Best Play By Ear Apps & Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
13 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

Out of 249+ play by ear apps and games on iOS, 13 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Play By Ear Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Play by EarPlay by EarFree—NoYesJun 2026
2Play By Ear - Ear TrainingPlay By Ear - Ear TrainingFree4.4★ (82)NoNoOct 2026
3Functional Ear TrainerFunctional Ear TrainerFree4.9★ (3.9K)NoYesNov 2026
4Chordlingo: Play by EarChordlingo: Play by EarFree——NoMay 2026
5Hearplay Piano: Play by EarHearplay Piano: Play by EarFree—NoNoMay 2026
6PitchStill: Play by EarPitchStill: Play by EarFree3.0★ (1)YesYesOct 2026
7Play by Ear: Ear TrainingPlay by Ear: Ear TrainingFree—NoYesOct 2026
8Piano by Ear - Play InstantlyPiano by Ear - Play Instantly$12.995.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Play By Ear

4.4😊(82 ratings)
Free
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Develop your musical ear with this call-and-response ear training app. It uses pitch recognition, allowing you to play notes back on your instrument instead of pressing buttons. Practice melodies, chords, and intervals in a way that mirrors real musical performance.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great for ear training
  • 👍 Helps learn to read music
  • 👍 Excellent for musicians
  • 👍 Good for piano teachers
  • 👍 Pitch recognition accuracy
  • 👍 Customizable exercises
  • 👍 User-friendly UI
  • 👍 Free and valuable
  • 👍 Works with instruments
  • 👍 Good for beginners
  • 👍 Helps with tonal memory
  • 👍 Practical application of skills
  • 👍 Good for vocal practice
  • 👍 Effective for practice
  • 👍 Innovative learning method

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent pitch detection
  • 🐛 Issues with low notes
  • 🐛 Glitchy chord recognition
  • 🐛 False errors reported
  • 🐛 Not ideal for beginners
  • 🐛 Audio issues reported
  • 🐛 Crashing frequently
  • 🐛 Over-sensitive pitch detection
  • 🐛 Some features not working
  • 🐛 Unmusical melodies generated
  • 🐛 Difficulty with certain instruments
  • 🐛 Limited interval options
Functional Ear Trainer#3

Functional Ear Trainer by Serhii Korchan

Ear training for everyone
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.9😊(3.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Develop your musical ear by learning to recognize tones within the context of a specific musical key. This app helps you understand the function of each note, improving your ability to transcribe, improvise, and play music by ear. Suitable for all ages and skill levels, with just 10 minutes of daily practice.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Effective ear training
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Customizable exercises
  • 🎉 Noticeable improvement with regular practice
  • 🎨 Visually appealing design
  • 🆓 Free app with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional audio glitches
  • 💡 Lack of support for other instruments besides piano
  • 💡 Desire for more advanced features (e.g. chord recognition)

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FAQ about Play By Ear

Are there free play by ear apps & games for iPhone?
Yes — 13 of the top play by ear apps & games we rank are free to download, including Play by Ear and Play By Ear - Ear Training.
Play by Ear has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ play by ear apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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