DuetStudio
7.3#5 in music lesson scheduling softwareFrom $120 a yearFree planWeb
VisitDuetStudio vs Nova Music
Nova Music
7.6#4 in music lesson scheduling softwareFrom $100 a yearFree planiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | DuetStudio | Nova Music |
|---|---|---|
| Practice tracking | Students can log practice and teachers can track repertoire. | Practice tools record daily logs, streaks, points, levels, achievements and goals. |
| Scheduling | Teachers can schedule one-off and weekly recurring lessons in a calendar. | Scheduling includes recurring patterns, month/week/day/agenda views, conflict detection, availability management, locations and categories. |
| Security | The privacy policy says DuetStudio uses HTTPS/TLS, Supabase Auth, row-level security, and environment-separated API keys to protect data. | The pricing page states that data uses industry-standard encryption and row-level security policies. |
| Student portal | Families can access a student portal through an email sign-in link without a password. | The portal uses PIN-based login and lets students view lessons, submit assignments, track progress, access resources and message teachers. |
| Support | Users can contact support through the contact page or email [email protected]. | Nova's help center lists 33 articles across seven categories and offers support by email at [email protected]. |
DuetStudio plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$12 a month
- Pro annual$120 a year
- Organization$208 a year
Nova Music plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$10 a month
- Pro annual$100 a year
- StudioPriced on request
Pick DuetStudio if…
The free plan may suit hobby teachers and college students teaching on the side, while Pro is aimed at full-time solo teachers. The Organization plan is intended for multi-teacher studios and small academies, though it is marked “Coming soon.”
Pick Nova Music if…
Nova Music suits piano teachers, guitar instructors, voice coaches, and private studios that want lesson scheduling alongside student communication and practice tracking. The free plan is sized for up to 10 students, while Pro supports unlimited students.