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Head-to-head · Music Learning Apps

EarMaster vs Guitar Tricks

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score EarMaster #4 in Music Learning Apps 7.9/10 Free plan · paid from $3.65/user/mo (annual) Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit EarMaster
Guitar Tricks #6 in Music Learning Apps 7.3/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Guitar Tricks

EarMaster leads on 2 checks, Guitar Tricks on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreEarMaster · 7.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresEarMaster · 4 of 4

EarMaster scores higher on our rubric for music learning apps: 7.9 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.

EarMaster offers live feedback; Guitar Tricks doesn't publish it. On curriculum scope, EarMaster gives you Mixed where Guitar Tricks offers Instrument. EarMaster offers offline access; Guitar Tricks doesn't publish it.

EarMaster is the better fit for broad ear-training and musicianship practice. Guitar Tricks is the better fit for genre-focused guitar learners.

  • EarMaster fits best

    Broad ear-training and musicianship practice

  • Guitar Tricks fits best

    Genre-focused guitar learners

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Side by side

Feature EarMaster 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Guitar Tricks 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.3
Ranking #4 in Music Learning Apps #6 in Music Learning Apps
Best for Broad ear-training and musicianship practice Genre-focused guitar learners
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Community, Docs Email, Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features EarMaster 4/4 · Guitar Tricks 2/4
Live feedback ✓ (best) Not published
Practice tools ✓ ✓
Offline access ✓ (best) Not published
Progress tracking ✓ ✓
Specs
Curriculum scope Mixed Instrument
Included instruments Not published 1
Platform support Multi-platform Multi-platform
Our review
Pros
  • Covers ear training, sight-singing, rhythm, and music theory practice.
  • Real-time pitch and timing feedback supports voice, clap, and MIDI input.
  • Works across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android with progress tracking.
  • Step-by-step Core Learning System with genre-based guitar courses
  • Song lessons include tabs, notation, lyrics, looping, and adjustable playback
  • Practice tools include a tuner, metronome, reminders, logs, and streaks
Cons
  • The monthly personal plan costs more than the yearly equivalent.
  • Cloud plans listed here begin with groups of 5–9 users.
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of narrowly focused learners.
  • The curriculum focuses on guitar rather than multiple instruments
  • Basic Membership includes 24 lessons and limited reference and community features
  • Instructor feedback and private lessons are optional rather than core content
Our verdict

EarMaster is a music-learning app for ear training, sight-singing, rhythm practice, and music theory. It is aimed at music students, hobbyists, professional musicians, teachers, schools, choirs, and conservatories. Practice covers…

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Guitar Tricks is an online learning platform for beginners and experienced guitarists who want a guided path rather than isolated tutorials. Its Core Learning System organizes step-by-step courses, while genre-focused content covers…

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  1. EarMasterMusic Learning Apps 7.9Free plan · paid from $3.65/user/mo (annual)
  2. Guitar TricksMusic Learning Apps 7.3Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • EarMaster — where it wins

    • Covers ear training, sight-singing, rhythm, and music theory practice.
    • Real-time pitch and timing feedback supports voice, clap, and MIDI input.
    • Works across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android with progress tracking.

    Where it doesn't

    • The monthly personal plan costs more than the yearly equivalent.
    • Cloud plans listed here begin with groups of 5–9 users.
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of narrowly focused learners.

  • Guitar Tricks — where it wins

    • Step-by-step Core Learning System with genre-based guitar courses
    • Song lessons include tabs, notation, lyrics, looping, and adjustable playback
    • Practice tools include a tuner, metronome, reminders, logs, and streaks

    Where it doesn't

    • The curriculum focuses on guitar rather than multiple instruments
    • Basic Membership includes 24 lessons and limited reference and community features
    • Instructor feedback and private lessons are optional rather than core content
  • EarMaster7.9/10 · Free plan · paid from $3.65/user/mo (annual)

    Broad musicianship practice with adaptive feedback, tracking, and teacher tools.

    Visit EarMasterFull verdict →
  • Guitar Tricks7.3/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A focused guitar-learning platform with guided courses, songs, and practice tools.

    Visit Guitar TricksFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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