# Rhythm Cat 2 vs melotap

The clearest difference is rating: melotap at 5.0 against Rhythm Cat 2's 4.5. melotap 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 (33 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

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

melotap 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 33 ratings behind it against 2, 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 melotap's.

Rhythm Cat 2 ships an update every 20 months, melotap every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rhythm Cat 2 | melotap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $7.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-cat-2/id1203856938/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melotap/id6747925463/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33** | 2 |
| 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 | **#83** | #124 |
| Size | 83 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [James Uhart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578550806) | [Nastaran Khanbabaei](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823432684) |

## What reviewers say

### Rhythm Cat 2

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

**Currently charting:** #83 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


### melotap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melotap/id6747925463)

**Currently charting:** #124 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

A serene musical rhythm game focused on melody and relaxation. Enjoy over 80 handcrafted tracks with new tunes added weekly. Its simple gameplay, soft visuals, and satisfying taps create a meditative yet engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Handcrafted rhythm levels, Classical and folk tunes, Over 80 tracks, New tunes added weekly, Clean, minimal design, Hand-drawn illustrations, Satisfying taps with haptics

**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 melotap free?

melotap costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Rhythm Cat 2 or melotap?

melotap is rated higher. Rhythm Cat 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while melotap averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Rhythm Cat 2 or melotap have ads?

Neither Rhythm Cat 2 nor melotap shows ads.

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

Rhythm Cat 2 ships an update every 20 months, and melotap every 2 months. Most recently, Rhythm Cat 2 was updated on October 24, 2026 and melotap on October 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Rhythm Cat 2 or melotap?

Rhythm Cat 2 currently peaks at #83 in the App Store charts, and melotap at #124. 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.*