Comparison

Harmonica Tuner Pro vs Harmonica University

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Harmonica Tuner Pro

This app assists harmonica players in tuning their instruments. It listens to sounds, displays frequencies and notes, and indicates accuracy with color-coding. Users can define custom harmonicas and record audio-visual feedback.

Highlights
  • Precise tuning algorithm
  • Supports multiple harmonica keys
  • Customizable harmonica definitions
  • Note accuracy indicator
  • Audio and screen recording
  • Save and share recordings
Features
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Application Harmonica Tuner PRO (@harmonicatuner) fills the gap in the App Store for tunning sounds for harmonica players. The application has precise, simple and fast algorithm. Harmos: Key of C, A, D, G, E, F, Bb, B, Eb and possibility to define new one. Numbers from 1 to 10 present holes for blowing or drawing. Row above with notes presents note for blow, and row below - note for draw. Other notes are obtained via bending, overblow and overdraw etc. @harmonicatuner works: 1. Listen to sounds and if there is a proper amplitude, the app shows frequency and note with number of octaves. 2. If the sound is harmonica's note, th en the note lights in yellow, red or green color. It depends on accuracy of the sound. @harmonicatuner is for users who play many different kind of harmonica (not only key of C). @harmonicatuner allows to define your own harmonica and setup value of parameters. In the @harmonicatuner you may define showing amplitude (amp), frequency (fre), notes (not) and accuracy from sound pattern (acc). From 3.0 version you may edit and view defined harmos. @harmonicatuner may record videos: sounds from the mic including screen; this video you may save and share. You may save and share recordings with your friends or teacher. Additional information about @harmonicatuner: - http://www.teska.pl/home/harmonica/ - https://www.facebook.com/harmonicatuner/ - video describing features (4'19"): https://youtu.be/22odXEOlyAs

About

Harmonica University

Master the diatonic harmonica with structured lessons, songs, and exercises. This app guides beginners to advanced players through essential techniques, blues styles, and improvisation.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step lessons
  • Harmonica tabs and videos
  • Riffs, licks, and songs
  • Blues harmonica techniques
  • Improvisation training
  • Practice tools
Features
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Want to learn how to play the harmonica? Harmonica University is the ultimate harmonica learning app for beginners, intermediate players, and advanced musicians. Whether you want to play blues, rock, folk, country, jazz or modern styles, this all-in-one platform gives you everything you need to master the harmonica faster. Created by a professional session harmonica player and teacher, Harmonica University combines step-by-step lessons, songs, sheet music, riffs, exercises, tablature, videos, and practice tools into one powerful learning system. If you’ve always wanted to learn harmonica but didn’t know where to start, this app makes it simple, structured, and fun. Follow a clear learning path that teaches the essential skills every harmonica player needs: • Harmonica basics and beginner techniques • Playing clean single notes and great tone • Blues harmonica fundamentals • Bending notes (the most important blues technique) • Harmonica breathing techniques • Rhythm, groove, and timing • Improvisation and jamming • Riffs, licks, and classic harmonica phrases • Playing songs on harmonica • Scales and music theory for harmonica players • Instrument maintenance and customization Whether you're picking up a harmonica for the first time or leveling up your skills, Harmonica University gives you a clear roadmap to follow. Massive Library of Harmonica Lessons: Inside the app you’ll find a growing collection of lessons covering... • Beginner harmonica lessons • Blues harmonica training • Harmonica riffs and licks • Songs and practice exercises • Beatbox harmonica techniques • Improvisation training • Music theory for harmonica • Bending mastery • Advanced techniques like overblows and overdraws Lessons include audio, video, tabs, and detailed explanations so you always know exactly what to play. Easy-to-Read Harmonica Tabs: Learn songs, riffs, and solos quickly using clear harmonica tablature (tabs). Tabs show exactly which holes to play and when, making it one of the easiest ways to start playing real music on harmonica. Unlike generic music apps, Harmonica University is designed specifically for harmonica players. Features include: • Audio demonstrations and play-along tracks • Clear and detailed harmonica tabs • Technique breakdowns and exercises • Structured lesson paths • Song-based learning so you can start making music quickly Learn Blues Harmonica: The harmonica is famous for its soulful blues sound. Learn how to bend notes, play blues scales, create expressive riffs, and improvise over blues progressions. Perfect For: • Complete beginners learning their first harmonica • Intermediate players improving tone and technique • Musicians adding harmonica to their skill set • Blues lovers who want to master blues harmonica • Anyone who wants to jam, improvise, or write riffs Download Harmonica University today and level up big time. INFORMATION ABOUT THE APP AND PURCHASE OPTIONS By signing up, you will get access to subscription(s) that include features such as progress tracking, and offline sync. The download of Harmonica University is free of charge. Should you use Harmonica University app to access in-app content, we offer one of the following options: Subscription based plan(s) - a recurring payment will be charged to your credit card after the trial period ends and when a subscription renews. A subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. There is no increase in price when renewing. Subscription(s) can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in the App Store after purchase. One-time purchase based plan(s) - a payment will be charged to your credit card only once. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy: https://passion.io/terms-of-service https://passion.io/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Harmonica Tuner Pro4 screens
Harmonica University4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Harmonica University at Free against Harmonica Tuner Pro's $3.99. Harmonica Tuner Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 28) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Harmonica University is free to download; Harmonica Tuner Pro costs $3.99 up front. Harmonica University sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Harmonica Tuner Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Harmonica Tuner Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Harmonica Tuner Pro's written reviews are positive against 75% of Harmonica University's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Harmonica Tuner Pro ships an update fortnightly, Harmonica University every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Harmonica Tuner Pro versus Harmonica University: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHarmonica Tuner ProHarmonica University
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (6 ratings) — better3.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews68.2% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacek TeskaMusic Box Music LLC

Customer experience

Harmonica Tuner Pro

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative27.3%

Harmonica University

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Harmonica Tuner Pro

No in-app purchases

28 purchases

Harmonica University

Subscriptions25
  • Hobbyist14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Bendr Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Bryn Fan$10.001 Month
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  • Starter7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Harmonica Only$19.991 Month
  • Harmonica Mastery$19.991 Month
  • Monthly Membership$19.991 Month
  • Omega$25.001 Month
  • Macro (monthly) 30-day$29.001 Month
  • Standard7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • PRO14 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Beginner$29.991 Month
  • BENDR Subscription14 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • BENDR Special Offer$29.991 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Month
  • Elite7 Days trial$49.991 Month
  • Advanced$49.991 Month
  • Bryn Fan (annual)$60.001 Year
  • Annual$97.001 Year
  • Annual Membership$99.001 Year
  • BENDR Annual$99.001 Year
  • Harmonica Only (annual)$196.991 Year
  • Annual DIY$196.991 Year
  • Omega (annual)$229.001 Month
  • Macro (30-day trial)$229.001 Year
One-time3
  • Beginners Course Bundle$97.00
  • Intermediate Bundle$196.99
  • Gold Course Bundle$299.00

Questions

Is Harmonica Tuner Pro free?
Harmonica Tuner Pro costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Harmonica University free?
Harmonica University is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Harmonica Tuner Pro or Harmonica University?
Harmonica Tuner Pro is rated higher. Harmonica Tuner Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Harmonica University averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Harmonica Tuner Pro or Harmonica University have ads?
Harmonica University shows ads; Harmonica Tuner Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Harmonica Tuner Pro or Harmonica University?
Harmonica Tuner Pro ships an update fortnightly, and Harmonica University every 2 months. Most recently, Harmonica Tuner Pro was updated on September 19, 2026 and Harmonica University on September 30, 2026.

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