# MetroStrum vs Start Strumming Guitar

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MetroStrum at none against Start Strumming Guitar's 3. MetroStrum also leads on ads (none vs shown). Start Strumming Guitar's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Start Strumming Guitar sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $40.00 per 3 months. MetroStrum asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MetroStrum against 5.0 for Start Strumming Guitar. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MetroStrum | Start Strumming Guitar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metrostrum/id6476768063/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-strumming-guitar/id6740189764/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Igor Katselenbogen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1548471007) | [HELMSIE LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788834519) |

## What reviewers say

### MetroStrum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metrostrum/id6476768063)

This app helps guitar players of all levels improve their rhythm and strumming. It provides visual and audio cues to guide users in finding and maintaining the beat, allowing them to gradually increase tempo and develop their unique style.

**Highlights:** Visual rhythm cues, Audio beat guidance, Adjustable tempo, Strumming style development, Beginner to advanced levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Start Strumming Guitar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-strumming-guitar/id6740189764)

Learn to play guitar with a unique visual system and a pro instructor. Master 7 easy chords to play countless songs, understand chord progressions, and sound like a professional. Ideal for beginners and aspiring musicians.

**Highlights:** Patented visual tech for learning, 7-Chord Number System, Pro instructor Michael Hill, Learn professional chord voicings, Play favorite songs quickly, Progress tracking, Offline sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start Guitar Foundation | $40.00 | per 3 months |
| Start Guitar Expanded | $60.00 | per 3 months |
| Start Guitar All Access | $80.00 | per 3 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MetroStrum free?

MetroStrum is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Start Strumming Guitar free?

Start Strumming Guitar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MetroStrum or Start Strumming Guitar?

MetroStrum and Start Strumming Guitar are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do MetroStrum or Start Strumming Guitar have ads?

Start Strumming Guitar shows ads; MetroStrum does not.

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