Best Lyrics App

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 250+ lyrics app on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Lyrics App (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Genius: Song Lyrics FinderGenius: Song Lyrics FinderFree4.7★ (78K)YesNoNov 2026
2The Lyrics AppThe Lyrics AppFree4.7★ (574)NoNoNov 2026
3Shazam: Find Music & ConcertsShazam: Find Music & ConcertsFree4.9★ (8.9M)NoNoNov 2026
4My Lyrics XMy Lyrics XFree4.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026
5Dynamic-LyricsDynamic-LyricsFree4.3★ (9.4K)NoYesNov 2026
6Musixmatch Dynamic LyricsMusixmatch Dynamic LyricsFree4.4★ (9.1K)NoYesNov 2026
7Mletras: Lyrics & SongsMletras: Lyrics & SongsFree5.0★ (4)NoYesOct 2026
8LyricNowLyricNowFree—NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Lyrics App

Genius: Song Lyrics Finder#1

Genius: Song Lyrics Finder by Genius Media Group

Music Finder & Lyric Knowledge
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
4.7😐(78K ratings)
FreeAds
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Access the world's largest collection of song lyrics, music videos, and artist interviews. Explore annotated lyrics, discover facts behind your favorite tracks, and even contribute your own insights to the community.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate lyrics
  • 🔍 Helpful annotations
  • 🎶 Great for understanding music
  • 📚 Comprehensive library
  • 🌐 Works across platforms

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • ⏱️ Slow performance and loading times
  • 📢 Intrusive ads that interrupt music
  • 🔍 Unreliable search function
  • 🔑 Constant requests to sign in
The Lyrics App#2

The Lyrics App by Michael Handkins

Write lyrics. Record melodies.
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.7😊(574 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app allows songwriters to write lyrics and record melodies in a single application, eliminating the need to switch between multiple tools. It offers integrated rhyming and thesaurus tools, along with iCloud backup for seamless synchronization and data preservation.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and intuitive
  • 👍 Helpful for songwriting
  • 🎶 Ability to record and organize lyrics
  • 💡 Rhyming and thesaurus features

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and data loss
  • 🔍 Lack of export/backup options
  • 🔧 Limited customization and organization features
Shazam: Find Music & Concerts#3

Shazam: Find Music & Concerts by Apple Inc.

Identify Songs, Live Shows
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.9😊(8.9M ratings)
Free
#6in Music
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Instantly identify music playing around you or in other apps. Discover nearby concerts, lyrics, and videos. Access your music history and get personalized recommendations.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Instant song identification
  • 📚 Extensive music library
  • 🎶 Seamless integration with music apps
  • 🔍 Helpful for discovering new music
  • 💾 Saves song history

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, fails to identify songs
  • 🔇 Struggles with non-mainstream/classical music
  • 🔒 Sync issues with Apple Music
  • 📤 Offline Shazams not saved
  • 💰 Pushes paid subscriptions

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FAQ about Lyrics App

What is the best lyrics app for iPhone?
Genius: Song Lyrics Finder tops our lyrics app ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 78K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top lyrics app we rank are free to download, including Genius: Song Lyrics Finder and The Lyrics App.
Genius: Song Lyrics Finder shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ lyrics app on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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