StringMaster Lite vs Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StringMaster Lite
Learn guitar fretboards quickly with this educational tool. It offers sophisticated chord tools and can be upgraded to support more instruments and advanced features like MIDI playback and songwriting.
- Guitar fretboard learning
- Chord tools
- Supports multiple instruments (via IAP)
- MIDI playback (via IAP)
- Songwriting capability (via IAP)
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StringMaster Lite is the free version of the popular StringMaster Pro application for iPad and Mac, dedicated to learning the fretboard. Now Includes StringMaster's sophisticated Chord tools. StringMaster Lite supports Guitar fretboard only, with in App purchase options to support the full range of StringMaster Pro instruments, Merton & Tuner, Fretlight Guitars, or be fully upgraded to StringMaster Pro to include MIDI playback with chord & scale display, Scales, Songwriting capability, note finding & more.
Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC
This educational game helps children learn to write uppercase and lowercase letters, improve handwriting, and build vocabulary. It features guided tracing, dot-to-dot activities, and coloring pages based on the Montessori method.
- Learn uppercase and lowercase letters
- Guided handwriting tracing worksheets
- Connect the dots for motor skills
- Coloring pages with various themes
- Vocabulary and memory building
- Montessori-inspired learning method
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Learn to write ABC letters, improve handwriting, and build vocabulary with this fun and educational alphabet game! Practice tracing letters, connect the dots, and enjoy coloring worksheets with animals, objects, numbers, and more. Calligraphy – Learn Alphabet is the perfect app to practice handwriting and learn the alphabet step by step. Whether you're just starting to learn ABC letters or want to improve writing skills, this interactive learning game makes it easy and enjoyable. Key Features: • Learn to write uppercase and lowercase letters (A–Z) • Practice handwriting with guided tracing worksheets • Connect the dots to improve fine motor skills • Color fun drawings: animals, fruits, objects, and more • Build vocabulary while learning the alphabet • Easy and intuitive interface for all ages Based on the Montessori learning method, this app helps develop: • Handwriting and calligraphy skills • Vocabulary and memory • Hand-eye coordination and motor skills Make learning to write fun and engaging! With interactive alphabet games and coloring activities, kids will enjoy every moment while improving their skills. Download now and start learning ABC letters today! If you enjoy the app, please rate and leave a review to support us! Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: StringMaster Lite at 79% against Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC's 0%. StringMaster Lite also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. StringMaster Lite sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
StringMaster Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StringMaster Lite has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of StringMaster Lite's written reviews are positive against 0% of Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC's.
StringMaster Lite ships an update every 6 months, Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StringMaster Lite | Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (24 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.6% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 24 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months — better | Every 18 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 165 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Great Apptitude Pty Ltd | Gema Martinez |
Customer experience
StringMaster Lite
Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC
In-app purchases
StringMaster Lite
- Metronome and Tuner$3.99
- Fretlight Guitar Support$3.99
- Enable All Instruments$3.99
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- StringMaster Pro Upgrade$14.99
Calligraphy learn alphabet ABC
- Weekly plan3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Remove advertisements.$14.99
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