# MusiClock vs Note Rush

The clearest difference is rating: Note Rush at 4.3 against MusiClock's 3.6. Note Rush also leads on ratings volume (2.3K vs 31) and review sentiment (78% vs 59%). MusiClock's advantage is iOS requirement (7.1 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

MusiClock costs $8.99 and Note Rush $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Note Rush holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Note Rush has 2.3K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of MusiClock's written reviews are positive against 78% of Note Rush's.

MusiClock ships an update every 5 weeks, Note Rush every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MusiClock | Note Rush |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $8.99 | $8.99 |
| Rating | [3.6 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musiclock-improvisation-tool/id961947711/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-rush-music-reading-game/id1083801827/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 31 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 59.5% of reviews | **78.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#14** |
| Size | 102 MB | 279 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [perTunes Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/961947710) | [Thomas Grayston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1083801826) |

## What reviewers say

### MusiClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musiclock-improvisation-tool/id961947711)

This app simplifies music theory and scales for guitar and piano players. It helps users practice improvisation, soloing, and jamming with interactive tools and backing tracks. Learn scales and transpose to different keys instantly, even without prior music theory knowledge.

**Highlights:** Scale charts for guitar, Interactive piano, 8 different scales, Professional backing tracks, Instant key transposition, Jamming and soloing practice

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Note Rush

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-rush-music-reading-game/id1083801827)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

This app helps users improve their music note reading speed and accuracy by listening to them play notes on their instrument. It offers customizable levels, fun themes, and a unique landmark-based learning system for effective practice.

**Highlights:** Interactive note identification, Real instrument feedback, Customizable note sets, Preset and custom levels, Landmark-based learning system, Fun and traditional themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and helpful for learning notes
- 🎓 Improves note reading skills
- 🎨 Engaging themes and visuals
- 🎹 Works with various instruments
- 💰 Good value for the price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Note recognition issues, especially with certain notes
- ⏱️ Timed sessions too short
- 🔊 Needs louder volume to be recognized
- 🔒 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes occasionally
- Note recognition fails even with correct input
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add key signatures and accidentals
- Increase number of customizable note sets
- Include more ledger lines
- Add option to disable time penalties
- Allow saving of individual student profiles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MusiClock free?

MusiClock costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Note Rush free?

Note Rush costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MusiClock or Note Rush?

Note Rush is rated higher. MusiClock averages 3.6 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Note Rush averages 4.3 from 2.3K ratings.

### Do MusiClock or Note Rush have ads?

Neither MusiClock nor Note Rush shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MusiClock or Note Rush?

MusiClock ships an update every 5 weeks, and Note Rush every 6 weeks. Most recently, MusiClock was updated on September 23, 2026 and Note Rush on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*