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HarmonyBuilder vs SmartScore
Both stand on music notation 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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HarmonyBuilder covers notation, harmony study, composition, and classroom sharing in separate editions. Its 28-day trial lets users explore the main editions before choosing a paid plan.
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SmartScore brings format support, score-related tools, and collaboration into a Windows and macOS desktop product. Its five paid monthly editions differ by name and listed price, so buyers should match an edition to their needs.
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| HarmonyBuilder | SmartScore | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Windows, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $14, paid once | SmartScore MIDI 64 NE: $49 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | SmartScore |
| Website | harmonybuilder.com | musitek.com |
| On music notation software | #32 of 38 | #36 of 38 |
HarmonyBuilder: what it does well
- Four-part score writing and playback
- Voice-leading checks in Educational edition
- Chord and voicing tools in Professional
- MIDI export and browser score links
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
What to know first
- Requires Java 6 or higher
- No mobile apps
- No free plan beyond the trial
SmartScore: what it does well
- Supports MusicXML and MIDI
- Extracts musical parts
- Includes tablature support
- Offers collaboration features
- Runs on Windows and macOS
What to know first
- No free plan
- Paid monthly editions
- Highest listed plan costs 399.00 USD monthly
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