Comparison

ToneDex vs Compose Studio Score Input

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

Head to head
About

ToneDex

Features
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ToneDex can see the pitch stability(Tuner). ToneDex can analyze the sound using 5 key parameters: RMS (Loudness/Power) ZCR (Noise / Breathiness) Spectral Centroid (Brightness / Sharpness) Bandwidth (Timbre Spread) Brightness Index (High-frequency emphasis) ToneDex is designed especially for wind and acoustic instrument players who want to explore differences in setup, technique, or equipment (e.g., mouthpieces, reeds, embouchure). While originally designed for saxophone comparison, it can be used for any monophonic instrument that produces steady tones. If you're trying out new mouthpieces, comparing tone qualities, or simply want a fresh perspective on your sound, ToneDex offers a structured and visual way to reflect on your tone.

About

Compose Studio Score Input

Features
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Copy an instrumental part into editable notation using touch controls. The app's controls and explanations are currently in Japanese. CHOOSE PITCH WITH A VERTICAL DRAG Move your finger up or down on the pitch pad, then release to enter the note at the score cursor. A preview note appears on the staff while you drag, and you can hear the pitch before committing it. ADJUST A NOTE WHILE HOLDING IT Keep one finger on the pitch pad while using another to change duration, dots or accidentals. Double-tap an accidental to lock it for repeated entry. You can also select an existing note and change its duration. ENTER TRANSPOSED PARTS AS WRITTEN Choose a transposing instrument, such as clarinet or alto saxophone, to enter the written pitches from its part. Saved pitches and playback use concert pitch. EDIT THE STRUCTURE OF THE PIECE Change the time signature, key signature, tempo and rehearsal mark from a selected measure. Add or remove measures in the same settings screen. ENTER TUPLETS Create groups of 3, 5, 6 or 7 equal notes. The selected note value sets the total duration of the group: selecting a quarter note before choosing triplets divides that quarter-note duration into three equal notes. Create the group, then enter its notes. SAVE AND SHARE Scores are saved on your device as .musil files, accessible in the Files app and shareable with other apps. Import a file into Programmable Metronome to use its tempo, time signatures and rehearsal marks. An editing draft is saved automatically so you can resume work when you reopen the app. This is a tool for entering a single melodic part; chord and multiple-voice entry are outside its current scope.

Screenshots

ToneDex4 screens
Compose Studio Score Input1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ToneDex at 12.0 against Compose Studio Score Input's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ToneDex ships an update every 3 weeks, Compose Studio Score Input monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
ToneDex versus Compose Studio Score Input: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterToneDexCompose Studio Score Input
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks β€” betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size30 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerjun miyakawaNaoki Chiba

In-app purchases

None

ToneDex

No in-app purchases

None

Compose Studio Score Input

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ToneDex free?
ToneDex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Compose Studio Score Input free?
Compose Studio Score Input is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ToneDex or Compose Studio Score Input have ads?
Neither ToneDex nor Compose Studio Score Input shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ToneDex or Compose Studio Score Input?
ToneDex ships an update every 3 weeks, and Compose Studio Score Input monthly. Most recently, ToneDex was updated on October 30, 2026 and Compose Studio Score Input on October 31, 2026.

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