Comparison

EarLab vs iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

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

Head to head
About

EarLab

Features
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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.

About

iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

Features
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Core Features Dual‑system Question Bank Past exam papers and chapter‑specific practice questions for ABRSM Music Theory Grades 1‑8; complete question banks for the Primary, Intermediate and Advanced music‑theory foundation exams of the Central Conservatory of Music and China Conservatory of Music in China, with categorized, chapter‑based question selection. Full‑score Mock Exams Customizable test papers and timed mock tests that replicate real‑exam grading rules. Automatic scoring and answer explanations are generated upon completion, making weak knowledge points clearly identifiable. Specialized Weak‑point Reinforcement via Error Notebook Automatically collects wrong answers, categorized by grade and knowledge point for targeted repeated practice, enabling efficient knowledge gap filling and score improvement. In‑depth Music‑theory Knowledge Lectures Specialized explanations covering fundamental music‑theory concepts, rhythm, intervals, chords and modes, supporting self‑study and exam preparation even for absolute beginners. Level‑based Learning Plans Exam‑grade‑oriented learning pathways for progressive study from beginner level up to exam readiness. Target Users Students preparing for ABRSM Music Theory exams; young piano/instrument learners taking domestic Chinese music‑theory foundation exams; students from music training institutions; self‑study music‑theory enthusiasts; candidates preparing for music‑art college entrance‑examination basics.

Screenshots

EarLab4 screens
iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EarLab at 13.0 against iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide's 15.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
EarLab versus iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEarLabiTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuhe Jin颖 巫

In-app purchases

None

EarLab

No in-app purchases

None

iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EarLab free?
EarLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide free?
iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EarLab or iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide have ads?
Neither EarLab nor iTheory ‑ ABRSM Exam Guide shows ads.

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