# Music Reader vs Violin Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Music Reader at 4.5 against Violin Simulator's 1.9. Music Reader also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 22%) and ratings volume (188 vs 13). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Music Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Violin Simulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Music Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Music Reader has 188 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Music Reader's written reviews are positive against 22% of Violin Simulator's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Music Reader | Violin Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-reader-sheet-music-note/id1491308446/reviews)** | [1.9 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violin-simulator/id6463489202/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **188** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **52.1% of reviews** | 22.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 183 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [嵩 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1091921941) | [Ammonite Design Studios Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/460176444) |

## What reviewers say

### Music Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-reader-sheet-music-note/id1491308446)

This app is a comprehensive tool for sheet music. It allows users to view, learn, listen, mark, and play musical scores. It supports various music genres and instruments, acting as a portable songbook and powerful player.

**Highlights:** View and play sheet music, Mark and annotate scores, Import MusicXML and NotationPad files, Supports dark mode, Transposition (PRO), Change instrument parts (PRO)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Access | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Access | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Access | $14.99 | per year |


### Violin Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violin-simulator/id6463489202)

Experience the magic of playing the violin on your device. This app offers a true-to-life simulation with note markers and a metronome to help you learn and play at your own pace. Perfect for beginners and music enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** True-to-life violin simulation, Note markers for guidance, Learn and play at your own pace, Integrated metronome, Offline play with subscription

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Violin Simulator Subscription | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Music Reader free?

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

### Is Violin Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Music Reader or Violin Simulator?

Music Reader is rated higher. Music Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while Violin Simulator averages 1.9 from 13 ratings.

### Do Music Reader or Violin Simulator have ads?

Both Music Reader and Violin Simulator show ads.

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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.*