Comparison

Notey vs Hockey Positioning

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Notey

This app transforms guitar learning into an engaging game where your instrument acts as the controller. It offers a fun, structured path for beginners, especially children, to learn real songs and skills through interactive gameplay.

Highlights
  • Guitar as controller
  • Learn real songs
  • Structured learning path
  • Progress tracking for parents
  • Interactive gameplay
  • Designed for kids
Features
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Most kids quit guitar when practice starts to feel like work. Notey is different. Your guitar is the controller, and the game only works when you play it. Kids aren't doing lessons with game elements. They're playing a game that teaches them music. Created by Grammy-winning musicians. Designed to be fun first, educational always. WHY IT WORKS —————————————— >>> REAL GAMEPLAY Not just gamified lessons. Designed to be fun on its own. >>> REAL SONGS. REAL PROGRESS. Start simple and build toward songs kids recognize and feel proud to play. >>> GUIDED WINS, NOT GUESSWORK A clear path means kids always know what to do next. HOW IT WORKS —————————————— - Place your device in front of you and start playing - Your guitar is the controller — Notey listens in real time and responds as you play - Short sessions. Real progress. BUILT FOR FAMILIES —————————————— Created specifically for kids learning guitar at home. - Structured learning path - Progress parents can see and hear - No lesson planning required - While designed for kids, beginner learners of any age are welcome. WHAT YOU NEED —————————————— - iPhone or iPad - Acoustic, electric, or classical guitar CONTACT US —————————————— - Questions or feedback? Email us at marketing@notey.co - Support: support@notey.co - Privacy Policy: https://notey.co/privacy - Terms of Service: https://notey.co/terms

About

Hockey Positioning

This app helps hockey players learn and master strategic playing techniques. Explore different positions and elevate your game with detailed insights.

Highlights
  • Explore playing techniques
  • Master strategic positioning
  • Elevate hockey game
  • Learn player positions
Features
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Does your child chase the puck every shift? Hockey Positioning™ is the first app built specifically to teach young players where to be on the ice — for every position, at every puck location. Move the puck anywhere on the ice and watch all five players move to exactly where they should be. Tap the Coach icon for pro tips on what to do when your team has the puck, when the opponent has it, and when you have it yourself. WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN: Full ice positioning for every player position Power play positioning in the offensive zone Penalty kill positioning in the defensive zone Faceoff positioning and responsibilities What to do with and without the puck FEATURES: Interactive ice surface — drag the puck and watch players react Coach tips for every position at every puck location Choose your position — Center, Left Wing, Right Wing, Left Defense, Right Defense, or Goalie 4 jersey color options to personalize your experience Fun sound effects and Deke the hockey puck mascot Programmed by hockey enthusiasts and professionals BUILT FOR YOUNG PLAYERS: Hockey Positioning™ was designed for players ages 5–13 and adults new to hockey. The app makes positional play visual, interactive, and fun — no chalkboard diagrams or complicated systems. SUBSCRIPTION: $9.99/month. No long term commitments — cancel at any time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.hockeypositioning.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Notey4 screens
Hockey Positioning4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Notey at 4.4 against Hockey Positioning's 3.7. Notey also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 54%) and ratings volume (246 vs 10). Hockey Positioning's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Notey sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Hockey Positioning asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notey holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notey has 246 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Notey's written reviews are positive against 54% of Hockey Positioning's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notey ships an update fortnightly, Hockey Positioning every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Notey versus Hockey Positioning: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteyHockey Positioning
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (246 ratings) — better3.7 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews — better53.8% of reviews
Number of ratings246 — better10
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size1.3 GB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNotey Inc.Consumer information Systems, Inc.

Customer experience

Notey

All ratings246 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral2.4%
Negative13.0%

Hockey Positioning

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.2%

Bugs and requests

Notey

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Levels freezing with mic setting screen open
  • Challenges not starting properly after restarting
  • Informational prompts disappearing too quickly

Requested features

5 requests
  • More song/level variety
  • Customizable curriculum and progress tracking
  • Expanded support for different instruments
  • Offline mode or downloadable content
  • Improved performance and stability

Hockey Positioning

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Notey

Subscriptions7
  • Notey's World Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • One Free Month Subscription1 Month trial$14.991 Month
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  • One Year Half Off Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Six Month Subscription$69.996 Months
  • Yearly Subscription$99.991 Year
  • Notey's World Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time3
  • Beatcoin 500$4.99
  • Beatcoin 1000$8.99
  • Lifetime Access$139.99
None

Hockey Positioning

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notey free?
Notey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hockey Positioning free?
Hockey Positioning is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Notey or Hockey Positioning?
Notey is rated higher. Notey averages 4.4 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while Hockey Positioning averages 3.7 from 10 ratings.
Do Notey or Hockey Positioning have ads?
Neither Notey nor Hockey Positioning shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notey or Hockey Positioning?
Notey ships an update fortnightly, and Hockey Positioning every 2 weeks. Most recently, Notey was updated on November 11, 2026 and Hockey Positioning on November 4, 2026.

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