Comparison

Notey vs CLocked App

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

CLocked App

This app helps students focus during class by limiting access to non-essential applications. Schools and teachers can customize allowed apps, while individual accommodations are supported. It uses a QR code system for easy activation and automatically lifts restrictions after class.

Highlights
  • QR code clock-in for class mode
  • Teacher-defined allowed app lists
  • Individual student accommodations
  • Automatic restriction removal
  • Secure, privacy-focused design
Features
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CLocked helps schools create focused, distraction-free classrooms without taking away the tools students actually need to learn. With a single QR scan, students "clock in" to class mode. While clocked in, only the apps your school or teacher approves stay available. When class ends, full access returns automatically. No manual setup. No confusing settings. WHY SCHOOLS CHOOSE CLOCKED - Built on Apple Screen Time. Restrictions are applied securely and on-device using Apple's own framework, not workarounds. - Teachers stay in control. Allowed apps are defined by class, period, or schedule. - Inclusive by design. IEP and 504 accommodations are fully supported, so students who need specific apps keep access at all times. - Phone calls always work. Students can reach emergency contacts even while clocked in. - Hands-off for students. Just scan and go. HOW IT WORKS 1. Your school provides a school code to get started. 2. Students scan a QR code in class to activate class mode. 3. Only approved apps are available while clocked in. 4. When the day ends or the student clocks out, normal use resumes. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST CLocked collects no data from this app. App rules apply only during school hours and only when a student clocks in. Your device is yours the rest of the time. Designed for grades 6 to 12 and higher education that want fewer distractions without blocking essential learning tools. CLocked requires a school code to use. Ask your school if CLocked is part of their program.

Screenshots

Notey4 screens
CLocked App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Notey at 84% against CLocked App's 5%. Notey also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.2) and device support (3 vs 1). CLocked App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. CLocked App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notey holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 238 and 142 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Notey's written reviews are positive against 5% of CLocked App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notey ships an update fortnightly, CLocked App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Notey versus CLocked App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteyCLocked App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (238 ratings) — better1.2 (142 ratings)
Positive reviews84.4% of reviews — better4.5% of reviews
Number of ratings238 — better142
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB9 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperNotey Inc.CLocked Mobile

Customer experience

Notey

All ratings238 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral5.5%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews122 reviews
Positive84.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative13.1%

CLocked App

All ratings142 ratings
Positive3.5%
Neutral0.7%
Negative95.8%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive4.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative95.5%

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

CLocked App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Notey

Subscriptions8
  • 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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  • Six Month HalfOff Subscription6 Months trial$44.996 Months
  • 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-time4
  • Beatcoin 500$4.99
  • Beatcoin 1000$8.99
  • Beatcoin 2000$14.99
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  • Lifetime Access$139.99
None

CLocked App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notey free?
Notey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CLocked App free?
CLocked App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Notey or CLocked App?
Notey is rated higher. Notey averages 4.4 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while CLocked App averages 1.2 from 142 ratings.
Do Notey or CLocked App have ads?
Neither Notey nor CLocked App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notey or CLocked App?
Notey ships an update fortnightly, and CLocked App every 9 days. Most recently, Notey was updated on October 17, 2026 and CLocked App on October 14, 2026.

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