Comparison

Rhythm Academia vs EarLab

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

Head to head
About

Rhythm Academia

Features
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■ What is Rhythm Academia? Rhythm Academia is a professional music training app that helps you develop accurate rhythm sense simply by tapping along with sheet music. From beginners to advanced players, you can progressively improve your skills with 90 diverse rhythm patterns, including advanced two-voice patterns. Now completely FREE! All 90 patterns are available to everyone at no cost. ■ Main Features 【90 Progressive Rhythm Patterns - All FREE】 ・Patterns 1-55: Single-voice rhythms ・Patterns 56-90: Two-voice rhythms ・Progressive structure from simple to complex ・Includes quarter notes, eighth notes, sixteenth notes, dotted notes, triplets, and rests 【Two-Voice Patterns】 ・35 advanced patterns for coordination training ・Practice bass and melody lines simultaneously ・Essential for drummers, pianists, and advanced musicians 【Slow-Tempo Example Performances】 ・Patterns 71-90 include both slow and standard tempo examples ・Slow tempo: Perfect for learning complex rhythms ・Standard tempo: Practice at performance speed ・Switch between tempos freely 【Accurate Judgment System】 ・Precise timing evaluation within +-50ms ・Objectively evaluates your rhythm sense ・Professional-level accuracy training 【Example Performance Function】 ・Listen to example performances for each pattern ・Accurate timing after countdown ・Learn through both visual and audio 【Clear Music Notation】 ・Standard staff notation ・Two-voice patterns shown on grand staff ・Develops actual music reading skills 【Custom Speed Adjustment】 ・Adjust practice speed from 0.8x to 1.3x ・Available for all 90 patterns ・Perfect for both beginners and advanced players 【Progress Tracking】 ・Automatically records cleared patterns ・See remaining problems at a glance ・Maintain motivation with visible progress ■ How to Use 1. Select a pattern 2. Listen to the example (optional) 3. For patterns 71-90: Choose slow or standard tempo 4. Tap "Start Judgment" 5. Tap the screen after countdown 6. Check results and move to next pattern Just 5 minutes a day is enough! ■ Pattern Structure 【Beginner (Patterns 1-20)】 Quarter notes, basic eighth notes, simple rhythms with rests 【Intermediate (Patterns 21-40)】 16th notes, dotted notes, basic syncopation 【Advanced (Patterns 41-55)】 Complex 16th note patterns, compound rhythms 【Two-Voice (Patterns 56-90)】 Coordination between bass and melody, advanced two-voice rhythms, triplets *Patterns 71-90 include slow-tempo examples ■ Perfect for ・Drummers, bassists, guitarists, pianists ・Music students learning rhythm ・DTM creators wanting to improve rhythm sense ・Anyone wanting to develop accurate rhythm sense ■ Key Benefits 【Professional Training】 Orthodox rhythm training based on music theory 【Scientific Precision】 High-precision +-50ms judgment system 【Practice Anywhere】 Train during commute, breaks, or before bed 【Step-by-Step Learning】 Example performances and slow-tempo options eliminate uncertainty ■ Pricing All 90 patterns are completely FREE! No in-app purchases, no subscriptions. ■ Message from Developer Rhythm sense is the foundation of music. With 90 patterns including 35 advanced two-voice patterns and slow-tempo examples, Rhythm Academia helps you master complex rhythms at your own pace. Whether practicing coordination or training for professional performance, Rhythm Academia supports your musical journey. Start training your rhythm sense today! ■ Support Contact us through the support link in the app for questions or feedback.

About

EarLab

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EarLab is a focused ear training app designed for musicians who want to improve pitch, rhythm, and musical awareness through structured practice. The app provides targeted exercises for: • Relative pitch training • Interval recognition • Rhythm and timing • Internal pulse and tempo control Each module is designed to be simple, intentional, and distraction-free, allowing you to concentrate fully on listening and response. No unnecessary gamification. Just clear exercises and steady progress.

Screenshots

Rhythm Academia4 screens
EarLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EarLab at none against Rhythm Academia's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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. Rhythm Academia sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. EarLab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Rhythm Academia versus EarLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRhythm AcademiaEarLab
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSINQWELLYuhe Jin

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rhythm Academia

One-time1
  • Premium Patterns$0.99
None

EarLab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rhythm Academia free?
Rhythm Academia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EarLab free?
EarLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rhythm Academia or EarLab have ads?
Neither Rhythm Academia nor EarLab shows ads.

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