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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

Metronome Beats vs Bounce Metronome Pro

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Metronome Beats #1 in Metronome Apps 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Try Metronome Beats
Bounce Metronome Pro #7 in Metronome Apps 8.7/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 5 features Visit Bounce

Metronome Beats leads on 0 checks, Bounce Metronome Pro on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMetronome Beats · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Bounce Metronome Pro

Metronome Beats scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.4 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

Metronome Beats is the better fit for broad, feature-rich practice across platforms. Bounce Metronome Pro is the better fit for complex meters on desktop.

  • Metronome Beats fits best

    Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms

  • Bounce Metronome Pro fits best

    Complex meters on desktop

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Side by side

Feature Metronome Beats 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Bounce Metronome Pro 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.7
Ranking #1 in Metronome Apps #7 in Metronome Apps
Best for Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms Complex meters on desktop
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $29.99 one-time
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Desktop Desktop
Platforms Web, macOS, iOS, Android Windows, Linux
Support Email, Docs Email, Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Metronome Beats 4/5 · Bounce Metronome Pro 4/5
Tap tempo ✓ ✓
Subdivision control ✓ ✓
Custom time signatures ✓ ✓
Polyrhythm support ✓ ✓
Offline mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum BPM 900 BPM Not checked yet
Platform coverage web, macos, ios, android Windows, Linux
Our review
Pros
  • Tempo control from 1 to 900 BPM with tap tempo
  • Polyrhythm editing, custom signatures, and subdivisions up to 16 clicks
  • Web, macOS, iOS, and Android availability with free functionality
  • Supports arbitrary time signatures and unlimited subdivisions
  • Combines polyrhythms, polymeters, and automatic tempo changes
  • Adds visual patterns, speed drills, sound options, and MIDI output
Cons
  • Saved presets, setlists, songs, and live mode require Pro
  • Pricing varies by platform and region
  • Listed integrations focus on Google and Apple account services
  • Focused on Windows and Linux through Wine
  • The feature set may be excessive for basic click-track needs
  • The download is dated 2019
Our verdict

Metronome Beats is a metronome and speed-training app for musicians, music teachers, performers, and anyone practicing controlled timing. Its free plan includes a metronome, tap tempo, speed trainer, and drum machine. Across its web,…

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Bounce Metronome Pro is a desktop metronome for musicians who need detailed control over rhythm, meter, subdivision, and tempo. It supports arbitrary time signatures, including odd meters, along with swing, additive rhythms, drum…

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  1. Metronome BeatsMetronome Apps 9.4Free plan
  2. Bounce Metronome ProMetronome Apps 8.7Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Metronome Beats — where it wins

    • Tempo control from 1 to 900 BPM with tap tempo
    • Polyrhythm editing, custom signatures, and subdivisions up to 16 clicks
    • Web, macOS, iOS, and Android availability with free functionality

    Where it doesn't

    • Saved presets, setlists, songs, and live mode require Pro
    • Pricing varies by platform and region
    • Listed integrations focus on Google and Apple account services

  • Bounce Metronome Pro — where it wins

    • Supports arbitrary time signatures and unlimited subdivisions
    • Combines polyrhythms, polymeters, and automatic tempo changes
    • Adds visual patterns, speed drills, sound options, and MIDI output

    Where it doesn't

    • Focused on Windows and Linux through Wine
    • The feature set may be excessive for basic click-track needs
    • The download is dated 2019
  • Metronome Beats9.4/10 · Free plan

    A broad practice app with advanced rhythm tools and coverage across web, macOS, iOS, and Android.

    Try Metronome BeatsFull verdict →
  • Bounce Metronome Pro8.7/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A deep Windows and Linux metronome for odd meters, polyrhythms, drills, and MIDI.

    Visit BounceFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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