# Viola Lessons & Learn vs Trala

The clearest difference is rating: Trala at 4.7 against Viola Lessons & Learn's 2.3. Trala also leads on ratings volume (4.9K vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). Viola Lessons & Learn's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Viola Lessons & Learn sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Trala sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trala holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Trala has 4.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Viola Lessons & Learn ships an update every 3 months, Trala every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Viola Lessons & Learn | Trala |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viola-lessons-and-learn/id966385834/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trala-learn-violin/id1143205265/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **4.9K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [2021 Inc LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572204553) | [Learnfield GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1160191689) |

## What reviewers say

### Viola Lessons & Learn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viola-lessons-and-learn/id966385834)

This app helps viola players improve their technique through structured lessons and practice routines. It offers visual aids, animated scores, and variable tempo settings to suit all skill levels. New content is available for download, keeping practice fresh and engaging.

**Highlights:** Structured practice routines, Animated musical score, Variable tempo control, Customizable lesson schedules, Over 70 practice routines, Downloadable content updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Content Pack Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| American Content Pack Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Irish Content Pack Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Complete Content Pack Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Full Content Pack Purchase | $13.99 | one-time |
| Irish Content Pack One Off | $13.99 | one-time |
| American Content Pack One Off | $13.99 | one-time |
| Complete Content Pack One Off | $32.99 | one-time |


### Trala

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trala-learn-violin/id1143205265)

Learn violin with instant feedback on pitch and rhythm using cutting-edge technology. Access a vast library of songs and lessons taught by world-class violinists, from classical to rock.

**Highlights:** Instant pitch and rhythm feedback, Curriculum by concertmasters and rockstars, Built-in violin tuner, Interactive sheet music library, 500+ songs from various genres, Lessons from Grammy-winning violinists

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Only | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| App Only | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| App + 1 lesson per month | $39.99 | per month |
| App + 2 lessons per month | $79.99 | per month |
| App Only | $119.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly Subscription | $119.99 | per year |
| App + 4 lessons per month | $159.99 | per month |
| App + 4 hour lessons per month | $279.99 | per month |
| 1 Trial Lesson | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to use
- 🎓 Helpful lessons and instructions
- 🎨 Engaging and interactive
- 🎻 Useful for beginners and experienced players
- 🎯 Accurate pitch detection and feedback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🚫 Limited free access
- 🕰️ Lessons progress too quickly
- 🎼 Sheet music and notation issues
- 🐛 Technical issues and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Lessons and progress resetting after updates
- Inability to continue past certain lessons or sections
- Inaccurate pitch detection and feedback
- App crashes and freezes during use

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust tempo and speed of lessons
- More options for practicing with sheet music
- Inclusion of popular and well-known songs
- Integration with other music learning apps or platforms
- Customizable practice modes and settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Viola Lessons & Learn free?

Viola Lessons & Learn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Trala free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Viola Lessons & Learn or Trala?

Trala is rated higher. Viola Lessons & Learn averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Trala averages 4.7 from 4.9K ratings.

### Do Viola Lessons & Learn or Trala have ads?

Neither Viola Lessons & Learn nor Trala shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Viola Lessons & Learn or Trala?

Viola Lessons & Learn ships an update every 3 months, and Trala every 6 weeks. Most recently, Viola Lessons & Learn was updated on October 24, 2026 and Trala on October 29, 2026.

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