Comparison

Notey vs Guitartopia

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

Guitartopia

Features
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Guitartopia is a world made for guitar learners: a gamified town where every stop teaches you something real. Built for absolute beginners through intermediate players. Ten minutes a day, real progress. EXPLORE THE TOWN Wander an illustrated map where each building is a different way to practice. - Campfire: singalong classics with easy chords, made for strumming along - Song of the Day: fresh daily song picks to keep your streak alive - The Gym: technique drills that build speed, accuracy, and clean chord changes - University: structured lessons that take you from first chord to confident player - Open Mic: record a take, share it with the town, and cheer on other players - Chat Lounge: hang out and talk guitar with fellow learners - Games and Leaderboard: play, compete, and climb the town rankings - Tuner: a built-in tuner so you are always ready to play TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Your profile keeps your streaks, saved songs, and achievements in one place, so you can see how far you have come since your first chord. MEMBERSHIP Guitartopia is free to explore. Citizen membership unlocks every song, drill, and lesson, and lets you reroll the daily picks. Founders Pass includes everything in Citizen plus a private 1-on-1 channel with a guitar coach, who replies personally. Subscriptions are billed to your Apple ID account and renew automatically until cancelled in Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged at confirmation of purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://guitartopia.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://guitartopia.com/privacy Questions, ideas, or feedback? hello@guitartopia.com

Screenshots

Notey4 screens
Guitartopia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Notey at none against Guitartopia's shown. Notey also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Guitartopia's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases 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 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Guitartopia sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notey ships an update fortnightly, Guitartopia every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Notey versus Guitartopia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteyGuitartopia
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (241 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings241 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNotey Inc.Guitartopia Inc.

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

Guitartopia

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
3 purchases

Guitartopia

Subscriptions3
  • Citizen Monthly$9.001 Month
  • Founders Pass$39.001 Month
  • Citizen Yearly$90.001 Year

Questions

Is Notey free?
Notey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guitartopia free?
Guitartopia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Notey or Guitartopia have ads?
Guitartopia shows ads; Notey does not.
Which is updated more often, Notey or Guitartopia?
Notey ships an update fortnightly, and Guitartopia every 2 days. Most recently, Notey was updated on October 30, 2026 and Guitartopia on October 28, 2026.

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