InstaChord 2 vs Scaler 3
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which midi tool to buy.
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Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Scaler 3 comes out ahead (8.6). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| InstaChord 2 | Scaler 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $99 |
| Dubspot Score | 7.4 | 8.6 |
| Formats | VST, VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Plugin type | MIDI tool / chord creation and sequencing plugin | — |
| Chord shapes | 60+ chord shapes with multiple voicings and inversions | — |
| Chords per setup | Up to 24 different chords switchable via keyboard | — |
| Playback / hold modes | 5 modes | — |
| Windows | Windows 10/11 or higher (64-bit) | — |
| macOS | macOS 10.15 or higher (64-bit) | — |
| Product type | — | chord and music-theory MIDI assistant |
| Developer | — | Scaler Music |
| Typical price | — | $99 |
| Formats | — | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Primary job | — | progressions and scale-aware writing |
| Catalog status | — | Current as of 2026 |
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