Drum School vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Drum School's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Drum School This App	Real Guitar: lessons & chords Nemesis	Chordana Play Contender	Learn Drums - Beginner Beats Contender	EarMaster - Ear Training Contender	Learn Piano-Play Songs & Notes Contender	Rhythm Tabla & Tanpura PREMIUM Peer	GrooveClix Metronome Peer	ChordU - get chords & notes Peer	Music Speed Changer-Transpose Peer
Core Identity
Developer	Ferenc Nemeth	KOLB SISTEMAS - EIRELI	CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.	Riafy Technologies Pvt. Ltd.	EarMaster	Riafy Technologies Pvt. Ltd.	PSS Labs	Appsonica	ChordU	Artem Popov
Category	Music	Music	Music	Music	Music & Audio	Music	Music & Audio	Music	Music & Audio	Music
Platform	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS, Android	Android	iOS, Android	Android	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	4.7 / 5	4.4 / 5	2.7 / 5	4.4 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.3 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.1 / 5	0.0 / 5	4.5 / 5
Ratings Count	252	6,156	67	110	1,291	122	3,913	117	0	142
Price	USD24.99	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	$4.49	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jan 21, 2011	Dec 30, 2017	Mar 9, 2017	Jul 23, 2021	Jan 25, 2022	Aug 24, 2021	Aug 3, 2014	Oct 3, 2023	Nov 13, 2018	Jun 19, 2023
Last Updated	Oct 8, 2025	May 8, 2026	May 8, 2022	May 5, 2026	Apr 13, 2026	Apr 30, 2026	Apr 10, 2026	May 18, 2026	Apr 23, 2026	May 4, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	excellent	mixed	negative	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Score	85/100	45/100	30/100	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Praises	Systematic practice tools and adjustable tempo controls enable effective skill development for drummers	Realistic guitar simulation mechanics provide a satisfying learning experience for beginners without physical instruments	Gamified piano learning interface encourages younger students to practice consistently through visual feedback	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Complaints	Audio distortion and synchronization issues occur when slowing down tracks for practice sessions	Aggressive and frequent unskippable advertisements disrupt the core gameplay loop and user experience	Persistent MIDI file import failures prevent users from adding custom songs to the library	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Requests	Addition of full-length playalong tracks would enhance the practical application of learned grooves	Expanded customization options including custom tunings and advanced guitar effects pedals	Vertical scrolling display with finger numbering would improve the utility of the learning interface	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Limb-specific audio isolation provides technical depth that justifies the $24.99 price point Ferenc Nemeth's video library functions as a brand-led distribution barrier	High-fidelity simulation loop sustains beginner interest MIDI hardware support retains power users Global chart presence drives organic discovery	Proprietary hardware-software lock-in via USB/wireless adapters Three-step lesson scoring system tracks practice progress MIDI file import utility expands song library	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Weaknesses	Audio distortion at low tempos erodes high-precision practice utility $24.99 price ceiling limits entry for casual users compared to subscription alternatives	Aggressive ad-frequency drives high churn Technical instability during practice sessions Premium features fail to unlock post-payment	2.7★ rating indicates poor user satisfaction Persistent MIDI file import failures block core utility Lack of accessibility features for visually impaired users	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Pricing	paid	freemium	free	free	freemium	free	paid	freemium	freemium	free
Momentum	Maintenance	Maintenance	-	-	-	-	-	Intense	Intense	Intense
Update Cadence	2 versions, ~125d avg	5 versions, ~23d avg	-	-	-	-	-	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions

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