# Scales Pro Trainer vs NoteReader

The clearest difference is ads: Scales Pro Trainer at none against NoteReader's shown. Scales Pro Trainer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). NoteReader's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 9 days). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scales Pro Trainer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and NoteReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scales Pro Trainer ships an update every 9 days, NoteReader daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scales Pro Trainer | NoteReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notereader-sight-reading/id6760937951/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bamuda Corporation Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/395135697) | [BYNET](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811735131) |

## What reviewers say

### Scales Pro Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scales-pro-trainer/id6759959652)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access: All Scales (1 Month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlock All Scales & Modes(6 Months) | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlock All Scales & Modes(one Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Scales Pro Trainer Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |


### NoteReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notereader-sight-reading/id6760937951)

This app helps you master music sight-reading with an interactive quiz. Identify notes on the musical staff as quickly as possible to improve your speed and accuracy. It's designed for musicians of all levels looking to enhance their fundamental music skills.

**Highlights:** Interactive note recognition quiz, Treble and Bass clef support, Multiple difficulty levels, Real-time staff notation, Audio playback of notes, Score and rank system, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scales Pro Trainer free?

Scales Pro Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NoteReader free?

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

### Do Scales Pro Trainer or NoteReader have ads?

NoteReader shows ads; Scales Pro Trainer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Scales Pro Trainer or NoteReader?

Scales Pro Trainer ships an update every 9 days, and NoteReader daily. Most recently, Scales Pro Trainer was updated on October 31, 2026 and NoteReader on October 31, 2026.

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