The guitar practice trackerbuilt for real progress

Log sessions, discover song difficulty ratings, and follow a structured routine, from beginner to advanced.

Free forever, no paywalls
Riff Quest dashboard with daily practice, quests and activity heatmap
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Practice with tabs.
Hear every note.

Animated GP tablature, synced to real audio playback. Turn on pitch detection and it's Guitar Hero, on a real guitar: every note you hit lights up as you play.

Tablature lighting up in real time as pitch detection recognizes the notes being played
Guitar Pro files
Import any GP file, tablature stays synced to audio
Tempo control
Slow any exercise down until it's clean, then speed up
Live score and accuracy
Each take gets a score, accuracy and a combo multiplier
Practice statistics with total time, points, skill split and all-time activity chart
Progress tracking

Where your hours actually go.

Every session is logged and broken down automatically, so you can see what you practiced and what you skipped.

  • Total practice time
    Every session logged, down to the hour
  • Skill breakdown
    Technique, Theory, Creativity, Hearing
  • Points & milestones
    Earn XP and climb the leaderboard
  • Long-term trends
    Spot plateaus and breakthroughs over time

Every song you want to learn. Ranked.

Rated by the community, not algorithms. Find songs that match your level and start learning with context.

  • Thousands of songs
    A growing library spanning every genre and level
  • Community difficulty ratings
    Real scores from guitarists who played the song
  • Smart filtering
    By genre, difficulty, technique, or skill level
  • Want to learn list
    Turn your wishlist into a structured plan
Song library with community difficulty ratings and genre filters
Practice plans library with ready-made training programs

Your practice, your rules.

Stop improvising. Build a structured plan from scratch or pick a template, then execute with focus.

  • Build your own plan
    Pick exercises, set durations, define the order
  • Ready-made templates
    Curated for technique, theory, creativity, ear training
  • Timed sessions
    Each block gets a fixed slot, so practice stays on schedule
  • Auto-plan
    One click generates a session from your stats, no planning

Loved by guitarists who show up.

The only practice tool that's kept me playing for over half a year. No more pen and paper or clunky spreadsheets, I can build my own exercises or pull from RiffQuest's high-quality pre-made ones and drop them straight into a routine. Gamification, leaderboards, and sharing plans with others keep it fun, and the community is fantastic. Best and easiest way to steer your guitar journey.

teruimaxx
teruimaxx
137 hours logged

I've been playing for more years than I am prepared to admit, and this tool really stands out. Well-designed exercises, real progress tracking, and gamified extras that keep things fun.

Cookie
Cookie
106 hours logged

I always struggled to stay motivated. RiffQuest tracks my progress and keeps me coming back through gamification. I play more regularly now.

Apoth
Apoth
27 hours logged

No more spreadsheets. I can see at a glance how much time I've spent on each category, and the leaderboards keep me consistent.

StayAtHomeGuitarist
StayAtHomeGuitarist
25 hours logged

Make tonight's practice count.

Create an account and log your first session today.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is this app for?

Riff Quest is for guitarists who want to turn their practice into visible progress. If you feel inconsistent, stuck, or just want a better way to track your repertoire, this is for you.

Is it for beginners or advanced guitarists?

It's designed for both. Beginners use it to stay motivated and track their first skills, while advanced players use it to manage complex repertoires and see where they stand in the community.

Do I have to practice every day to use it?

Absolutely not. We hate 'streak pressure.' Riff Quest is a companion that tracks your growth whenever you pick up the guitar, whether that's daily or just a few times a week.

Where do the song difficulty levels come from?

They are community-rated. Instead of a single expert deciding how hard a song is, the difficulty reflects the real-world experience of guitarists who have actually practiced and learned it.

How does progress tracking work?

The app automatically logs your sessions and skill development in areas like Technique, Theory, and Ear Training, giving you a clear bird's-eye view of your improvement.

Can I track my own custom songs and exercises?

Yes! You have full flexibility to log any song or exercise you're currently working on, keeping your practice organized and your progress visible.

How does the gamification (XP) help me?

By earning skill points and leveling up, you get a tangible sense of achievement for every minute spent with your guitar. It turns 'messy practice' into a rewarding progression system.