# Drum Notation by Beat Note vs Backbeat

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Backbeat at none against Drum Notation by Beat Note's 5. Backbeat also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 83%). Drum Notation by Beat Note's advantage is ratings volume (87 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Drum Notation by Beat Note sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.69 per month. Backbeat asks for nothing beyond the download.

Backbeat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drum Notation by Beat Note has 87 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Drum Notation by Beat Note's written reviews are positive against 100% of Backbeat's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drum Notation by Beat Note | Backbeat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drum-notation-by-beat-note/id1539132475/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backbeat-drum-practice/id6792944827/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **87** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 82.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 81 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kick Snare Hat Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/945994325) | [PETER ANTHONY AFIF](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792944829) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Backbeat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backbeat-drum-practice/id6792944827)

This app helps drummers improve their skills by focusing on rudiments and grooves. It transcribes your playing into musical notation, provides a customizable metronome, and tracks your progress with detailed statistics. Practice routines can be automated to keep you focused and motivated.

**Highlights:** Real-time notation transcription, Rudiment library with target tempos, Customizable metronome with subdivisions, Automated practice routines, Groove generation from text descriptions, Progress tracking and speed curves, Exportable song charts as PDF

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drum Notation by Beat Note free?

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

### Is Backbeat free?

Backbeat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Drum Notation by Beat Note or Backbeat?

Backbeat is rated higher. Drum Notation by Beat Note averages 4.6 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Backbeat averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Drum Notation by Beat Note or Backbeat have ads?

Neither Drum Notation by Beat Note nor Backbeat shows ads.

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