# Fretboard Learning vs Perfect Pitch Challenge

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Fretboard Learning at 70% against Perfect Pitch Challenge's 7%. Fretboard Learning also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fretboard Learning sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Perfect Pitch Challenge sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fretboard Learning holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 487 and 853 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Fretboard Learning's written reviews are positive against 7% of Perfect Pitch Challenge's.

Fretboard Learning ships an update every 3 days, Perfect Pitch Challenge every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fretboard Learning | Perfect Pitch Challenge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (487 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fretboard-learning/id1554316449/reviews)** | [4.0 (853 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-pitch-challenge/id6737245651/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 487 | **853** |
| Positive reviews | **69.8% of reviews** | 7.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #182 | **#111** |
| Size | 38 MB | 220 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mustapha AOUAS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553171747) | [Duman Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626841214) |

## What reviewers say

### Fretboard Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fretboard-learning/id1554316449)

**Currently charting:** #182 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Master the guitar fretboard with interactive games and comprehensive learning tools. Practice your ear, learn hundreds of chords and scales, and customize your learning experience with various tunings and modes. Track your progress with detailed statistics and explore music harmony.

**Highlights:** Educational games for fretboard notes, Learn over 500 chords, Master all scales in different boxes, Customizable tunings, Left-handed mode, Interactive Circle of Fifths, Metronome

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access Package | $1.49 | per month |
| All Access Package | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎮 Fun and engaging game mechanics
- 💰 Affordable one-time purchase ($10 lifetime)
- 🔒 Strong privacy policy and ethical practices
- ⚡ Effective fretboard learning tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound feature produces generic beep instead of guitar notes
- 🐛 Audio identify-by-sound feature frequently non-functional
- 💳 Confusing pricing model and subscription confusion
- 🔐 Left-handed mode locked behind paywall
- 📱 Vertical-only orientation doesn't match guitar playing position

**Reported bugs**

- Identify by sound produces no audio or disturbing beep sound
- Notes on lower half of fretboard not selectable
- Missing button for sharps/flats (D# not available when shown)
- Low E string gets stuck on D in custom tuning setup
- Broken links to Twitter and website in about section

**Requested features**

- Octave differentiation (C1, C2, C3, etc.)
- Support for different number of strings and instruments (bass)
- Actual guitar note sounds instead of generic beep
- Horizontal/landscape orientation support
- Ability to select specific frets and notes in all game modes


### Perfect Pitch Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-pitch-challenge/id6737245651)

**Currently charting:** #111 Top Free · Music, #199 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Develop your musical ear and pitch recognition skills with interactive games and challenges. Practice singing notes accurately using your voice and explore various modes designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced musicians.

**Highlights:** Pitch recognition training, Voice input for accuracy testing, Dynamic tap and hold runner mode, Increasing difficulty levels, Do re mi game mode, Note recognition mastery

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | per month |
| 300 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 800 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Able to detect pitch accurately
- 🤩 Discovered perfect pitch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Microphone issues
- 🤖 Automatically passes challenges
- 🤔 Unresponsive to user input
- 💤 Slow and glitchy
- 🤯 Disappointing experience

**Reported bugs**

- Microphone not working
- Challenges not registering user input correctly

**Requested features**

- Improve microphone responsiveness
- Ensure challenges require user skill
- Add difficulty settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fretboard Learning free?

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

### Is Perfect Pitch Challenge free?

Perfect Pitch Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fretboard Learning or Perfect Pitch Challenge?

Fretboard Learning is rated higher. Fretboard Learning averages 4.7 out of 5 from 487 ratings, while Perfect Pitch Challenge averages 4.0 from 853 ratings.

### Do Fretboard Learning or Perfect Pitch Challenge have ads?

Perfect Pitch Challenge shows ads; Fretboard Learning does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fretboard Learning or Perfect Pitch Challenge?

Fretboard Learning ships an update every 3 days, and Perfect Pitch Challenge every 4 days. Most recently, Fretboard Learning was updated on November 7, 2026 and Perfect Pitch Challenge on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Fretboard Learning or Perfect Pitch Challenge?

Fretboard Learning currently peaks at #182 in the App Store charts, and Perfect Pitch Challenge at #111. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*