# NoteBean vs ViolinFlex

The clearest difference is update cadence: ViolinFlex at every 3 days against NoteBean's every 5 weeks. ViolinFlex also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

NoteBean ships an update every 5 weeks, ViolinFlex every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NoteBean | ViolinFlex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violinflex/id6796409726/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 13 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [丹 平](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782642707) | [Music Flex Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6796409728) |

## What reviewers say

### NoteBean

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notebean/id6782924307)

**In-app purchases:** none


### ViolinFlex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/violinflex/id6796409726)

This game helps young violinists learn note identification and finger placement. It offers solo practice and competitive modes, reinforcing learning through repetition and visual cues. Designed for beginners, it focuses on essential first-position notes.

**Highlights:** Note identification on treble clef, String and finger placement guidance, Repetitive practice for mastery, Solo practice mode, 2-player competitive mode, Color-coded finger system, Focus on first position and natural notes

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NoteBean free?

NoteBean is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ViolinFlex free?

ViolinFlex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do NoteBean or ViolinFlex have ads?

Neither NoteBean nor ViolinFlex shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NoteBean or ViolinFlex?

NoteBean ships an update every 5 weeks, and ViolinFlex every 3 days. Most recently, NoteBean was updated on October 31, 2026 and ViolinFlex on October 31, 2026.

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