Comparison

MyTabla vs Scales Pro Trainer

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

Head to head
About

MyTabla

This app provides realistic tabla accompaniment for musicians. It offers authentic sounds recorded by professional artists, supporting various musical styles and including practice reports. Enhance your musical practice and performance with a rich, atmospheric sound.

Highlights
  • Real tabla sound
  • Authentic Tanpura sound
  • Pakhawaj accompaniment
  • Ghazal accompaniment
  • Weekly riyaz report
  • Resonant swarmandal
Features
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myTabla is the tabla accompaniment app that doesn’t just support you in your practice, but inspires your music. myTabla is free to download but a subscription is required to access the features and “taal” files for ongoing use, available on a monthly or yearly basis. For professional grade tabla that sounds so real, that you’ll feel like a professional tabla player is sitting right there with you in the room inspiring every note. No more practising with robotic tabla sound. No more settling for amateur accompaniment. Here are some of our key features you’ll enjoy with a paid subscription: Real tabla sound Recorded by top grade artists Includes all taals most commonly played in Hindustani classical Pakhawaj accompaniment for Dhrupad Laggis and Thekas for Ghazal accompaniment Authentic Tanpura sound Resonant swarmandal Weekly riyaz report For the tabla accompaniment that transitions seamlessly from practice to performance and always creates a “mahaul” (atmosphere), look nowhere other than myTabla. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS: MyTabla is free to download and includes 30 days of full, unrestricted access to all features and taal files — no payment method or sign-up required during the trial period. After the 30-day free access period ends, users will be prompted to subscribe to continue using MyTabla. Subscriptions are available on a monthly or yearly basis. Yearly subscriptions are billed as a single annual payment from the date of purchase. Monthly subscriptions are billed on a recurring monthly basis. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off in Account Settings on your Apple ID after purchase. Once a subscription has started, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Read our full Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Scales Pro Trainer

Features
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Scales Pro Trainer is a clean, musician‑first practice tool built for players who want clarity, speed, and confidence in every key. Whether you're learning foundational patterns, preparing for exams, building improvisation vocabulary, or strengthening your ear, Scales Pro Trainer gives you a focused workspace designed for real musical growth. Free version includes the Major scale in all keys. All other scale families, keys, and practice modes require Pro access (subscription or lifetime purchase). Powered by a precise scale‑generation engine, the app delivers smooth, accurate playback across all scale families*, with adjustable speed, looping, and visual guidance. Every feature is crafted to feel immediate, intuitive, and distraction‑free. Designed with a minimalist interface and a practice‑first philosophy, Scales Pro Trainer stays out of your way so you can stay focused on playing. Scale Library Major scale (free) Natural minor, harmonic minor, melodic minor (Pro) Pentatonic and blues scales (Pro) Chromatic and extended scale families (Pro) Clear visual patterns for every scale Instantly switch keys with a swipe* Practice Modes Ascending, descending, and full‑range playback (Pro) Adjustable note duration for slow or fast drills (Pro) Loop mode for extended practice sessions (Pro) Clean, accurate audio playback with no latency Visual degree and note indicators for deeper understanding Guided Learning Contextual help panels explaining each scale family Clear diagrams showing scale structure and intervals Designed for exam preparation, improvisation, and technique building Smart Playback Engine Smooth, consistent scale playback Accurate timing for metronome‑aligned practice Looping for muscle‑memory development Built for daily use with fast, responsive controls Clean, Minimal Interface Designed for clarity and musical focus Easy to use during practice, rehearsal, or teaching No clutter, no distractions—just scales Privacy‑First No ads No tracking No data collection All audio and processing happen locally on your device *Features marked Pro require a subscription or lifetime purchase. Now with lifetime purchase option. Pay once and unlock all scales, keys, and practice modes forever. Privacy Scales Pro Trainer collects no personal data. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Full policy: https://www.bamuda.com.au/scalesprotrainerprivacy.html

Screenshots

MyTabla4 screens
Scales Pro Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

MyTabla and Scales Pro Trainer are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. MyTabla sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Scales Pro Trainer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyTabla ships an update fortnightly, Scales Pro Trainer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MyTabla versus Scales Pro Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyTablaScales Pro Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size584 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFourth & Company Pty LtdBamuda Corporation Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MyTabla

Subscriptions2
  • MyTabla Premium$3.991 Month
  • MyTabla Premium$29.991 Year
4 purchases

Scales Pro Trainer

Subscriptions3
  • Full Access: All Scales (1 Month)$1.991 Month
  • Unlock All Scales & Modes(6 Months)$8.996 Months
  • Unlock All Scales & Modes(one Year)$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Scales Pro Trainer Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is MyTabla free?
MyTabla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scales Pro Trainer free?
Scales Pro Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MyTabla or Scales Pro Trainer have ads?
Neither MyTabla nor Scales Pro Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyTabla or Scales Pro Trainer?
MyTabla ships an update fortnightly, and Scales Pro Trainer every 9 days. Most recently, MyTabla was updated on October 21, 2026 and Scales Pro Trainer on October 16, 2026.

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