Comparison
Songtape vs BandHelper: which app is right for your band
BandHelper is a long-running app for bands that gig a lot: repertoire, setlists, a stage mode with MIDI, gig scheduling and finances. Songtape focuses on writing songs together, with lyrics, chords, tabs and demos organized per song, and adds setlists, gigs, a calendar and expenses. It has a free plan that never expires.
| Songtape | BandHelper | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Writing and organizing original songs as a band | Live performance and band management: repertoire, stage and schedule |
| Free plan | Yes, never expires (1 album, 3 songs, 50 MB) | 30-day free trial, then a paid subscription |
| Platforms | Web, iOS and Android | iOS, Android, Mac and web |
| Songs | Block structure with lyrics, chords and tab (Pro) | Lyrics and chords with transposition |
| Audio | Demos and voice memos stored in each song | Reference recordings, backing tracks and click |
| Setlists | Yes (Pro) | Yes |
| Schedule | Band calendar: rehearsals, gigs and time off (Pro) | Gig scheduling (Plus and Pro plans) |
| Finances | Shared expenses, recurring payments and per-gig balance (Pro) | Income, expenses and invoices (Pro plan) |
| Stage and hardware | Not included | Stage mode, Bluetooth footswitches, MIDI and DMX |
| Storage | 50 MB free · 10 GB on Pro | 5 GB (Basic) · 15 GB (Plus) · 50 GB (Pro) |
Choose BandHelper if…
you gig a lot and need a stage mode, footswitches, MIDI or DMX, backing tracks, stage plots or gig invoicing.
Choose Songtape if…
you write your own songs and want the whole song (structure, lyrics, chords, tab and demos) in one place the whole band edits at once, with a free plan to start.
BandHelper details checked in October 2026 on bandhelper.com and may change. BandHelper is a trademark of its owner. Songtape is not affiliated with or endorsed by BandHelper.
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