StringMaster Jam vs Rhythm Learning
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StringMaster Jam
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Introducing StringMaster Jam, part of the StringMaster family of applications that represent the pinnacle of advanced music applications for iPad and Mac, tailored for musicians ranging from relative beginners to seasoned guitarists. The StringMaster family has five versions catering to diverse needs with StringMaster Jam providing an exceptional platform for interacting with the Fretlight Guitar and Jam/MIDI capability. Unlock a an other world of possibilities with inbuilt support for chord building and detection, chord tones, & scale diagrams, flexible alternate tuning, capo support and more. Explore the robust capabilities of StringMaster Jam: * Play and discover chords and fingering with natural tones. * Visualize chord notes, suggested fingering, and Chord Tones. * Leverage StringMaster's chord-naming algorithms based on finger positions. * Output MIDI from played notes and play along with MIDI files or tracks from the built-in library. Experience the next level of musical exploration and education with StringMaster Jam – where versatility meets excellence. Join the global community of musicians who have made StringMaster their go-to app for musical innovation. Download StringMaster Jam now and elevate your musical journey to new heights! Note: Fretlight Ready™ designates that an app can send its data over Bluetooth to a Fretlight® guitar and light its fretboard. To learn more about Fretlight guitars go to www.fretlight.com This Application is developed and maintained by Great Apptitude, an independent app developer for use with the Fretlight Guitar. Optek Music Systems, the owner of the Fretlight Guitar brand, accepts no responsibility for the development, maintenance or support for this Application.
Rhythm Learning
Practice reading rhythms from sheet music with this application. It offers a limited free trial for users to experience its rhythm training capabilities. Further practice sessions are available through in-app purchases.
- Rhythm reading practice
- Sheet music analysis
- In-app purchase options
- Beginner-friendly interface
- Sight-reading improvement
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This is an app for practicing reading rhythms from sheet music. You can practice 10 times for free.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Rhythm Learning at Free against StringMaster Jam's $8.99. Rhythm Learning also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months). StringMaster Jam's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.4). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Rhythm Learning is free to download; StringMaster Jam costs $8.99 up front. StringMaster Jam sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Rhythm Learning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
StringMaster Jam ships an update every 8 months, Rhythm Learning every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StringMaster Jam | Rhythm Learning |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (327 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 327 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 169 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Great Apptitude Pty Ltd | Jumpei Adachi |
Bugs and requests
StringMaster Jam
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Rhythm Learning
Reported bugs
9 issues- No sound after purchasing paid version
- Cannot return after score display
- App freezes/becomes unresponsive
- Cannot play after Level 3 in 4/4 time
- Click sound doesn't start from beat 1
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- Metro sound continues after returning
- App not working on iOS 16.1.2
- App not working after initial install
- Screen doesn't enlarge in landscape mode
Requested features
16 requests- Add sextuplets and 32nd notes
- Simultaneous LH/RH polyrhythms
- Tap length judgment
- Audio delay adjustment
- MIDI support for piano connection
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- Customizable rhythm patterns
- More time signatures
- Smaller screen/more measures setting
- Manual input of ethnic rhythms
- Remove pre-phrase pauses
- Shuffle pattern implementation
- Change color at 100%
- Learning mode with sound/counting
- Add answer check for correct rhythm
- Metronome sound change in bonus mode
- Higher difficulty levels
In-app purchases
StringMaster Jam
- Enable All Instruments$3.99
- Metronome And Tuner$3.99
- StringMaster Pro Upgrade$8.99
Rhythm Learning
- Paid Version$4.99
Questions
Is StringMaster Jam free?
Is Rhythm Learning free?
Do StringMaster Jam or Rhythm Learning have ads?
Which is updated more often, StringMaster Jam or Rhythm Learning?
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