Comparison

GSRIyaz vs Wake Scroll

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

Head to head
About

GSRIyaz

This app offers a suite of seven tools for learning and practicing Gurmat Sangeet. Features include raag translation, note-to-raag identification, ear training, and rhythm practice.

Highlights
  • Raag translation and reference
  • Note-to-raag identification
  • Random note sequence generation
  • Alankar building and practice
  • Rhythm and taal practice
  • Ear training for sur and taal
  • Raag identification quiz
Features
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GSRIyaz is an app built by GSRI (Gurmat Sangeet Research Internship) 2023 Intern Ishmeet Singh from Texas. This initial release includes 7 tools: Translator, Notes2Raag, Raag Quest, Ear Training, Sur Abhyas, Alankars, and Layakari. Check out https://youtu.be/wL_eHcKgj-Y?si=BVc-DokOvwdQulO1 video on how to best use this app. Translator tool allows selecting one of the 31 raags from Sri Guru Granth Sahib and the scale (such as C#, D#, A#, and so on) and it shows Aaroh and Avroh of that raag in the selected scale. This is useful for instrument tuning or for quick reference of notes in the raag. Notes2Raag tool shows the raags that make use of provided three or more notes. Sur Abhyas tool allows generating random sequences of notes/phrases provided. Alankars tool can be used to build and practice alankars based on the notes selected. Layakaari tool allows practicing the concepts taal jaatis and chhands. For a given phrase, this tool can generate random sequences of notes in selected jaati (for example, 3-3-2 or 4-4 for a given phrase of 8 notes). Ear Training: An important aspect of music education - listen and recognize sur or taal! Raag Quest: Listen to an audio clip and try to figure out the raag used - learning by listening! More questions are added to Raag Quest tool in releases 1.0.5 and 1.0.6.

About

Wake Scroll

Features
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You weren’t born to scroll. You were made to live. Wake Scroll is your mindful companion in the fight against mindless scrolling. In a world designed to keep you hooked, we offer tools to gently bring you back to presence — one intentional breath, one reflection, one streak at a time. WHAT YOU GET: Mindful Nudges (Your Way): Set customizable reminders that nudge you to check in with yourself — not your feed. “Catch Me Scrolling” Button: Notice the scroll, tap it, and track awareness instead of guilt. Earn XP for every moment reclaimed. 1-Minute Breathing Sessions: Instant calm in your pocket — take a breath and return to now. Quick Journaling & Mood Logs: Reflect on your thoughts and emotions daily. Simple, fast, powerful. Reflect Cards: Thought-provoking prompts to break auto-pilot and reconnect with your mind. Screen-Free Timer: Stay present with short focused blocks. Use your phone to step away from your phone. Progress Tracker & XP Timeline: Visualize your journey with beautiful timelines, mood heatmaps, and daily streaks. Power Habits Library: Pick from 10 proven habits like Digital Detox, Cold Showers & Mindful Reading — earn XP and build routines that matter. Wake Scroll Premium Upgrade to unlock full access: Guided focus rituals 66-day XP streak challenges Mood & calendar tracking All premium tasks, reflections & mindful tools Weekly ($3.99) or Yearly ($29.99) with 7-day free trial Your subscription will auto-renew at its end date. You can cancel subscription at any point if you do not wish to renew. Privacy Policy : https://island-banana-8a6.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-for-Wake-Scroll-22b44938f4f5803cb500d692a1e00495?source=copy_link Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

GSRIyaz4 screens
Wake Scroll4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GSRIyaz at none against Wake Scroll's 2. GSRIyaz also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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. Wake Scroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. GSRIyaz asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GSRIyaz ships an update weekly, Wake Scroll every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GSRIyaz versus Wake Scroll: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGSRIyazWake Scroll
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDarshan SinghRoopam Badoniya

In-app purchases

None

GSRIyaz

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Wake Scroll

Subscriptions2
  • PREMIUM Weekly$3.997 Days
  • PREMIUM Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is GSRIyaz free?
GSRIyaz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wake Scroll free?
Wake Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GSRIyaz or Wake Scroll have ads?
Neither GSRIyaz nor Wake Scroll shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GSRIyaz or Wake Scroll?
GSRIyaz ships an update weekly, and Wake Scroll every 5 months. Most recently, GSRIyaz was updated on September 29, 2026 and Wake Scroll on September 22, 2026.

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