Chord & FretAn offline chord app — free to start
Most apps depend on a connection and lock the essentials behind a subscription. Chord & Fret is free to start, works 100% offline and runs the loop backwards: build the shape and it names the chord. Here is the honest comparison — just facts.
The comparison, side by side
| What matters | Chord & Fret | Most music apps |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free to start; affordable Pro | Subscription, little free |
| Works offline | 100% offline — generated on your device | Usually needs a connection |
| Ads & trackers | None | Commonly ad-supported |
| Instruments | Guitar, electric, cavaquinho and ukulele | Varies |
| Your charts | They stay on the device, in folders, with sections and repeats — 3 on the free plan, unlimited with Pro | Varies — usually in the cloud, with an account |
| Transpose & capo | Non-destructive: reset and the song comes back exactly as it arrived | Varies |
| Identify a chord by its shape | Yes — the reverse path, with inversions | Almost never |
The “most music apps” column describes the market in general, not any one product.
Why it matters
- Free to start — the essentials never expire, no card needed
- 100% offline — the diagrams, scales and audio are generated on the device
- No ads, no trackers — made by musicians
Start free. Go Pro when you want.
The whole library — chords, scales, strums and the tools — free to start; Pro opens the rest.
Meet Chord & FretStart free. Unlock everything with Pro. 100% offline.
Straight questions, straight answers
How much does it cost?
The essentials are free forever. Pro is a subscription: $7.99/mo or $59.99/yr, with a 14-day free trial and cancel anytime. Updates are included.
Does it work without internet?
Yes, 100% offline. The diagrams, scales and audio are generated on your device — nothing depends on a signal.
Are there ads or trackers?
No. There are no ads and no trackers, on the site or in the app.