flowkey
A piano app that teaches through split-screen videos of a real pianist's hands plus sheet music. Wait Mode listens and pauses until you play the right notes. Free songs to start; Classic, Premium and Family plans unlock more.
What is flowkey?
flowkey is a piano learning app built around video. The screen shows a real pianist's hands from above, with the matching sheet music scrolling underneath. You play along on your own piano or keyboard, and the app listens through your microphone or a MIDI connection.
flowkey says more than 15 million people have used it. Its song arrangements are made by professional pianists, and it lists partnerships with Yamaha and ABRSM.
How it works
Pick a song or course, then use the practice tools:
- Wait Mode: The video pauses until you play the right notes.
- Slow Motion: Practice at a lower tempo.
- Loop: Repeat one section until it's solid.
- Select a hand: Learn the right and left hands separately.
Courses teach the basics of reading music, chords and theory. Most learners practice 10 to 30 minutes at a time, usually on their own.
What it covers
flowkey's library includes thousands of songs across genres and skill levels, from beginner melodies to advanced arrangements. Which songs you can open depends on your plan:
| Plan | What's included | Users |
|---|---|---|
| Free | A few songs and course lessons | 1 |
| Classic | All courses, classical and public-domain songs | 1 |
| Premium | Classic plus pop, rock, jazz, film, TV and game music | 1 |
| Family | Everything in Premium | Up to 5 |
Who it's best for
flowkey fits teens and adults who want to learn particular songs and like watching a pianist's hands. Visual learners do especially well. Children under about 10 usually need something more playful and guided, like Simply Piano or Hoffman Academy. Browse more arts and music programs.
Pricing at a glance
As of October 2026, US prices run from $99.99 a year for Classic to $149.99 a year for Premium and $224.99 a year for Family. Monthly plans cost more. Yearly plans include a 7-day trial, and every plan has a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Possibly. Some ESA programs allow music lessons and learning apps, but rules on app subscriptions vary, and we did not find flowkey listed in an official program marketplace. Each program decides. Check your state, such as Florida or Arizona, or start at our scholarships hub. Save flowkey to your wishlist and apply once on Edulist.
How it compares
- Simply Piano is more game-like and kid-focused.
- Yousician covers five instruments on one plan.
- Piano Marvel is stronger on sight reading and graded method lessons.
- Hoffman Academy is a full kids' piano method with free videos.
Who flowkey is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Teens and adults learning songs they love
- Visual learners who like watching a pianist's hands
- Classical-focused learners who can save with Classic
- Families of up to 5 sharing one plan
Look elsewhere if
- Young children who need a playful, guided method
- Students needing technique correction from a teacher
- Families wanting a structured, graded curriculum with assessments
flowkey pros and cons
Pros
- Real pianist video synced with sheet music
- Wait Mode is forgiving for beginners
- Clear, published US prices and a 14-day money-back guarantee
- Free account with no time limit
- Family plan covers 5 profiles
Cons
- Pop and modern songs require Premium, not Classic
- Less kid-oriented than Simply Piano or Hoffman Academy
- Some licensed songs can disappear from the library
- Can't correct posture or hand technique
What’s included
- Video of a pianist's hands synced with sheet music
- Wait Mode listens through the microphone or MIDI and waits for the right notes
- Slow Motion, Loop and single-hand practice
- Thousands of arranged songs across genres and difficulty levels
- Courses on reading music, chords and theory
- Family plan with up to 5 profiles
How much does flowkey cost?
As of October 2026, flowkey's help center lists these US prices: Classic $16.49 a month or $99.99 a year (all courses plus classical and public-domain songs); Premium $24.99 a month or $149.99 a year (adds pop, rock, jazz, film, TV and video game music); and Family $37.49 a month or $224.99 a year (Premium for up to 5 profiles). Prices vary by country and are shown before you pay.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic, monthly | $16.49/mo | Monthly | $16.49/mo |
| Classic, yearly | $99.99/yr | Yearly | $8.33/mo |
| Premium, monthly | $24.99/mo | Monthly | $24.99/mo |
| Premium, yearly | $149.99/yr | Yearly | $12.50/mo |
| Family, monthly | $37.49/mo | Monthly | $37.49/mo |
| Family, yearly | $224.99/yr | Yearly | $18.75/mo |
Free trial: Yearly plans include a free 7-day Premium trial that converts to a yearly subscription unless you cancel at least 24 hours before it ends. Discounted offers don't include a trial.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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flowkey FAQs
How much does flowkey cost?
As of October 2026, US prices are $16.49 a month or $99.99 a year for Classic, $24.99 a month or $149.99 a year for Premium, and $37.49 a month or $224.99 a year for Family. Prices vary by country.
Is flowkey free?
A free account includes a few songs and course lessons with all learning features, and it never expires. Paid plans unlock the full library.
What's the difference between flowkey Classic and Premium?
Classic includes all courses plus classical and public-domain songs. Premium adds pop, rock, jazz, and film, TV and video game music. Family is Premium for up to 5 profiles.
Does flowkey have a free trial or refund?
Yearly plans include a 7-day Premium trial, and flowkey offers a 14-day money-back guarantee. Cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends to avoid the yearly charge.
How do I cancel flowkey?
On the web, open Settings with the gear icon, then Account, then Unsubscribe. For App Store or Google Play purchases, cancel in your device's subscription settings.
Is flowkey good for kids?
It works for older kids who can follow video and sheet music on their own. Younger kids usually prefer a playful, guided program such as Simply Piano or Hoffman Academy.
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