# iMproviser vs Learn Saxophone

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Learn Saxophone at 64% against iMproviser's 0%. Learn Saxophone also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.5) and update cadence (weekly vs every 73 months). iMproviser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 28) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Learn Saxophone sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $16.49 per month. iMproviser asks for nothing beyond the download.

Learn Saxophone holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn Saxophone has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of iMproviser's written reviews are positive against 64% of Learn Saxophone's.

iMproviser ships an update every 73 months, Learn Saxophone weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMproviser | Learn Saxophone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/improviser/id414087216/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-saxophone-tonestro/id1447013289/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **64.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 73 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Formatics](https://appshunter.io/developer/398621806) | [fun.music IT GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1365630759) |

## What reviewers say

### iMproviser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/improviser/id414087216)

Learn to improvise jazz and blues music with practical exercises. This app offers 6 pages of exercises in all 12 keys, suitable for all wind instruments.

**Highlights:** Jazz and blues improvisation, Practical exercises, 12 keys, All wind instruments, Beginner-friendly

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Learn Saxophone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-saxophone-tonestro/id1447013289)

Learn to play various saxophone types with real-time feedback on rhythm and pitch. Features a tuner, metronome, and a large collection of songs and lessons for all skill levels. Offers weekly challenges to motivate practice and improvement.

**Highlights:** Live feedback on rhythm and pitch, Integrated saxophone tuner, Metronome and play-along tracks, Large song and lesson library, Fingering charts, Weekly challenges

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Learn saxophone - 1 month | $16.49 | per month |
| Learn SAXOPHONE - 1 Month | $17.49 | per month |
| tonestro Premium | $29.99 | per month |
| Learn Saxophone - Premium | $39.99 | per month |
| tonestro Premium | $39.99 | per month |
| tonestro Premium | $44.49 | per month |
| Special saxophone offer | $59.99 | per year |
| Welcome offer | $64.99 | per year |
| Special saxophone offer | $83.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Learn to Play the Saxophone | $103.99 | per year |
| One-Time Special Offer | $109.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $109.99 | per year |
| Learn to Play the Saxophone | $111.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $149.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $149.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $149.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $149.99 | per year |
| tonestro Premium | $224.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app for beginners
- 🚀 Helps with learning and improving skills
- 💡 Gamifies the learning process
- 👍 Provides feedback and guidance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free content, requires subscription
- 🐛 Inconsistent note recognition
- 🐛 Glitchy metronome
- 🐛 Inaccurate pitch detection

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes
- Subscription issues, unable to cancel
- Microphone not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add more song options and genres
- Improve note and pitch recognition accuracy
- Provide fingering charts and more guidance for beginners
- Allow users to upload their own sheet music


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMproviser free?

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

### Is Learn Saxophone free?

Learn Saxophone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iMproviser or Learn Saxophone?

Learn Saxophone is rated higher. iMproviser averages 1.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Learn Saxophone averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do iMproviser or Learn Saxophone have ads?

Learn Saxophone shows ads; iMproviser does not.

### Which is updated more often, iMproviser or Learn Saxophone?

iMproviser ships an update every 73 months, and Learn Saxophone weekly. Most recently, iMproviser was updated on October 1, 2026 and Learn Saxophone on October 19, 2026.

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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.*