Comparison

FretBuzz Progressions vs Presto Note Practice

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

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About

FretBuzz Progressions

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FretBuzz Progressions is an application for learning and practicing common jazz chord progressions on guitar. It shows chord diagrams for ii V I, I vi ii V and Blues progressions. Blues progressions cover basic blues with two fives and turnarounds and advances to Charle Parker's Blues for Alice. The chords/diagrams listed start with basic chords/diagrams and then advance to chords/diagrams with extensions and alterations (when possible). All chords/diagrams are connected with smooth voice leading. The chord diagrams used are the common chord shapes used in jazz guitar; - Shells - Drop 3 Chords - Drop 2 Chords - Drop 2 & 4 and Drop 2 Chords. The application can play the progression and it's variation you choose along with a metronome. You can set the speed of the metronome and follow along as the playing chord/diagram is highlighted. You can tap on the chord name to hear its sound. Tapping on a chord note will play only that particular note. You can adjust the size of the chord diagrams for your device. There is also a left handed option in the settings. You can think of this application as volume II of my "FretBuzz Chords" app.

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Presto Note Practice

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Practice reading piano notes anywhere. Presto Note Practice is a mobile tool designed to help you get faster at reading notes whenever you have a few spare minutes. Instead of staring at static flashcards, you get an interactive on-screen keyboard. Notes travel across the staff, and your goal is to hit the right key before they pass. It turns reading sheet music into a fun, quick reflex game you can play on your commute, waiting in line, or sitting on the couch. START PLAYING FOR FREE Jump straight in and test your reflexes with the core game: Moving Note Mode: Watch the notes travel across the staff and tap the matching key before they pass. Two Starter Speeds: Start at a standard pace, then bump it up to test your reaction time. The Interactive Octave: A clean, responsive on-screen keyboard right under your thumbs. UNLOCK THE FULL TOOLKIT (Premium) Want to target your specific weak spots? Upgrading unlocks every practice setting in the app: All Speeds: Take it down to a slow crawl to learn new patterns, or crank it up to maximum Presto speed for a fast-paced challenge. Staff Region Selection: Focus strictly on the Treble Clef, strictly on the Bass Clef, or practice both together on the Grand Staff. The Circle of Fifths: Break out of C-Major. Practice across all 12 key signatures to master your sharps and flats. Still Mode: Turn off the moving conveyor belt. Take your time and practice pure visual recognition. Ear Training Mode: Put your eyes away. Listen to the notes played through your speaker and try to play the same ones on the keyboard. Scales Mode: Train your eyes to instantly recognize common scale runs. Chords Mode: Level up your sight-reading by practicing stacked, multi-note chords. No pop-up ads interrupting your gameβ€”just a handy, convenient way to get a little bit faster at reading music every day.

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FretBuzz Progressions3 screens
Presto Note Practice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Presto Note Practice at Free against FretBuzz Progressions's $4.99. FretBuzz Progressions's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12 vs 15.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Presto Note Practice is free to download; FretBuzz Progressions costs $4.99 up front. Presto Note Practice sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FretBuzz Progressions asks for nothing beyond the download.

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FretBuzz Progressions versus Presto Note Practice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFretBuzz ProgressionsPresto Note Practice
Price$4.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 31 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12 β€” better15.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAltug BasaranJOHANNES FREDRIK BRASK

In-app purchases

None

FretBuzz Progressions

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Presto Note Practice

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is FretBuzz Progressions free?
FretBuzz Progressions costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Presto Note Practice free?
Presto Note Practice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FretBuzz Progressions or Presto Note Practice have ads?
Neither FretBuzz Progressions nor Presto Note Practice shows ads.

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