# iReal Pro

> Music Book & Backing Tracks

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id298206806](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id298206806)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id298206806`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Technimo LLC
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (11,137 ratings)
- **Version:** 2026.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-13
- **First published:** 2008-12-02
- **Size:** 176 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ireal-pro/id298206806)
- **Website:** [https://irealpro.com](https://irealpro.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://irealpro.com/privacypolicy/](https://irealpro.com/privacypolicy/)

## Description

iReal Pro combines a realistic backing band with a vast library of chord charts, letting you practice, jam, or gig with a full rhythm section. Transpose songs, adjust tempo, loop sections, and organize charts into playlists for sets and lessons.

Trusted since 2008 by students, teachers, and pros (including Berklee), iReal Pro syncs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud, and lets you share charts, export as PDF or MusicXML, and download additional styles through in-app purchases.

## Rankings

- #16,289 — Overall
- #3 — Music (Paid)
- #42 — transpose

## Review summary

iReal Pro is a robust practice and jam tool with a vast tune library, flexible tempo/key controls, and useful features for various musicians. The main recurring drawbacks are limited drum variety outside jazz and chart usability issues, such as readability and occasional input delays. Overall, it remains a standout app with room to broaden rhythm options and charting ergonomics.

### Pros

- Extensive tune library and versatile practice tool with flexible tempo, key changes, and the ability to play in any key or tempo.
- Powerful improvisation training features, including slow-down, transpose, looping, and a built-in rhythm section for practice.
- Versatile for jazz players, singers, and other solo instrumentalists; replaces bulky real books with printable charts and easy set-list management.
- Real drums upgrade and a variety of rhythms that improve realism, especially for jazz styles.
- Strong cross-device syncing and responsive support with regular updates, making it reliable across devices.

### Cons

- Drums lack variety across genres; real drums are jazz-focused, with limited options for non-jazz styles and some tracks feeling repetitive.
- Chart usability issues: charts can be hard to read quickly and there can be input delays when creating charts; users would benefit from multi-page chart support.

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