Musopen vs ToneScholar
Musopen
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| Figure | Musopen | ToneScholar |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4.58/mo | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Spec score · Music Learning Apps | 9.0 (#4) | 7.1 (#37) |
| Support | Musopen directs people with questions or bug reports to its contact page. | The privacy policy lists [email protected] for privacy questions and data rights requests. |
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In their own words
ToneScholar
ToneScholar is a functional ear training app for developing musical skills through the harmonic functions of notes and chords. Its training approach emphasizes musical intuition, using dozens of custom exercise modules and progression-based learning. Listed areas include sight singing, composition, improvisation, music theory, transcription, and intonation. The FAQ says prior music theory knowledge and sheet-music reading are not required. ToneScholar runs on the web and iOS. During beta, everything is free: the Beta plan is free. ToneScholar Pro is marked as coming soon, with no price listed. The privacy policy says the service collects personal identification information and usage data, storing it with Google Cloud Platform and Amplitude. Data is deleted within 18 months after account deactivation or within 30 days of a deletion request, whichever comes sooner. Children under 13 may not use the service.