# PercussionIQ vs Aubel

The clearest difference is monetization model: PercussionIQ at free with in-app purchases against Aubel's paid. Aubel's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PercussionIQ sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Aubel sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PercussionIQ against 5.0 for Aubel. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 11 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | PercussionIQ | Aubel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/percussioniq/id6744618184/reviews) | [5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aubel/id6769228321/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 55 MB | 130 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Percussion IQ, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808479577) | [Euan Maley](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896641730) |

## What reviewers say

### PercussionIQ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/percussioniq/id6744618184)

This app offers advanced rhythmic training for percussionists using a grid methodology and intelligent practice tools. It helps users master complex polyrhythms, metric modulations, and rhythmic patterns with interactive features and a comprehensive library.

**Highlights:** GridLab Studio for custom rhythmic grids, Metric Modulation Calculator, Drum Smart Series library, IQ Methodology training, Advanced rhythmic variations, Save and load custom grids

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PercussionIQ | $2.99 | one-time |
| DSS World Class | $9.99 | one-time |
| DSS Open Class | $9.99 | one-time |
| DSS A-Class | $9.99 | one-time |
| Drum Smart Series | $29.99 | one-time |


### Aubel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aubel/id6769228321)

This app helps music students develop their ear by identifying intervals, scales, and chords. It integrates with your phone's alarm and Screen Time features to ensure consistent practice, making ear training a daily habit.

**Highlights:** Interval, scale, and chord identification, Adaptive progression engine, Morning alarm practice integration, Screen Time app lockout for focused practice, Streak counter and accuracy tracking, Multiple game modes

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Meow | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rocket | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kalimba | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard & Plucked | $2.99 | one-time |
| Percussion Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Strings Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Brass Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Woodwinds Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Saxes Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $9.99 | one-time |
| Complete Collection | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $14.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $24.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $49.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aubel | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PercussionIQ free?

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

### Is Aubel free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PercussionIQ or Aubel?

PercussionIQ and Aubel are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 15 and 11 ratings respectively.

### Do PercussionIQ or Aubel have ads?

Neither PercussionIQ nor Aubel shows ads.

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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.*