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Clements Theory vs ToneSavvy
Both stand on music theory software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Clements Theory combines structured guides, extensive question practice and teacher management tools for music theory study. Its browser delivery avoids installation, while subscriptions provide access to all listed features.
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ToneSavvy covers a wide range of theory and listening exercises, with score tracking for subscribing teachers. Free practice is open to learners, but it does not provide teachers with visible or creditable scores.
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| Clements Theory | ToneSavvy | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Individual — 1 year: £47 a year | Up to 25 students: $19 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | clementstheory.com | tonesavvy.com |
| On music theory software | #23 of 27 | #19 of 27 |
Clements Theory: what it does well
- Covers ABRSM and Trinity grades 1 to 5
- More than 7,000 exam-style questions
- Timed practice and mock exams available
- Teachers can assign and automatically mark work
- Works in browsers without downloads
What to know first
- No free plan is listed
- Student-funded school subscriptions limit teacher controls
- Paid individual plans are required for full access
ToneSavvy: what it does well
- Exercises cover theory, instruments, rhythm, and ear training.
- Teachers can assign practice and review student scores.
- Students complete assignments on computers or mobile devices.
- Students do not pay for teacher-assigned use.
- Free exercises are available without an account.
What to know first
- Unregistered practice scores are not visible to teachers.
- Some MIDI exercises require a compatible browser.
- ToneSavvy says it cannot guarantee security of transmitted information.
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