Import
Import ChordPro, plain text, .gcp, .cpm, folders, and web sources.
Bring existing libraries in bulk or one file at a time. Starter imports ChordPro, text, and .sbbl setlist bundles; Basic adds PDF, Word/ODT, and image sheets. Web import and pasted text include an editable preview before save.
Key and capo directives lift into song settings automatically. ChordPro export stays free at every tier; .sbbl setlist export (produce) is Pro.
- ChordPro/text + .sbbl on Starter
- PDF/Word/ODT on Basic+
- Folder & web import
- ChordPro export free
Market comparison
| Aspect | SBB | OnSong | SBP | MS | BH | fScore | UG | iReal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offline-first | Yes — local database; sync optional | Strong offline on device | Yes, local library | Yes, local library | Offline with sync for band data | Yes — PDFs stored on device | Offline often limited without downloads/premium | Offline possible; playback-centric |
| ChordPro editor depth | Custom ChordPro parser, many directives, custom blocks | Strong iPad performance layout | Established ChordPro editing across its platforms | Established library and chart editing across its platforms | Not a ChordPro authoring tool | Annotation on PDFs, not ChordPro source | No full editor for your song library | Not ChordPro-centric |
Competing products change continuously. This table describes typical positioning — choose another app when its focus matches your workflow; choose Songbook Buddy when you need the full ChordPro journey on your platforms.