# FlappyNotes vs PlayBack

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PlayBack at 100% against FlappyNotes's 0%. PlayBack also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.7) and ads (none vs shown). FlappyNotes's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FlappyNotes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PlayBack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PlayBack holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlayBack has 22 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of FlappyNotes's written reviews are positive against 100% of PlayBack's.

FlappyNotes ships an update every 4 months, PlayBack fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlappyNotes | PlayBack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flappynotes-ear-training-game/id6741621396/reviews) | **[4.3 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playback-music-challenge/id6754441388/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **22** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#159** |
| Size | 43 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bilge Acilikaya](https://appshunter.io/developer/959377817) | [Ensemble Education](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746859300) |

## What reviewers say

### FlappyNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flappynotes-ear-training-game/id6741621396)

Sharpen your musical ear with this engaging game that combines arcade-style gameplay with music dictation. Listen to notes, identify them, and tap the correct piano key to progress. It's designed to improve pitch recognition and reflexes for musicians and students.

**Highlights:** Dynamic music intervals, Real piano sounds, Customizable game modes, Progressive difficulty, Performance statistics, Unlockable customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 15 Credit | $1.29 | one-time |


### PlayBack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playback-music-challenge/id6754441388)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Test your musical instincts daily in this competitive ear training game. Answer questions within a time limit and with limited strikes to climb the leaderboards. Perfect for musicians preparing for exams or looking to sharpen their skills.

**Highlights:** Daily competitive sessions, Leaderboard rankings, Progress tracking, Timed challenges, Strike-based gameplay, Ear training for musicians

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.00 | per month |
| Yearly | $12.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlappyNotes free?

FlappyNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PlayBack free?

PlayBack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlappyNotes or PlayBack?

PlayBack is rated higher. FlappyNotes averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while PlayBack averages 4.3 from 22 ratings.

### Do FlappyNotes or PlayBack have ads?

FlappyNotes shows ads; PlayBack does not.

### Which is updated more often, FlappyNotes or PlayBack?

FlappyNotes ships an update every 4 months, and PlayBack fortnightly. Most recently, FlappyNotes was updated on November 4, 2026 and PlayBack on November 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*