Best Songbird Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to songbird or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 247+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Songbird Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Songbird ControlSongbird ControlFree2.7★ (18)NoNoMay 2026
2Merlin Bird ID by Cornell LabMerlin Bird ID by Cornell LabFree4.9★ (114K)NoNoNov 2026
3Songbird - listen togetherSongbird - listen togetherFree4.0★ (31)NoNoMay 2026
4Songbird DanceSongbird DanceFree5.0★ (3)NoNoJul 2026
5Songbird: Music Link ConverterSongbird: Music Link ConverterFree5.0★ (4)NoNoNov 2026
6Songbird KirkwoodSongbird KirkwoodFree—NoNoOct 2026
7Songbird - Lyric Video MakerSongbird - Lyric Video Maker$7.993.2★ (12)NoNoOct 2026
8Smart Bird ID: Identify BirdsSmart Bird ID: Identify BirdsFree4.7★ (17K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Songbird

Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab#2

Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab by Cornell University

Identify Birds You See & Hear
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(114K ratings)
Free
#28in Reference
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Instantly identify birds by sight or sound. This app uses advanced machine learning and a vast database of sightings, sounds, and photos to help you discover and learn about avian species worldwide. Track your sightings and explore birds in your region.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Helpful for bird identification
  • 🔒 Accurate bird identification
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Useful for beginners and experts
  • 👍 Enjoyable and fun to use
  • 👍 Comprehensive bird information
  • 👍 Excellent sound identification feature
  • 👍 Connects with eBird
  • 👍 Free app with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sound ID not always accurate
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🐛 Difficulty adding birds to life list
  • 🐛 Limited bird packs for certain regions
  • 🐛 Requires location access
  • 🐛 High battery consumption
  • 🐛 Confusing user interface in some areas

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FAQ about Songbird

What are the best songbird apps for iPhone?
Songbird Control tops our songbird apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 2.7-star average from 18 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top songbird apps we rank are free to download, including Songbird Control and Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab.
Songbird Control has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 247+ songbird apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.