# Sight Reading HD Lite

> Piano sight-reading trainer for all 88 keys, treble and bass clefs. (iPhone/iPad app by Super Kiddo Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sight-reading-hd-lite/id495281740 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Super Kiddo Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/370871151)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 126 App Store ratings · 173 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2012-01-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sight-reading-hd-lite/id495281740/reviews.md

## What is Sight Reading HD Lite?

The only sight reading app that can train all 88 keys with sharp, natural, flat in the context of all key signatures.

Fantastic!! - "This is really helping me. I have tried other apps but find this one the most helpful…." - by S.Voix
Surprisingly effective - "My sight reading speed and accuracy have improved dramatically in a short space of time." - by Jdfrenzy
Teacher's dream - "My students will eagerly ask for this game over and over,.." - by Jeanrapsak
Works! - "Get results fast!" - by Newlaxmi

Are you frustrated with reading grand staff piano music? Whether you are new and slow on piano sight reading or just someone who wants to improve on your overall piano sight reading abilities and ear training skills, this is the right app for you.

Main features:

1. user friendly GUI design overcomes the space and efficiency issues existed in most piano simulation apps.

2. learn and practice both treble clef and bass clef notes on 88 keys.

3. customize your practice to any skill level via changing key signatures, accidentals frequency, keyboard range, note selections... Enable/disable sound effect and hint option to train your ear or just let app to guide you.

4. informative graph generated from history practices' statistics records your progress.

5. retina display supported. 

6. lots of fun when learning becomes playing games...

## Key features

- Trains all 88 keys
- Treble and bass clef practice
- Customizable practice sessions
- Progress tracking graphs
- Gamified learning

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ad Banner | $0.99 | one-time |
| Enable Settings | $5.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Sight Reading HD Lite?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Effective for learning
- 💡 Helpful for kids and adults
- 👍 Great learning tool
- 🚀 Rapid learning curve
- 👍 Fantastic music app
- 👍 Excellent sight reading app
- 👍 Brilliant app
- 👍 Great for practice
- 👍 Superb for beginners

**Cons**

- 🐛 Clunky interface
- 🐛 Confusing keyboard layout
- 🔒 Paywall for full features
- 🐛 Unrealistic input method
- 🐛 Visually dated

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inconsistent note playback
- Ads not removed after paid upgrade

**Most requested features**

- Ability to hear notes via microphone
- More ledger lines
- Customizable keyboard layout
- Integrated rhythm training
- Recognizable melodies

## Recent user reviews (10 of 173)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sight-reading-hd-lite/id495281740/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good app

*2019-09-02, version 2.3.0*

Good app
Extra features would make it even better and a better log of progress not just a graph so you can aim to improve and beat previous score

### 1/5 — HORABLE DONT GET IT!

*2019-07-26, version 2.3.0*

This app is a total looser it should be thrown in the trash where it belongs!!!

### 2/5 — Could be better

*2016-12-06, version 2.2*

It works, except you are very limited to the section of the keyboard that's visible at one time. Piano Tutor is a much better app at one third the price.

### 5/5 — Sight reading music

*2016-09-20, version 2.2*

Absolutely brilliant. Great for kids and adults.

### 4/5 — Sight reading App

*2016-09-01, version 2.2*

Brilliant, thank you, in bed at mo, unable to use my piano, just found the app and enjoying using it.  Clever idea, let's face it music is a complicated subject this makes it fun.

### 5/5 — Fantastic music app

*2016-05-17, version 2.2*

I did some research and a lot of people were very pleased with this app, and for good reason. This is the best of the music sight training apps I have found. I only had the free version for a few minutes before I purchased the full version. This will help you to recognize notes quickly. It has assisted my piano learning in a big way. Highly recommended.

### 3/5 — It's not terrible

*2016-04-22, version 2.2*

The way it clucks at you when you make a mistake is very irritating. And it the tiny keyboard is confusing sometimes. Other than that... It's not terrible!

### 1/5 — Almost perfect

*2016-03-03, version 2.2*

This app is great but if only it had the ability to "hear" notes via the microphone. Then it could be used with a real piano or other instruments. This would be perfection. The one finger jab technique is unrealistic.

### 5/5 — Great Learning Tool!

*2015-09-16, version 2.2*

This is a great app, 53 years of age with no music back ground, this gives a great experience to learn without even trying!

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2015-09-10, version 2.2*

I've tried several apps to help re-learn reading music. This is my favorite of any of them. Clean, simple and effective! I also like that the in app advertising is unobtrusive. Just for that reason, I think I'll purchase the no-ad version, if there is one.

## Frequently asked questions about Sight Reading HD Lite

### What does Sight Reading HD Lite do?

Sight Reading HD Lite is designed to help users improve their piano sight-reading skills. It allows practice on all 88 keys, covering both treble and bass clefs, and offers customizable practice sessions to suit various skill levels.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include training for all 88 piano keys, practice of both treble and bass clefs, customizable practice parameters like key signatures and accidentals, informative progress tracking graphs, and a gamified learning approach.

### Is Sight Reading HD Lite free to use?

The app is available for free download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means certain features or content may require an additional purchase to unlock.

### What kind of piano music can I practice with this app?

The app focuses on the fundamental skill of reading notes on a grand staff across all 88 keys, including sharps and flats within various key signatures. It aims to build a strong foundation for reading any type of piano music.

### Who is this app best suited for?

This app is ideal for anyone learning the piano, from beginners who are new to sight-reading to intermediate and advanced players looking to enhance their speed and accuracy. It's also beneficial for music teachers to use with their students.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.0 — 2018-02-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* Support iOS 11;
* Minor Improvement;

### 2.2 — 2014-10-08

* upgrade for iOS 8;
* consolidate in-app purchase option;

### 2.1 — 2012-12-05

* Now you can select to hear the note music when you tap the keyboard;
* Fix an upgrade error caused by network issue;
* Minor UI adjustment;

### 2.0.3 — 2012-10-18

* Fix a possible InApp Purchase/Restore crash issue;

### 2.0.2 — 2012-07-31

- Bug Fix;

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