Report updated Apr 7, 2026
Bandle: Guess The Song Game
v8.2.0Music lovers and trivia enthusiasts who enjoy challenging, puzzle-based games and social competition.
What Is Bandle: Guess The Song Game?
Launched Dec 13, 2023
Updated Apr 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Unique gameplay mechanic where users identify songs by starting with a single instrument and adding more as the song builds.
Includes 9 additional mini-games covering lyrics, artist photos, lead members, BPM, and album identification.
Extensive song database covering decades from the 70s to the 2010s across various genres.
Allows users to compete or play alongside friends and family.
Provides a fresh, recurring daily puzzle to encourage user retention.
Tracks user progress and game history for personal improvement.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a thrilled sentiment. Users appreciate engaging daily ritual and high entertainment value, but report aggressive advertising and technical performance.”
What Users Love
My friend and I compete each day
My husband and I play every night
I’m super impressed by the musicianship
This is such an excellent app, so much fun
Pain Points
Every single thing you press costs money or an ad to watch
The ads that you have to watch are full of dark patterns
It takes a VERY long time to load
I'm pretty sure the leaderboard is broken
High confidence · 3.3K reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Category | Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Grossing | #21 | ▼1 |
| Trivia | Grossing | #24 | |
| Music | Free | #35 | ▼3 |
| Trivia | Free | #48 | ▼3 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Unique instrument-by-instrument guessing mechanic
- Strong daily retention loop and social sharing behavior
- High-quality audio production and musicianship
- Significant influencer validation (Tom Scott, NorthernLion)
Cons
- Aggressive ad frequency causing user friction
- Technical performance issues (long load times)
- Potential leaderboard bugs impacting competitive integrity
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Introduction of a premium ad-free subscription tier
- Expansion into niche genre-specific song packs
- Deeper in-app social features like 'Squads' or 'Leagues'
Market Threats
- Established rivals like SongPop with larger licensed libraries
- Emergence of 'Heardle' style daily clones
- Rising costs of music licensing for a growing library
Who competes with Bandle: Guess The Song Game?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
- +
Weaker sentiment at 35/100 — but still a direct threat
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Party Mode
Contenders
A massive general trivia app with highly popular music categories that compete for the casual quiz-seeking user.
Live Tournament Events
BeatStars - Instrumental Beats
★4.8 (78K)BeatStars Inc.
While rhythm-focused, it is the dominant music game on mobile, competing for the same music-loving audience and daily engagement.
While rhythm-focused, it is the dominant music game on mobile, competing for the same music-loving audience and daily engagement.
Quiz with Fritz - Music Trivia
0BBG Entertainment GmbH
A straightforward song-guessing alternative that targets the same 'music mastery' user intent.
A straightforward song-guessing alternative that targets the same 'music mastery' user intent.
Peers
A social trivia game that competes with Bandle's multiplayer and 'quiz night with friends' messaging.
Bluffing-based Trivia
Top-tier music game that captures users interested in instrumental music and rhythm-based challenges.
Online Battle Mode
Jeopardy! World Tour+
★4.7 (4K)Uken Inc.
Broader trivia ecosystem leader that frequently features music-themed categories and tournament play.
Broader trivia ecosystem leader that frequently features music-themed categories and tournament play.
Official Millionaire Game
★4.5 (249K)Uken Games
Classic trivia format that appeals to the same demographic of puzzle and quiz enthusiasts.
Classic trivia format that appeals to the same demographic of puzzle and quiz enthusiasts.
What are the key takeaways?
Bandle: Guess The Song Game is a thrilling games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.5/5 rating from 3.3K reviews, it thrills its users from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging daily ritual, though aggressive advertising remains a common concern.
Best for: Music lovers and trivia enthusiasts who enjoy challenging, puzzle-based games and social competition.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
The app uses a high-engagement, ad-supported model typical of casual trivia games, leveraging a 'Worldle-alike' daily challenge loop to drive consistent daily active users and high grossing ranks.
iOS Version
8.2.0
Android Version
8.2.0
Release Date
Dec 13, 2023
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
SAS BANDLE