# Rhythm Cat Lite

> Learn To Read Music

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id488167475](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id488167475)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id488167475`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** James Uhart
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (175 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2021-02-23
- **First published:** 2011-12-14
- **Size:** 63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rhythm-cat-lite/id488167475)
- **Website:** [https://melodycats.com](https://melodycats.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://melodycats.com/privacy-policy/](https://melodycats.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Rhythm Cat Lite is a Chrome extension that helps you learn to read music through engaging rhythm games. Put your rhythm skills to the test while enjoying a great soundtrack that makes practice entertaining.

Developed in collaboration with professional musicians and educators, this game not only entertains but teaches the most commonly used music rhythm notation. More info and video presentation at http://melodycats.com

## Rankings

- #111,081 — Overall

## Review summary

Rhythm Cat Lite is praised as an effective rhythm and note-reading teaching tool that classroom teachers endorse, with a fun, engaging interface and varied tempos. However, recurring issues undermine reliability: audio problems, touch/response and scoring bugs, and progression blockers. The Lite version also offers too few free levels for thorough practice, and some learners want more explanations or online learning resources. Overall, it’s well-liked for learning rhythm, but stability and content gaps limit consistent professional use.

### Pros

- Effective tool for teaching rhythm and note reading.
- Useful in classroom settings and recommended by teachers.
- Fun and engaging with varied tempos and music styles.
- Simple, intuitive visuals (cat theme) and interface that aid learning.
- Provides immediate feedback on attempts to help with rhythm practice.

### Cons

- Audio issues: no sound or sound not working, with some users needing headphones to hear sounds.
- Touch response and scoring bugs: inconsistent touch input and incorrect or missing scoring on levels.
- Progression bugs: levels can get stuck or not register scores, hindering progression.
- Limited free content in the Lite version: not enough levels to fully learn or practice.
- Some notes and learning content are not explained; requests for more learning resources (e.g., online note sheets).

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