Ranking updated
Best guitar tuner apps in 2026
To tune a guitar for free, GuitarTuna has a free tuner that also handles bass, ukulele and violin, with a Pro subscription for its song library. Fender Tune from Fender tunes guitar, bass and ukulele, and a free Fender account adds practice tools. To learn to play, Yousician gives lessons with real-time feedback, on a Premium subscription. Details below.
How we picked: a tuner has to be accurate and free for the basic job. We checked each app’s own store description for which instruments it tunes, what is free and what needs a subscription.
Free guitar tuners
GuitarTuna tunes any guitar, ukulele, violin or bass with its free tuner and switches between them easily; chords, tabs and song trainers come on top, with unlimited access on the monthly GuitarTuna Pro subscription. Fender Tune is a precision tuner for guitar, bass and ukulele, and signing up for a free Fender account unlocks interactive chords, scales and other practice tools.
Learning to play after tuning
Yousician, from the makers of GuitarTuna, teaches guitar, bass and singing step by step, from complete beginner upward, and listens as you play to give real-time feedback; it runs on an annual or monthly Premium subscription.
| App | Best for | Platforms | Price | Instruments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GuitarTunaApp StoreGoogle Play | a free tuner plus chords | iOS, Android | free tuner; GuitarTuna Pro monthly subscription | guitar, bass, ukulele, violin |
| Fender TuneApp StoreGoogle Play | a precise tuner from Fender | iOS, Android | free; free Fender account for extras | guitar, bass, ukulele |
| YousicianApp StoreGoogle Play | learning to play | iOS, Android | Premium subscription | guitar, bass, singing |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free guitar tuner app?
Yes, GuitarTuna’s tuner is free, and Fender Tune is free to use too.
Can the same app tune a bass or ukulele?
Yes, GuitarTuna tunes guitar, bass, ukulele and violin, and Fender Tune tunes guitar, bass and ukulele.