Comparison

中国爱乐考级 vs iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

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

Head to head
About

中国爱乐考级

Features
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中国爱乐考级APP是由中国爱乐乐团推出的官方考级APP,覆盖考级报名、视频考级、音基考级、成绩查询等全部环节。 通过中国爱乐考级APP,你可以: 1、查看最新的考级报名简章; 2、进行考级报名、查看考试安排; 3、视频考级上传考级视频,线下考级下载准考证; 4、进行线上音基考级; 5、成绩公布后进行成绩查询、查看考官评语。

About

iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

Features
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Core Features Dual‑system Question Bank Past exam papers and chapter‑specific practice questions for ABRSM Music Theory Grades 1‑8; complete question banks for the Primary, Intermediate and Advanced music‑theory foundation exams of the Central Conservatory of Music and China Conservatory of Music in China, with categorized, chapter‑based question selection. Full‑score Mock Exams Customizable test papers and timed mock tests that replicate real‑exam grading rules. Automatic scoring and answer explanations are generated upon completion, making weak knowledge points clearly identifiable. Specialized Weak‑point Reinforcement via Error Notebook Automatically collects wrong answers, categorized by grade and knowledge point for targeted repeated practice, enabling efficient knowledge gap filling and score improvement. In‑depth Music‑theory Knowledge Lectures Specialized explanations covering fundamental music‑theory concepts, rhythm, intervals, chords and modes, supporting self‑study and exam preparation even for absolute beginners. Level‑based Learning Plans Exam‑grade‑oriented learning pathways for progressive study from beginner level up to exam readiness. Target Users Students preparing for ABRSM Music Theory exams; young piano/instrument learners taking domestic Chinese music‑theory foundation exams; students from music training institutions; self‑study music‑theory enthusiasts; candidates preparing for music‑art college entrance‑examination basics.

Screenshots

中国爱乐考级3 screens
iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide at every 9 days against 中国爱乐考级's every 3 months. 中国爱乐考级's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

中国爱乐考级 ships an update every 3 months, iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
中国爱乐考级 versus iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter中国爱乐考级iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer上海筑音科技有限公司颖 巫

In-app purchases

None

中国爱乐考级

No in-app purchases

None

iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 中国爱乐考级 free?
中国爱乐考级 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide free?
iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 中国爱乐考级 or iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide have ads?
Neither 中国爱乐考级 nor iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 中国爱乐考级 or iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide?
中国爱乐考级 ships an update every 3 months, and iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide every 9 days. Most recently, 中国爱乐考级 was updated on October 7, 2026 and iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide on October 25, 2026.

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