Comparison

PixelDam vs SongKeyByEar

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

Head to head
About

PixelDam

Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

Screenshots

PixelDam4 screens
SongKeyByEar2 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PixelDam versus SongKeyByEar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixelDamSongKeyByEar
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB6 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBarry RijkseAndrii Rudenko

In-app purchases

None

PixelDam

No in-app purchases

None

SongKeyByEar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PixelDam free?
PixelDam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SongKeyByEar free?
SongKeyByEar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PixelDam or SongKeyByEar have ads?
Neither PixelDam nor SongKeyByEar shows ads.

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