# Music Rhythm Trainer vs Drum Notation by Beat Note

The clearest difference is monetization model: Drum Notation by Beat Note at free with in-app purchases against Music Rhythm Trainer's subscription. Drum Notation by Beat Note also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 72%). Music Rhythm Trainer's advantage is ratings volume (5.1K vs 83). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Music Rhythm Trainer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Drum Notation by Beat Note sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.69 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Music Rhythm Trainer against 4.7 for Drum Notation by Beat Note. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Music Rhythm Trainer has 5.1K ratings behind it against 83, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Music Rhythm Trainer's written reviews are positive against 83% of Drum Notation by Beat Note's.

Music Rhythm Trainer ships an update every 2 weeks, Drum Notation by Beat Note every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Music Rhythm Trainer | Drum Notation by Beat Note |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-rhythm-trainer/id1319997438/reviews)** | [4.7 (83 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-notation-by-beat-note/id1539132475/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 83 |
| Positive reviews | 71.9% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 114 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Guitar Tabs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/399211294) | [Kick Snare Hat Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/945994325) |

## What reviewers say

### Music Rhythm Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-rhythm-trainer/id1319997438)

Master essential rhythmic skills with fun, field-tested exercises. Improve your sight-reading and ear training by practicing daily. This app offers a more efficient and exciting alternative to traditional metronome exercises.

**Highlights:** Master rhythmic skills, Sight reading practice, Ear training exercises, Metronome beat training, Learn to repeat rhythms, Develop sense of rhythm

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for improving rhythm skills
- 🚀 Effective rhythm training
- 💡 Customizable difficulty levels
- 🎨 Visually appealing interface
- 📈 Noticeable improvement in rhythm

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Strict timing requirements
- 🔇 Lack of audio feedback when tapping
- 🕰️ Automatic tempo changes can be disruptive
- 🤔 Limited time for free usage

**Reported bugs**

- Rhythm not registering correctly
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- App freezing or crashing
- Inconsistent feedback on performance

**Requested features**

- Ability to set custom tempo
- More time signature options
- Sight reading exercises with no pre-hearing
- Metronome volume adjustment
- Progress tracking and statistics


### Drum Notation by Beat Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-notation-by-beat-note/id1539132475)

Create, practice, and share drum music notation with ease. This app transforms sequenced beats into professional sheet music, offering tools for composition, transcription, and interactive teaching. Enhance your drumming journey with customizable practice sessions and high-quality export options.

**Highlights:** Sequencer to notation conversion, Compose and transcribe drum beats, Customizable practice sessions, Interactive teaching tools, High-quality PDF and image export, Multiple notation voicing options

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Educator Tier Monthly (No Trial) | $6.69 | per month |
| Creator Tier Monthly (No Trial) | $13.49 | per month |
| Educator Tier Annual (No Trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| Educator Tier Annual + Free Trial | $59.99 | per year |
| Creator Tier Annual + Free Trial | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and efficient notation
- 🎶 Great sound playback
- 💡 Excellent for teaching and learning
- ✍️ Simple to write exercises and ideas

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💸 High annual cost
- 🆓 Limited free version
- 🚫 No one-time purchase option
- 🤔 Subscription model makes little sense to some

**Reported bugs**

- Preview rarely matches notes on staff
- Sometimes doesn't play any notes
- Sounds not always appropriate for instrument voicing
- Editing measures is inconvenient
- Free trial charged immediately

**Requested features**

- 7/8 time signature support
- Syncing between devices
- Web version
- Native Mac/Windows apps
- Add text or notes to notations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Music Rhythm Trainer free?

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

### Is Drum Notation by Beat Note free?

Drum Notation by Beat Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Music Rhythm Trainer or Drum Notation by Beat Note?

Music Rhythm Trainer is rated higher. Music Rhythm Trainer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Drum Notation by Beat Note averages 4.7 from 83 ratings.

### Do Music Rhythm Trainer or Drum Notation by Beat Note have ads?

Neither Music Rhythm Trainer nor Drum Notation by Beat Note shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Music Rhythm Trainer or Drum Notation by Beat Note?

Music Rhythm Trainer ships an update every 2 weeks, and Drum Notation by Beat Note every 9 days. Most recently, Music Rhythm Trainer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Drum Notation by Beat Note on September 19, 2026.

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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.*