# MusicReader vs BrassXcerpts

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BrassXcerpts at 100% against MusicReader's 55%. BrassXcerpts also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). MusicReader's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On ratings volume, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

MusicReader is free to download; BrassXcerpts costs $4.99 up front. MusicReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BrassXcerpts asks for nothing beyond the download.

BrassXcerpts holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of MusicReader's written reviews are positive against 100% of BrassXcerpts's.

MusicReader ships an update every 2 weeks, BrassXcerpts every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MusicReader | BrassXcerpts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musicreader/id1462173924/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brassxcerpts/id1503907981/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 266 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leoné MusicReader B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/364580608) | [Alexander Burdiss](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496727055) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### BrassXcerpts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brassxcerpts/id1503907981)

Access a comprehensive library of orchestral audition excerpts for all brass instruments. Find global audition openings with required parts and practice them with versatile tools. View excerpts by instrument or multiple at once, and randomize or save favorites.

**Highlights:** Orchestral audition excerpts, All brass instruments, View by instrument, Global audition openings, Randomize excerpts, Save favorite excerpts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MusicReader free?

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

### Is BrassXcerpts free?

BrassXcerpts costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MusicReader or BrassXcerpts?

BrassXcerpts is rated higher. MusicReader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while BrassXcerpts averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do MusicReader or BrassXcerpts have ads?

Neither MusicReader nor BrassXcerpts shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MusicReader or BrassXcerpts?

MusicReader ships an update every 2 weeks, and BrassXcerpts every 3 months. Most recently, MusicReader was updated on October 10, 2026 and BrassXcerpts on October 7, 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.*