Comparison

The PC Tracks vs PercussionIQ

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The PC Tracks

This app assists percussionists in practicing orchestral excerpts for auditions and performances. It provides time-edited orchestral recordings, metronome tracks, and solo instrument tracks that can be independently controlled and adjusted to any tempo.

Highlights
  • Orchestral excerpt practice
  • Adjustable tempo for all tracks
  • Time-edited orchestral recordings
  • Metronome track
  • Solo instrument track
  • Member login required
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The world’s first app designed specifically for percussionists to prepare orchestral excerpts for auditions, masterclasses, lessons, and performances. Every excerpt comes with a painstakingly time-edited orchestral recording, a metronome track, and a solo instrument track that can all be turned on or off with the flick of a switch. The best part? You can adjust the tempo of every track to the exact BPM you need. Want to play Magic Flute at 92 BPM? No problem. Scherzo Capriccioso at 100 and switch to 140 at the Presto? You got it. This app is only available for members of The Percussion Conservatory. Use your account to login using the same credentials right here on the app.

About

PercussionIQ

This app offers advanced rhythmic training for percussionists using a grid methodology and intelligent practice tools. It helps users master complex polyrhythms, metric modulations, and rhythmic patterns with interactive features and a comprehensive library.

Highlights
  • GridLab Studio for custom rhythmic grids
  • Metric Modulation Calculator
  • Drum Smart Series library
  • IQ Methodology training
  • Advanced rhythmic variations
  • Save and load custom grids
Features
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PercussionIQ is the ultimate percussion training app that combines cutting-edge grid methodology with intelligent practice tools. Whether you're a student learning Drum Smart Series (DSS) or an advanced player exploring complex metric modulations, PercussionIQ elevates your rhythmic precision and musical understanding. CORE FEATURES GridLab Studio Create and customize advanced rhythmic grids with instant visual feedback. Master complex patterns like 4:3, 3:4, and 3:2 polyrhythms with interactive grid generation that adapts to your skill level. Metric Modulation Calculator Calculate precise tempo relationships for seamless musical transitions. Input your starting tempo and desired modulation ratio to get exact BPM calculations for professional-level tempo changes. Drum Smart Series Library Access a comprehensive collection of Drum Smart Series music with integrated learning tools. IQ Methodology Training Learn the revolutionary IQ approach to rhythm and timing. PREMIUM FEATURES (Advanced Mode) Modulate Grid: Unlock complex rhythmic variations (4:3, 3:4, 3:2) Backwards Grid: Reverse patterns for enhanced creativity 1-2-4 Grid: Alternative grid progressions beyond standard 4-2-1 Full Constant Menu: Access diddles, flams, and advanced rudiments Save & Load Grids: Store and recall your favorite patterns instantly PERFECT FOR: Students learning DSS Advanced players exploring metric modulation Educators teaching modern rhythm concepts Musicians seeking precision timing tools WHY PERCUSSIONIQ? Built by percussion experts who understand the nuances of advanced rhythmic training. PercussionIQ bridges the gap between traditional drum education and modern technological tools, giving you unprecedented control over your rhythmic development. Download PercussionIQ and experience the future of percussion education.

Screenshots

The PC Tracks4 screens
PercussionIQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The PC Tracks at none against PercussionIQ's 5. The PC Tracks also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). PercussionIQ's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 4). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PercussionIQ sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. The PC Tracks asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for The PC Tracks against 5.0 for PercussionIQ. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 15 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
The PC Tracks versus PercussionIQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe PC TracksPercussionIQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings415 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoshua VonderheidePercussion IQ, LLC

Customer experience

The PC Tracks

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PercussionIQ

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

The PC Tracks

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

PercussionIQ

One-time5
  • PercussionIQ$2.99
  • DSS World Class$9.99
  • DSS Open Class$9.99
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  • DSS A-Class$9.99
  • Drum Smart Series$29.99

Questions

Is The PC Tracks free?
The PC Tracks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PercussionIQ free?
PercussionIQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The PC Tracks or PercussionIQ?
The PC Tracks and PercussionIQ are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 15 ratings respectively.
Do The PC Tracks or PercussionIQ have ads?
Neither The PC Tracks nor PercussionIQ shows ads.

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