Full workflow
Guitar Mentor: YouTube URL → analysis → Follow/Chart/Video modes → slow, transpose, capo, loop → six-stem mixer → PlugAI coach.
Chords only
Chordify: synchronized chord chart from YouTube with a simpler, chords-focused interface (no stems, coach or curriculum).
At a glance
| Tool | YouTube input | Output | Typical paid price (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guitar Mentor | Yes — paste URL or import audio | Chords, lyrics, sections, six stems, tab, PlugAI, Learning Path | $3.99/mo or $35.99/yr; 3-day free trial |
| Chordify | Yes — chords focus | Synchronized chord chart; capo/transpose/upload gated on Premium | Free limited + ads; Premium ~$8–11/mo or $42–54/yr |
| Ultimate Guitar | No — tab library | Search existing tabs; Practice Mode on tabs | Pro ~$9.99/mo; $40–60/yr |
| Justin Guitar / Chordie AI | No arbitrary YouTube | Curriculum or catalog songs only | Varies — see our AI coach guide |
Step by step with Guitar Mentor
- Copy the YouTube URL from the share menu or browser address bar.
- Open Guitar Mentor and paste the link in the import field (or import an audio file directly).
- Wait for analysis — chords, lyrics, section markers and six separated stems are generated when processing succeeds.
- Choose a view: Follow mode for scrolling chords, Chart for a compact chart, Video for synced playback with the original.
- Practice tools: slow tempo, transpose, capo display, loop a section and use the fretboard diagrams.
- Six-stem mixer: mute or solo guitar, vocals, drums, bass and other parts to hear what you need.
- Ask PlugAI for chord help, a practice plan or Learning Path guidance tied to the song you imported.
Free tier includes 3 song analyses per month, tuner, metronome, Chord Lab, Initial-grade sheet music and the first 3 Learning Path lessons. Pro unlocks unlimited PlugAI, 30 analyses a month and full stem control at $3.99/mo or $35.99/yr, with a 3-day free trial after your first successful analysis or lesson 3.
Chordify: the chords-only alternative
Chordify is built specifically for synchronized chords from YouTube and uploaded audio. The free tier covers a limited catalog with ads. Premium (roughly $8–11/mo or $42–54/yr; web yearly can be as low as $24) unlocks capo tools, uploads, transpose and more songs. Chordify does not provide an AI coach, stem separation, generated tab or a structured curriculum.
Pick Chordify when you only need a chord chart quickly. Pick Guitar Mentor when you also want stems, tab, coaching and practice tools around the same song. See our Chordify comparison for a deeper trade-off.
What not to do
Ultimate Guitar is a tab library, not a YouTube-to-chords converter. Search for an existing tab instead of pasting a link.
Justin Guitar and Chordie AI do not accept arbitrary YouTube URLs. They teach from their own curriculum or licensed catalog.
Do not treat any automatic chord chart as perfect. Dense mixes, capos, alternate tunings and extensions can produce errors. Always verify against the recording before performing.
Guitar Mentor pricing
| Tier | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Tuner, metronome, Chord Lab, 3 analyses/month, Initial-grade sheet music, first 3 Learning Path lessons | $0 |
| Pro monthly | Unlimited PlugAI, full analyses, six-stem mixer, all lessons, export and stage tools | $3.99/mo |
| Pro yearly | Same as Pro monthly | $35.99/yr |
| Trial | 3-day StoreKit intro | Starts on subscribe after first successful analysis or Learning Path lesson 3 |
Frequently asked questions
Can Guitar Mentor get chords from any YouTube video?
Guitar Mentor accepts most public YouTube URLs. Analysis must succeed on the audio; very long, live or heavily processed recordings may take longer or fail.
Is Chordify better for YouTube chords only?
Chordify is a focused chords-only tool with a free limited catalog and ads. Premium runs roughly $8–11/mo or $42–54/yr (web yearly can be as low as $24). Capo, upload and transpose are gated. It has no coach, stems or curriculum.
Can Ultimate Guitar get chords from YouTube?
No. Ultimate Guitar is a tab library. Search for an existing transcription instead of pasting a YouTube link.
When does the Guitar Mentor Pro trial start?
The 3-day StoreKit trial starts when you subscribe after your first successful song analysis or Learning Path lesson 3, not on first app open.
Sources and review date
Checked August 22, 2026. Product features and limits can change after publication.
Try it on a song you know.
Paste a YouTube link in Guitar Mentor and see whether the chords match what you hear.