ChromTuner
ChromTuner: A focused tuner suite for Apple users who want strobe tuning and offline access. Ranked #4 of 32 in Musical Tuner Apps by our editors (7.8/10); pricing: Free plan · paid from $6.99; best for users wanting a free strobe tuner on Apple devices.
At a glance
- Editor score7.8 / 10
- PricingFree plan · paid from $6.99
- Best forUsers wanting a free strobe tuner on Apple devices
- Free planYes
- Strobe displayYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free browser and iPhone tuning options
- Strobe displays, alternate tunings, and custom A4 calibration
- Offline native detection with macOS and Apple Watch support
Where it doesn't
- Paid features are split across macOS and iPhone Pro plans
- Free iPhone version limits presets and string tracking
- No intonation monitoring feature
Our verdict on ChromTuner
ChromTuner is a chromatic tuning suite for musicians who want browser access, native Apple apps, or both. The free browser tuner covers chromatic tuning, YIN pitch detection, and an LED meter. On iPhone, the free app adds Standard E and Drop D tuning, an analog needle, a metronome, and string tracking for one instrument. The native macOS app is aimed at players who need offline pitch detection, alternate tunings, instrument presets, and menu-bar access.
Pricing is divided by platform and feature set. The Free Browser Tuner and ChromTuner for iPhone Free cost nothing. Chromatic Tuner for macOS costs $6.99 one-time and includes strobe, LED, analog needle, and sine-wave displays, plus offline operation and lifetime 1.x updates. ChromTuner for iPhone Pro also costs $6.99 one-time, adding all instrument presets, Peterson-style strobe and waveform displays, historical temperaments, custom A4 calibration, capo and transpose controls, and string tracking for every instrument. This structure suits buyers who want to pay once for a specific native platform, while users seeking the full feature set across platforms may need to assess each app separately.
The standout feature is display flexibility: ChromTuner combines a stated ±1 cent real-world accuracy for YIN pitch detection with a rotating strobe, LED meter, analog needle, and waveform views. Alternate tunings, custom reference pitch, transpose controls, and a 40–240 BPM metronome broaden its use beyond basic chromatic tuning. macOS supports USB audio interfaces through Core Audio, while the iPhone app supports Apple Watch and string-life tracking. ChromTuner is a strong fit for Apple-focused musicians who value offline tuning and strobe feedback. Players needing intonation monitoring or wider platform coverage should consider a broader alternative.
ChromTuner pricing
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ChromTuner fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Strobe display | Yes |
| Alternate tunings | Yes |
| Custom reference pitch | Yes |
| Intonation monitoring | No |
| Offline mode | Yes |
| Available platforms | Desktop |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: USB audio interfaces via macOS Core Audio, Apple Watch |
| Pricing | Free plan · paid from $6.99 (source) |
| Website | chromtuner.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
ChromTuner integrations
ChromTuner lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- USB audio interfaces via macOS Core Audio
- Apple Watch
Alternatives to ChromTuner
- TonalEnergy Tuner & MetronomeA paid, feature-rich practice tuner for musicians who need more than pitch detection.9.3
- CenterlineA capable free tuner with strong guitar workflows and offline analysis.8.8
- Airyware TunerA deep, multi-platform tuner for players who need broad instrument and tuning coverage.7.8
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