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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

Metronome Beats vs Pro Metronome

  • 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
Pro Metronome #4 in Metronome Apps 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Visit Pro Metronome

Metronome Beats leads on 0 checks, Pro Metronome 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

Metronome Beats scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

Metronome Beats is the better fit for broad, feature-rich practice across platforms. Pro Metronome is the better fit for mobile practice with hardware integrations.

  • Metronome Beats fits best

    Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms

  • Pro Metronome fits best

    Mobile practice with hardware integrations

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Side by side

Feature Metronome Beats 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Pro Metronome 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #1 in Metronome Apps #4 in Metronome Apps
Best for Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms Mobile practice with hardware integrations
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Desktop Mobile
Platforms Web, macOS, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Support Email, Docs Email
Integrations 3 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Metronome Beats 4/5 · Pro Metronome 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 ios, android
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
  • Polyrhythm, subdivisions, and custom time signatures support advanced practice.
  • Programmable practice mode, rhythm training, timers, and playlists add structure.
  • Ableton Link, MIDI pedal control, AirPlay, and Audiobus 3 support integrations.
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
  • Advanced features require the Pro Version or paid feature access.
  • The app is limited to iOS and Android mobile platforms.
  • Hardware and ecosystem integrations focus on supported mobile workflows.
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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Pro Metronome is a mobile metronome and rhythm-training app for musicians who practice, perform, or work on timing. It runs on iOS and Android and combines tap tempo, BPM calculation, adjustable time signatures, subdivision patterns,…

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  1. Metronome BeatsMetronome Apps 9.4Free plan
  2. Pro MetronomeMetronome Apps 9.0Free plan

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

  • Pro Metronome — where it wins

    • Polyrhythm, subdivisions, and custom time signatures support advanced practice.
    • Programmable practice mode, rhythm training, timers, and playlists add structure.
    • Ableton Link, MIDI pedal control, AirPlay, and Audiobus 3 support integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • Advanced features require the Pro Version or paid feature access.
    • The app is limited to iOS and Android mobile platforms.
    • Hardware and ecosystem integrations focus on supported mobile workflows.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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