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MidiStickers vs uTheory
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.
Free trial MacWindows
MidiStickers combines guided practice, MIDI analysis, notation, harmony, and teaching widgets for Windows and macOS. The paid license includes permanent access, while the one-device limit and Windows tablet pen restriction are important constraints.
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Free plan Web
uTheory combines self-guided lessons and practice with tools for classroom assignments and progress tracking. The free plan has a daily limit, while unlimited access is available through monthly or yearly subscriptions.
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| MidiStickers | uTheory | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | MidiStickers Pro: $59, paid once | Yearly Unlimited: $39.99 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | midistickers.com | utheory.com |
| On music theory software | #24 of 27 | #20 of 27 |
MidiStickers: what it does well
- Interactive exercises and progress tracking
- Advanced notation and harmony tools
- Displays detailed MIDI analysis
- Multiple instrument visualizations
- Seven-day trial without credit card
What to know first
- No free plan
- 59.00 USD one-time purchase
- Only one active device at a time
- Windows tablet pen input unsupported
uTheory: what it does well
- Includes 300+ video tutorials and 100+ interactive exercises.
- Practice adapts to performance and provides immediate feedback.
- Teachers can assign work and create custom tests and quizzes.
- Works in a browser across computers, phones, and tablets.
- Synchronizes grades with Google Classroom.
What to know first
- Free access is limited to 10 lessons or exercises daily.
- Monthly Unlimited costs $5.99 a month.
- Yearly Unlimited costs $39.99 a year, billed yearly.
- Education license pricing depends on quantity.
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