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What it is

Functional Ear Trainer is an ear-training app built around hearing tones in the context of a musical key. Its method asks users to recognize each tone’s function within that key, with exercises and audio tools intended to improve musical ear and understanding of music theory. The app listing describes it as suitable for beginners through professional musicians and says playing an instrument is not required. The maker recommends 10 minutes of daily practice. Features listed in the App Store version history include Melodic Dictations, Sound Plugins and Listener Mode. The app is available on Android, iOS, macOS and Windows, and is free to download, though some features may need a recurring subscription or one-time payment. Functional Ear Trainer is listed at free; Functional Ear Trainer Plus is listed at $19.99, paid once, with no detail on what it unlocks. Subscriptions and trials must be cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period or trial ends to avoid a charge. The service is intended for users aged 16 or older; minors require parental permission and supervision. Support is listed at [email protected].

Spec sheet

Purpose
The app provides ear-training exercises and audio tools intended to improve musical ear and understanding of music theory.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Audience
The app listing says it is for beginners through professional musicians and does not require playing an instrument.Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Platforms
The app is listed for iPhone and iPad on the App Store and for Android on Google Play.Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Privacy
Google Play reports that the developer says the app shares no data with third parties, may collect location and personal information among other data, encrypts data in transit, and supports deletion requests.Read 4 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Compliance
The terms say the services are not tailored to comply with industry-specific regulations such as HIPAA or FISMA.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Support
The maker lists [email protected] as its support contact.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Headquarters
El Toscal, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, SpainRead 28 Sep 2026 · getfet.app
Founded
2002Read 28 Sep 2026 · getfet.app
Eligibility
The terms say the services are intended for users aged 16 or older, with parental permission and supervision required for minors.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Features
The App Store version history lists Melodic Dictations, Sound Plugins, and Listener Mode.Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Free access
The app is free to download, while some features may require a recurring subscription or one-time payment.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Method
It trains users to recognize tones in the context of a musical key and hear each tone’s function within that key.Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Payments
The maker says subscription and trial cancellation must be made at least 24 hours before the current period or trial ends to avoid a charge.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Practice
The maker recommends practicing for 10 minutes a day.Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app

Plans and prices

Functional Ear Trainer Free Free to download; some features may require a subscription or one-time payment Read 4 Oct 2026 · getfet.app
Functional Ear Trainer Plus $19.99, paid once In-app purchase; the listing does not specify what it unlocks Read 4 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Does not require playing an instrument
  • Available on Android, iOS, macOS and Windows
  • Free to download
  • Recommends a 10-minute daily practice routine

Limits

  • Some features may require subscription or one-time payment
  • Plus costs $19.99 as a one-time purchase
  • Plus purchase does not specify what it unlocks
  • Cancellation is required at least 24 hours before renewal or trial end

Who it suits

It may suit learners from beginners to professional musicians who want to practice hearing tones within a key, including people who do not play an instrument. The stated age eligibility is 16 or older, with parental permission and supervision required for minors.

Verdict

Functional Ear Trainer focuses on recognizing tone roles within a musical key and is available across mobile and desktop platforms. The download is free, but some features may require payment and the Plus listing does not state what it provides.

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