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Fender Play vs Guitar Tricks

Both stand on guitar learning apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Fender Play

Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

Fender Play combines structured lessons, practice modes, feedback, and cross-device progress for three instruments. Review the trial conversion and subscription terms before starting.

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Guitar Tricks combines a large lesson library with structured instruction, song tools, and optional instructor input. The free plan is limited, while Full Access is available on monthly or yearly billing.

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The facts

	Fender Play	Guitar Tricks
Free plan	A free trial	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Annual: $149.99 a year	Full Access Yearly: $179 a year
Plans published	2	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	fender.com	guitartricks.com
On guitar learning apps	#5 of 12	#1 of 12

Fender Play: what it does well

Covers guitar, bass, and ukulele
Offers thousands of instructional videos
Provides personalized learning paths
Includes real-time feedback mode
Works across web, iOS, and Android

What to know first

No free plan
Monthly plan costs $19.99 a month
Annual plan costs $149.99 a year
Trials roll into paid subscriptions automatically

Guitar Tricks: what it does well

More than 11,000 video lessons across techniques, styles, and songs.
Beginner curriculum uses progressive, step-by-step instruction.
Song lessons offer adjustable speed and looping.
Practice toolbox includes tuner, metronome, and fretboard trainer.
Members can submit videos for instructor feedback.

What to know first

Free plan is limited to 24 lessons.
Full Access costs 29.95 USD monthly or 179.00 USD yearly.
Curriculum covers one instrument: guitar.

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