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Head-to-head · Music Learning Apps

EarMaster vs Solfeg.io

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score EarMaster #5 in Music Learning Apps 8.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit EarMaster
Solfeg.io #14 in Music Learning Apps 7.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Solfeg.io

EarMaster leads on 0 checks, Solfeg.io on 0, and 5 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 · 8.5/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresEarMaster · 4 of 4

EarMaster scores higher on our rubric for music learning apps: 8.5 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #14.

EarMaster is the better fit for broad ear-training and musicianship practice. Solfeg.io is the better fit for affordable song-based multi-instrument learning.

  • EarMaster fits best

    Broad ear-training and musicianship practice

  • Solfeg.io fits best

    Affordable song-based multi-instrument learning

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Side by side

Feature EarMaster 8.5/10 Visit ↗ Solfeg.io 7.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.5 7.8
Ranking #5 in Music Learning Apps #14 in Music Learning Apps
Best for Broad ear-training and musicianship practice Affordable song-based multi-instrument learning
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $6/user/yr $0.99/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Community, Docs Live chat, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features EarMaster 4/4 · Solfeg.io 3/4
Live feedback ✓ ✓
Practice tools ✓ ✓
Offline access ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Progress tracking ✓ ✓
Specs
Curriculum scope Mixed Mixed
Included instruments Not checked yet 3
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.
  • Interactive lessons cover guitar, piano, and ukulele
  • Real-time chord feedback, practice tools, and progress tracking
  • Web, iOS, and Android access with a free plan
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 Free plan is limited to 10 songs and 6 classes
  • Real-time chord feedback and the AI music teacher require Self learning
  • It focuses on three instruments rather than a broader instrument range
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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Solfeg.io is a music-learning app and web platform for beginners, independent learners, schools, and home practice. Its core approach combines interactive song lessons with guided classes, simplified notation, play-along tracks, practice…

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  1. EarMasterMusic Learning Apps 8.5Free plan
  2. Solfeg.ioMusic Learning Apps 7.8Free plan

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.

  • Solfeg.io — where it wins

    • Interactive lessons cover guitar, piano, and ukulele
    • Real-time chord feedback, practice tools, and progress tracking
    • Web, iOS, and Android access with a free plan

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan is limited to 10 songs and 6 classes
    • Real-time chord feedback and the AI music teacher require Self learning
    • It focuses on three instruments rather than a broader instrument range

EarMaster vs Solfeg.io: questions

Which is better for music learning apps, EarMaster or Solfeg.io?

EarMaster scores higher on our rubric for music learning apps: 8.5 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #14.

How do EarMaster and Solfeg.io compare?

All 5 checks we put side by side come out level: neither leads on any.

Do EarMaster and Solfeg.io have a free plan?

EarMaster: Yes. Solfeg.io: Yes.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026

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