# ScaleClock vs eBatuque

The clearest difference is rating: ScaleClock at 5.0 against eBatuque's 3.9. ScaleClock also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). eBatuque's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (61 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScaleClock sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month and eBatuque sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScaleClock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eBatuque has 61 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ScaleClock ships an update every 5 days, eBatuque every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScaleClock | eBatuque |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scaleclock/id1464221197/reviews)** | [3.9 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebatuque/id1554007194/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **61** |
| Positive reviews | — | 59.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Baile 55 Music LTDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464221196) | [Elton Gomes de Moraes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554007196) |

## What reviewers say

### ScaleClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scaleclock/id1464221197)

Learn and practice musical scales with a comprehensive library and customizable options. Control playback speed, direction, and octaves. Create and save your own unique scales for personalized study.

**Highlights:** Extensive scale library, Custom scale creation, Adjustable playback speed, Scale direction control, Two-octave playback, Transposition tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScaleClock PRO Monthly Plan | $10.99 | per month |
| ScaleClock PRO Annual Plan | $89.99 | per year |
| Plano Mensal | $1.99 | one-time |
| Plano Anual | $11.99 | one-time |


### eBatuque

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebatuque/id1554007194)

Explore a diverse collection of Brazilian percussion loops recorded by renowned musicians. Study your instrument with authentic rhythms like samba, choro, and forró, offering a fun and musical learning experience beyond a simple metronome.

**Highlights:** Authentic Brazilian percussion loops, Study various rhythms (samba, choro, forró, etc.), Adjustable tempo and volume, Instrument panning (L/R), Replace metronome with musical backing

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plano Mensal | $1.99 | per month |
| Plano Mensal | $2.99 | per month |
| Plano Mensal com Desconto | $2.99 | per month |
| Plano Anual | $14.99 | per year |
| Anual Cupom 50 | $14.99 | per year |
| Equivale a R$10,82/mês Plano Anual | $14.99 | per year |
| Anual com Cupom | $14.99 | per year |
| Plano Anual com Desconto 40% | $14.99 | per year |
| Anual Cupom 30 | $14.99 | per year |
| Plano Anual | $19.99 | per year |
| Plano Anual com Desconto | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great tool for practice
- 🎨 High-quality backing tracks
- 💯 Excellent customer support
- 🎶 Variety of rhythms and styles
- 🔊 Realistic and swinging sound quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Login issues, frequent logouts
- 🔑 Password entry problems
- 💰 Subscription model complaints
- 🐛 Crashes and app not opening
- 🤔 Complaints about changes to previous paid model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing on certain rhythms
- Login and registration issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Volume controls getting stuck

**Requested features**

- Count-in click for rhythms
- Start/stop via MIDI
- Rhythm information and sheet music
- Mute/solo for individual instruments
- Ability to save custom configurations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScaleClock free?

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

### Is eBatuque free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ScaleClock or eBatuque?

ScaleClock is rated higher. ScaleClock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while eBatuque averages 3.9 from 61 ratings.

### Do ScaleClock or eBatuque have ads?

ScaleClock shows ads; eBatuque does not.

### Which is updated more often, ScaleClock or eBatuque?

ScaleClock ships an update every 5 days, and eBatuque every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScaleClock was updated on August 29, 2026 and eBatuque on September 21, 2026.

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