Mobile Editing
Master Tour's mobile app is view-only. GigSheets lets you edit your entire tour from your phone. When plans change at 2am, you can update the daysheet from your hotel room and push it to everyone instantly.
A modern Master Tour alternative
Looking for a Master Tour alternative? GigSheets offers simpler music tour management with mobile editing, guest lists, and push notifications at a fraction of the cost.
Looking for a Master Tour alternative? GigSheets is a modern music tour management app that gives you the features you need without the complexity or cost of enterprise software.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | GigSheets | Master Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Free / €29-34 | $65-75 |
| Mobile editing | Full editing | View only |
| Guest list management | Built-in | Built-in |
| Push notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Offline mode | Cached data | Full offline |
| Learning curve | Minutes | Hours/days |
| Best for | Club to theater tours | Arena/stadium tours |
Why Tour Managers Switch to GigSheets
Simpler Setup
Master Tour is powerful but complex. It was built for arena tours with massive production teams. GigSheets gets you running in minutes, not hours. No training required.
60% Lower Cost
Master Tour costs $65-75/month. GigSheets Standard is €29-34/month. For smaller artists that only go for short tours and don't require advanced features, it is completely free. For most touring acts, GigSheets has everything you need at a fraction of the price.
Built-in Guest List
Collect guest requests from artists and crew, approve or adjust if needed, and share clean lists with venues. No spreadsheets, no back-and-forth.
Schedule reminders
Create a reminder for the entire tour or tie it to a specific day. Set a notification (or two) relative to the timezone of the show.
App-wide search
Need to find a contact, sheet or PDF file? Our in-app search experience allows you to find whatever you have stored in the app.
When Master Tour Makes Sense
Master Tour is the industry standard for a reason. If you're running stadium tours with massive production teams, need the 150,000+ contact database, or require enterprise-level permissions and security, Master Tour is built for you.
GigSheets is for everyone else: club tours, theater tours, festival runs, and independent artists who need professional tour management without enterprise complexity.
Feature Comparison
Tour Scheduling
Both platforms handle tour scheduling with daysheets, travel days, and show information. The difference is in complexity:
- Master Tour: Highly customizable templates, extensive print options, set list builder with song attachments
- GigSheets: Clean, intuitive interface focused on what touring parties need most: schedules, venues, and logistics
Guest List Management
| Capability | GigSheets | Master Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Guest submissions | Yes | Yes |
| Approval workflow | Yes | Yes |
| Custom Pass types (WIP) | No | Yes |
| Export to venue | Yes | Yes |
| Role-based visibility (WIP) | No | Yes |
Mobile Experience
| Capability | GigSheets | Master Tour |
|---|---|---|
| View schedules | Yes | Yes |
| Edit schedules | Yes | No |
| Push notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Guest submissions | Yes | Yes |
| Offline access | Cached | Full |
Pricing
| Plan | GigSheets | Master Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes (limited) | No |
| Mid-tier | €25-29/mo | $65-75/mo |
| Crew access | Included | Free (view only) |
Making the Switch
Switching from Master Tour to GigSheets is straightforward:
- Sign up for a free account
- Create your tour and add your dates
- Invite your crew via email or link
- Start using it on your next tour
Your crew downloads the GigSheets mobile app once and has access to every tour you invite them to.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GigSheets as powerful as Master Tour?
For most touring acts, yes. GigSheets covers daysheets, guest lists, push notifications, reminders, and mobile access. If you need set list builders, 150,000+ contact databases, or enterprise permissions, Master Tour has more features.
Can I try GigSheets before committing?
Yes. GigSheets has a free tier for small tours (1 artist, 14-day max, 9 mobile users). Try it on your next run before upgrading.
Will my crew actually use it?
Yes. GigSheets is designed to be so simple that crew members open the app and immediately see what's next. No training, no confusion. And push notifications mean they stop missing lobby calls.
What about offline access?
GigSheets caches tour data for offline viewing. There is no offline editing capability.