Best Song Writing App Composing

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

The Lyrics App is the household name in song writing app composing, but it's far from the only option. We track 247+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Song Writing App Composing (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Lyrics AppThe Lyrics AppFree4.7★ (577)NoNoNov 2026
2Song Writing App +Song Writing App +Free5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026
3AI Music Writer Create a SongAI Music Writer Create a SongFree4.3★ (29)NoYesNov 2026
4Lyric Notepad - Song WritingLyric Notepad - Song WritingFree3.6★ (622)YesYesNov 2026
5Song-Writer Lite: Write LyricsSong-Writer Lite: Write LyricsFree2.9★ (78)NoNoOct 2026
6Refrain - Song & Poem WriterRefrain - Song & Poem WriterFree—NoYesJun 2026
7汽水音乐: AI Music Generator汽水音乐: AI Music GeneratorFree1.8★ (26)NoYesNov 2026
8Simple Songwriter LESimple Songwriter LEFree3.7★ (33)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Song Writing App Composing

The Lyrics App#1

The Lyrics App by Michael Handkins

Write lyrics. Record melodies.
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
4.7😊(577 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
Song Writing App +#2

Song Writing App + by Lyndl ltd

Write Lyrics & Record Ideas
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Capture song ideas, organize lyrics into sections, and add chords. Record voice memos directly to lyric lines and use a rhyme assistant. Export lyrics in a clean format or as a .txt file.

AI Music Writer Create a Song#3

AI Music Writer Create a Song by Dmytro Morhunov

Singer. Melody Maker. Creator.
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.3(29 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Transform your song ideas into original music with AI. Simply describe the song you envision, select a genre and vocal style, and the AI will generate a unique track in seconds. Perfect for creators, music enthusiasts, or anyone seeking inspiration without needing production skills.

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FAQ about Song Writing App Composing

What is the best song writing app composing for iPhone?
The Lyrics App tops our song writing app composing ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 577 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top song writing app composing we rank are free to download, including The Lyrics App and Song Writing App +.
The Lyrics App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 247+ song writing app composing on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.