# Name That Note vs Rhythm Learning

The clearest difference is rating: Rhythm Learning at 4.7 against Name That Note's 3.4. Rhythm Learning also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (75% vs 57%). Name That Note's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.2 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rhythm Learning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Name That Note asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rhythm Learning holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rhythm Learning has 323 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Name That Note's written reviews are positive against 75% of Rhythm Learning's.

Name That Note ships an update every 4 months, Rhythm Learning every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Name That Note | Rhythm Learning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-that-note/id556292142/reviews) | **[4.7 (323 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-learning/id1516415316/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 33 | **323** |
| Positive reviews | 56.8% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.2** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bamsworld](https://appshunter.io/developer/431876443) | [Jumpei Adachi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516414955) |

## What reviewers say

### Name That Note

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-that-note/id556292142)

Improve your music reading skills with a fun note spelling quiz.  Choose from different clefs and difficulty levels, or practice at your own pace.  Master note recognition for all ages.

**Highlights:** Note spelling quiz, Treble, bass, or both clefs, Beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, Timed and untimed practice modes, Flashcard-style questions, Score tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Rhythm Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhythm-learning/id1516415316)

Practice reading musical rhythms from sheet music. This application provides a tool for musicians to hone their sight-reading skills with various rhythmic patterns.

**Highlights:** Practice reading rhythms, Sheet music integration, Rhythmic pattern exercises

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Paid Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎵 Effective for rhythm training
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🎶 Helpful for music learners
- 🚀 Fast and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid app, not free
- ✋ Strict judgment/timing
- 📱 Small tap targets
- 🔇 No sound after purchase
- ❓ Unclear initial operation

**Reported bugs**

- No sound after purchasing paid version
- Cannot return after score display
- App freezes/becomes unresponsive
- Cannot play after Level 3 in 4/4 time
- Click sound doesn't start from beat 1

**Requested features**

- Add sextuplets and 32nd notes
- Simultaneous LH/RH polyrhythms
- Tap length judgment
- Audio delay adjustment
- MIDI support for piano connection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Name That Note free?

Name That Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rhythm Learning free?

Rhythm Learning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Name That Note or Rhythm Learning?

Rhythm Learning is rated higher. Name That Note averages 3.4 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while Rhythm Learning averages 4.7 from 323 ratings.

### Do Name That Note or Rhythm Learning have ads?

Neither Name That Note nor Rhythm Learning shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Name That Note or Rhythm Learning?

Name That Note ships an update every 4 months, and Rhythm Learning every 3 weeks. Most recently, Name That Note was updated on October 8, 2026 and Rhythm Learning on October 12, 2026.

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