# Music Scroll vs MusicReader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MusicReader at 55% against Music Scroll's 0%. MusicReader also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). Music Scroll's advantage is iOS requirement (8.1 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Music Scroll sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and MusicReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MusicReader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Music Scroll's written reviews are positive against 55% of MusicReader's.

Music Scroll ships an update monthly, MusicReader every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Music Scroll | MusicReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-scroll/id1100789373/reviews) | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musicreader/id1462173924/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **54.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [John Keyes](https://appshunter.io/developer/640681644) | [Leoné MusicReader B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/364580608) |

## What reviewers say

### Music Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-scroll/id1100789373)

Digitize sheet music by taking photos and have it scroll at your desired tempo. Organize your music into playlists, edit with markup tools, and share with others. Practice efficiently with visual tempo aids.

**Highlights:** Scan sheet music with device camera, Import images from photo library, Cut and arrange sheet music into strips, Adjust playback tempo, Visual tempo display, Create and manage playlists, Markup tools (text, pencil, eraser)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock 5 New Song Slots | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 10 New Song Slots | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ten Markups | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 25 New Song Slots | $7.99 | one-time |
| Twenty-Five Markups | $10.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 50 New Song Slots | $11.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 100 New Song Slots | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Premium for 1 Year | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fifty Markups | $19.99 | one-time |
| Temporary Unlimited Song Slots and Markups | $19.99 | one-time |


### MusicReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musicreader/id1462173924)

Transform your devices into an electronic music stand with a complete sheet music solution. Manage, annotate, and access your scores offline or via cloud sync. Features include a metronome, recorder, and hands-free page turning.

**Highlights:** Offline music playback, Customizable music library, Versatile display options, In-app annotations, Hands-free page turning, Integrated music tools, Cross-device synchronization

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MRSync Subscription 1 Year | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Music Scroll free?

Music Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MusicReader free?

MusicReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Music Scroll or MusicReader?

MusicReader is rated higher. Music Scroll averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while MusicReader averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Music Scroll or MusicReader have ads?

Neither Music Scroll nor MusicReader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Music Scroll or MusicReader?

Music Scroll ships an update monthly, and MusicReader every 9 days. Most recently, Music Scroll was updated on October 24, 2026 and MusicReader on October 24, 2026.

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