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Ella vs SightSing
Both stand on ear training software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhoneMac
Choose Ella if you want a free sight-singing app with microphone feedback, guided progression, and practice and play modes. Its listed platforms are iOS and macOS, and its privacy policy says exercise data may be stored on the device and transmitted to the company’s cloud.
Visit Ella Free plan iPhoneWeb
SightSing combines progressive sight-singing lessons with separate rhythm and interval practice. Check the free Levels 1–3 before choosing a paid plan for the full curriculum.
Visit SightSingThe facts
| Ella | SightSing | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Annual: $49 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ensemble-education.com | sightsing.app |
| On ear training software | #10 of 23 | #14 of 23 |
Ella: what it does well
- Microphone feedback evaluates pitch, intonation, and intervals.
- A detailed graph displays singing pitch.
- Learning path ranges from beginner to advanced concepts.
- Practice Mode allows listening before singing.
- Play Mode supports personal-best scores and competition.
What to know first
- The listed platforms are iOS and macOS.
- Exercise data may be transmitted to the company’s cloud.
- The app is not intended for children under 13.
SightSing: what it does well
- Three trainers track progress independently.
- Rolling-window mastery avoids missed-day resets.
- Sample melody is available without signup.
- Microphone audio stays on the device.
What to know first
- Free plan covers only Levels 1–3.
- Pitch grading varies with device and surroundings.
- Not currently offered as a classroom product.
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