# Scale Master 2.0 vs Rhythmic Dictation

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scale Master 2.0 at 87% against Rhythmic Dictation's 0%. Scale Master 2.0 also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (23 vs 1). Rhythmic Dictation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scale Master 2.0 costs $1.99 and Rhythmic Dictation $0.99 up front. Scale Master 2.0 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rhythmic Dictation asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scale Master 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scale Master 2.0 has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Scale Master 2.0's written reviews are positive against 0% of Rhythmic Dictation's.

Scale Master 2.0 ships an update every 6 months, Rhythmic Dictation every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scale Master 2.0 | Rhythmic Dictation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.4 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scale-master-20/id496736994/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythmic-dictation/id825293936/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **86.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 6 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gil Estes](https://appshunter.io/developer/349882768) | [TMI Media, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/810405579) |

## What reviewers say

### Scale Master 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scale-master-20/id496736994)

This app helps musicians improve their tuning accuracy and speed. It uses droning sounds to practice intonation and visually highlights scale patterns for easy recognition. Ideal for both aspiring and professional musicians, as well as educators.

**Highlights:** Droning sound practice for intonation, Visual scale pattern highlighting, Supports various scale modes, Scale auto-play function, Real-time interval generation, 780 droning renderings, 420 scale configurations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jazz Modes | $0.99 | one-time |


### Rhythmic Dictation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythmic-dictation/id825293936)

Practice dictation skills by arranging rhythmic musical elements. Choose from various tempos and beat lengths, and challenge yourself with limited plays per example.

**Highlights:** Rhythmic block arrangement, Customizable tempos, Adjustable beat lengths (4, 8, 16), Limited play challenges, Variety of rhythmic elements

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scale Master 2.0 free?

Scale Master 2.0 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Rhythmic Dictation free?

Rhythmic Dictation costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scale Master 2.0 or Rhythmic Dictation?

Scale Master 2.0 is rated higher. Scale Master 2.0 averages 4.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Rhythmic Dictation averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scale Master 2.0 or Rhythmic Dictation have ads?

Neither Scale Master 2.0 nor Rhythmic Dictation shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scale Master 2.0 or Rhythmic Dictation?

Scale Master 2.0 ships an update every 6 months, and Rhythmic Dictation every 9 months. Most recently, Scale Master 2.0 was updated on September 27, 2026 and Rhythmic Dictation on September 23, 2026.

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