# Drillbook Next Reader

> Marching drill at your fingertips. Coordinates for every count and set.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.drillbooknext.DBN\_Reader](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.drillbooknext.DBN_Reader)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.drillbooknext.DBN_Reader`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Scott Rundell
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 15,495
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (178 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.28
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-25
- **First published:** 2014-01-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 14 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.drillbooknext.DBN_Reader)
- **Website:** [http://drillbooknext.com](http://drillbooknext.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.drillbooknext.com/PrivacyPolicy.html](http://www.drillbooknext.com/PrivacyPolicy.html)

## Description

**Drillbook Next Reader** is a powerful Chrome extension designed for marching band and drum corps enthusiasts. It lets users follow marching shows created on DrillbookNext.com or Drillbook Next: Directors with precise coordinates for every count and set. This tool enhances student and instructor experience by providing a dynamic and visual way to learn and teach drill formations.

With features like count-by-count navigation, pinch-and-zoom field views, customized set books, and the ability to print set cards, it streamlines practice and improves efficiency. The app is praised by educators and students alike for eliminating paper charts and simplifying drill comprehension, making rehearsals more productive and engaging.

## Rankings

- #478,462 — Overall
- #1 — Music and audio (Paid)
- #6 — Application (Paid)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING.v2`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Useful for marching band, especially for practice and review.
- Much easier to carry than traditional drill charts.
- Helpful for learning and managing complicated drill formations.

### Cons

- Frequent crashing and failure to open properly.
- Blank screens or unresponsive features on certain devices.
- Lack of customer service and support for troubleshooting issues.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.drillbooknext.DBN_Reader)