PixelDam vs SongKeyByEar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PixelDam
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PixelDam is the name of a virtual city made by the members of the PixelDam community. The word "dam" is a tradition where Dutch cities are build near a river dam. Like, for example, Rotterdam, that was built near the river Rotter. The name is a combination of our Dutch origins and the unending possibilities of the pixel world. PixelDam was founded on May 28, 2003 and the expansion, PixelMoon, lifted off on March 28, 2004. This app celebrates a revival of this glorious city and attracts pixel artists of new and old.
SongKeyByEar
Enhance your aural skills and music theory knowledge with an interactive tool. Explore scales, chords, and melodies using the Circle of Fifths and an on-screen piano. Identify song keys by matching scales and chords to melodies.
- Circle of Fifths visualization
- Major and minor scale/chord toggling
- Interactive two-octave piano
- Melody key detection
- Chord progression exploration
- Note highlighting on piano and Circle of Fifths
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Introducing "Song Key By Ear" - the ultimate app for music enthusiasts and students seeking to enhance their aural skills and deepen their understanding of music theory. With its innovative approach, this app revolutionizes the way you learn and explore melodies. At the heart of the app lies the iconic Circle of Fifths, where you can toggle between major and minor scales and chords. Beneath it, a two-octave piano awaits your touch. Tap on any scale or chord, and the app will play it, simultaneously highlighting the corresponding notes on the piano and the related scales/chords on the Circle of Fifths. But the true magic happens when you listen to a melody. As the notes unfold, tap the scales or chords that resonate with the melody. The app will guide you by playing the selected options, allowing you to discern whether they are consonant or dissonant with the melody. When you find the perfect match, the highlighted group of six scales/chords on the Circle of Fifths reveals the key of the melody. Dive deeper into the world of music theory by exploring chord progressions. Tap the chords on the Circle of Fifths, and the app will reveal the melodic journey, note by note, on the piano. "Song Key By Ear" is more than just an app; it's a comprehensive learning experience. As you interact with the intuitive interface, you'll train your ear, visualize notes, and gain a profound understanding of music theory in a fun and engaging way. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a budding enthusiast, "Song Key By Ear" is your ultimate companion on the journey to mastering the art of music. Keywords: music theory, ear training, Circle of Fifths, scales, chords, melody, key detection, piano, interactive learning, music education.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PixelDam at 13.0 against SongKeyByEar's 17.5. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | PixelDam | SongKeyByEar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Barry Rijkse | Andrii Rudenko |
In-app purchases
PixelDam
No in-app purchases
SongKeyByEar
No in-app purchases









