This app provides a metronome with realistic drum beats instead of a simple click. It's designed to improve timing, aid in songwriting, and facilitate live jamming and performance. Users can access a large library of pre-made beats across various genres and customize their practice sessions.

Realistic drum beats, not a click100+ pre-made beats in various genresAdjustable tempo without pitch change
🎵 Music
(4.4K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Simply Guitar - Learn Guitar
Simply Guitar - Learn Guitar
Simply Guitar - Learn Guitar
Apprenez à jouer de la guitare
Free

Learn to play guitar with interactive, step-by-step video lessons from music experts. Receive real-time feedback on your playing and master chords, tabs, and techniques to play your favorite songs. Includes a built-in tuner and regular content updates.

Step-by-step video lessonsReal-time playing feedbackLearn chords and songs
📚 Education
(385K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs
Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs
Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs
Learn and play favorite songs
Free

Access the world's largest library of guitar, bass, and ukulele chords, tabs, and lyrics. Learn your favorite songs with interactive lessons, backing tracks, and a built-in tuner. Create and share your own tabs, and play along with original song sounds.

Largest catalog of chords, tabs, and lyricsInteractive lessons for all skill levelsPlay songs with original sound and backing tracks
🎵 Music
(463K)
freemium
13
Real Guitar: lessons & chords
Real Guitar: lessons & chords
Real Guitar: lessons & chords
Learn and play guitar notes
Free

Learn and play guitar on your smartphone or tablet with a comprehensive set of tools. Access over 1500 chords, 100 lessons, and interactive loops. Record and share your performances with friends.

100 guitar lessons1500+ chord librarySolo and Chord Mode
🎵 Music
(6.4K)
freemium
14
Yousician: Learn & Play Guitar
Yousician: Learn & Play Guitar
Yousician: Learn & Play Guitar
Lessons & Songs for Beginners
Free

Learn to play guitar, bass, or sing with interactive lessons and instant feedback. Master thousands of songs and exercises at your own pace, from beginner to professional levels. Includes a built-in tuner and gamified practice to make learning fun and effective.

Interactive guitar and bass lessonsSinging lessons with virtual vocal coachInstant feedback on chords and notes
📚 Education
(137K)
freemium
15
Guitar: tabs, chords & games
Guitar: tabs, chords & games
Guitar: tabs, chords & games
Play songs & Practice
Free

Learn to play guitar with a vast library of songs and chords. Offers realistic sound and feedback, with modes for practicing, jamming, and playing left or right-handed. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hundreds of songs and chordsRealistic sound and feedbackFree play mode for jamming
🎵 Music
(40K)
free with in-app purchases
16
BEAT MP3 2.0 - Rhythm Game
BEAT MP3 2.0 - Rhythm Game
BEAT MP3 2.0 - Rhythm Game
The best rhythm game
Free

Tap to the rhythm of your favorite songs in this guitar hero-style game. It features a unique music analysis system, random beat generation, and global leaderboards. Customize difficulty and game options for a personalized experience.

Custom song support from mobile deviceExclusive music analysis systemRandom beat generation
🎮 Games
(400)
free with in-app purchases
17
Drum Pads 24 Beat Maker Music
Drum Pads 24 Beat Maker Music
Drum Pads 24 Beat Maker Music
Make EDM, trap, dubstep beats
Free

Create your own music with a vast library of sounds and a powerful drum pad machine. Design unique sound packs, record tracks, and share your creations with a global community of musicians and beatmakers.

Drum pad machineExtensive sound libraryCustom sound pack creation
🎵 Music
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Gibson: Learn to Play Guitar
Gibson: Learn to Play Guitar
Gibson: Learn to Play Guitar
Lessons, Songs, Chords & Tabs
Free

Learn guitar at your own pace with interactive lessons, real songs, and instant feedback. This app offers a comprehensive learning path for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, with a vast library of content and practice tools.

Interactive step-by-step learning pathReal-time feedback on playingLarge library of lessons and songs
📚 Education
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Guitar FREE
Guitar FREE
Guitar FREE
by Indigo Penguin Limited
Free

This application simulates a guitar on your mobile device, allowing you to play music anytime, anywhere. It offers a free and accessible way to experience playing a virtual instrument.

Virtual guitar simulationMobile instrumentFree to use
🎬 Entertainment
(63K)
free
20
Drum Beats
Drum Beats
Drum Beats
by Kit A Yu
Free

This app offers a diverse collection of drum loops in various genres like funk, rock, reggae, and blues. It's designed to assist musicians of all levels during practice, jamming, or songwriting with features like adjustable speed and background audio.

Funk, rock, reggae, blues drum beatsSeamless loopingAdjustable playback speed
🎵 Music
(949)
ad-supported

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