# Flashnote Derby vs Music Unveiled

The clearest difference is price: Music Unveiled at Free against Flashnote Derby's $4.99. Music Unveiled also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (100% vs 69%). Flashnote Derby's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Music Unveiled is free to download; Flashnote Derby costs $4.99 up front. Music Unveiled sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $60.00 per month. Flashnote Derby asks for nothing beyond the download.

Music Unveiled holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashnote Derby has 149 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Flashnote Derby's written reviews are positive against 100% of Music Unveiled's.

Flashnote Derby ships an update every 6 months, Music Unveiled every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashnote Derby | Music Unveiled |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (149 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashnote-derby/id453126527/reviews) | **[5.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-unveiled/id6636512279/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **149** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 69.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | — |
| Size | 110 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Luke Bartolomeo](https://appshunter.io/developer/453126530) | [Music Unveiled, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762906009) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashnote Derby

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashnote-derby/id453126527)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

This app transforms music note learning into an engaging game for young musicians. It offers various ways to practice and play, with customizable drills to suit any student's level. Track progress and make learning fun, whether at home or in lessons.

**Highlights:** Gamified note recognition races, Practice mode with no timer, Play notes on instrument or MIDI, On-screen piano keyboard input, Customizable clefs and note ranges, Multiple engaging themes, Teacher tools for assignments and progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Engaging gamified learning experience with racing themes
- 🎵 Effective tool for learning note reading and music literacy
- 🎨 Customizable themes and visual designs
- ⚙️ Highly customizable settings for notes, speed, and difficulty
- 👨‍🏫 Teacher-friendly features with student tracking and presets

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and app freezing issues
- 🔊 Harsh negative feedback sounds (booing) discourages learners
- 🎵 Inaccurate note detection, especially for E note and lower instruments
- 📱 Poor mobile responsiveness and slider controls on phones
- ⚠️ Data loss after updates without warning

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or during use
- White screen on startup that auto-closes
- Note recognition fails, particularly for E note
- Low instrument octave recognition issues
- Data and student names lost after updates

**Requested features**

- Restore previous speed options (Walk, Trot, Canter, Gallop)
- Option to customize number of test notes (return 10/20 options)
- Remove or tone down negative feedback sounds
- Add more theme options (animals, seasonal themes)
- Untimed mode without racing element


### Music Unveiled

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-unveiled/id6636512279)

Learn to compose, improvise, play by ear, and sight-read music with interactive video lessons, practice tracks, and instructor feedback. This online course offers a flexible and affordable alternative to traditional piano lessons, allowing you to progress at your own pace.

**Highlights:** Interactive video lessons, Play-along practice tracks, Printable and digital sheet music, Personalized instructor feedback, Community support forums, Progress tracking, Offline sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 MONTH Membership | $60.00 | per month |
| 6 MONTH Membership | $300.00 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flashnote Derby free?

Flashnote Derby costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Music Unveiled free?

Music Unveiled is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flashnote Derby or Music Unveiled?

Music Unveiled is rated higher. Flashnote Derby averages 4.0 out of 5 from 149 ratings, while Music Unveiled averages 5.0 from 20 ratings.

### Do Flashnote Derby or Music Unveiled have ads?

Music Unveiled shows ads; Flashnote Derby does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flashnote Derby or Music Unveiled?

Flashnote Derby ships an update every 6 months, and Music Unveiled every 4 months. Most recently, Flashnote Derby was updated on October 30, 2026 and Music Unveiled on October 17, 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.*