# Rhythm Cat 2 vs Note Climb

The clearest difference is rating: Note Climb at 5.0 against Rhythm Cat 2's 4.5. Note Climb also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 69%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 20 months). Rhythm Cat 2's advantage is ratings volume (32 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Rhythm Cat 2 costs $7.99 and Note Climb $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Note Climb holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rhythm Cat 2 has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Rhythm Cat 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Note Climb's.

Rhythm Cat 2 ships an update every 20 months, Note Climb every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rhythm Cat 2 | Note Climb |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $7.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-cat-2/id1203856938/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-climb-learn-music-notes/id6478879309/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #80 | **#34** |
| Size | 83 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Uhart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578550806) | [Laura Gabrielson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625473126) |

## What reviewers say

### Rhythm Cat 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-cat-2/id1203856938)

**Currently charting:** #80 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

Master music rhythm reading with this engaging game. Progress through challenging levels and play along to a variety of songs, from originals to classical pieces. Developed with musicians and educators, it's a fun way to improve your musical notation skills for any instrument.

**Highlights:** 60 progressive difficulty levels, 30 original and classical songs, Game-like interface, Learn common musical rhythms, Improve reading skills for all instruments

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Note Climb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-climb-learn-music-notes/id6478879309)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

This game transforms music note learning into an exciting head-to-head race. Compete against a friend or AI to identify notes on the musical staff, with correct answers boosting your climb and incorrect ones causing a slide. It offers customizable practice and engaging visual themes.

**Highlights:** 2-player real-time racing gameplay, Customizable note practice, Multiple visual themes, English and Fixed Do solfège support, Grand Staff or Single Staff options, Treble, bass, alto, tenor clef support, Targeted note range selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rhythm Cat 2 free?

Rhythm Cat 2 costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Note Climb free?

Note Climb costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Rhythm Cat 2 or Note Climb?

Note Climb is rated higher. Rhythm Cat 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Note Climb averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Rhythm Cat 2 or Note Climb have ads?

Neither Rhythm Cat 2 nor Note Climb shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rhythm Cat 2 or Note Climb?

Rhythm Cat 2 ships an update every 20 months, and Note Climb every 2 months. Most recently, Rhythm Cat 2 was updated on September 24, 2026 and Note Climb on September 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Rhythm Cat 2 or Note Climb?

Rhythm Cat 2 currently peaks at #80 in the App Store charts, and Note Climb at #34. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*