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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

Metronome Beats vs The Metronome by Soundbrenner

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 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
The Metronome by Soundbrenner #5 in Metronome Apps 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Soundbrenner

Metronome Beats leads on 2 checks, The Metronome by Soundbrenner on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 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
  • Most featuresMetronome Beats · 4 of 5

Metronome Beats scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.4 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

Metronome Beats leads on maximum bpm: 900 BPM versus 400 BPM. Metronome Beats offers polyrhythm support; The Metronome by Soundbrenner doesn't.

Metronome Beats is the better fit for broad, feature-rich practice across platforms. The Metronome by Soundbrenner is the better fit for connected practice and wearable users.

  • Metronome Beats fits best

    Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms

  • The Metronome by Soundbrenner fits best

    Connected practice and wearable users

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Side by side

Feature Metronome Beats 9.4/10 Visit ↗ The Metronome by Soundbrenner 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.9
Ranking #1 in Metronome Apps #5 in Metronome Apps
Best for Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms Connected practice and wearable users
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Desktop Mobile
Platforms Web, macOS, iOS, Android iOS, Android, macOS
Support Email, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features Metronome Beats 4/5 · The Metronome by Soundbrenner 3/5
Tap tempo ✓ ✓
Subdivision control ✓ ✓
Custom time signatures ✓ ✓
Polyrhythm support ✓ (best) —
Offline mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum BPM 900 BPM (best) 400 BPM
Platform coverage web, macos, ios, android iOS, Android, macOS
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
  • Free plan includes core metronome and practice features
  • Practice goals, streaks, reminders, and session history
  • Supports Ableton Link, MIDI, and Soundbrenner wearables
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
  • No dedicated polyrhythm function
  • Paid-tier features require Soundbrenner Plus
  • Wearable connectivity centers on Soundbrenner devices
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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The Metronome by Soundbrenner combines a metronome, practice tracker, chromatic tuner, rhythm tools, setlists, and wearable connectivity in one app. It is designed for musicians practicing, performing, or recording across instruments and…

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  1. Metronome BeatsMetronome Apps 9.4Free plan
  2. The Metronome by SoundbrennerMetronome Apps 8.9Free 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

  • The Metronome by Soundbrenner — where it wins

    • Free plan includes core metronome and practice features
    • Practice goals, streaks, reminders, and session history
    • Supports Ableton Link, MIDI, and Soundbrenner wearables

    Where it doesn't

    • No dedicated polyrhythm function
    • Paid-tier features require Soundbrenner Plus
    • Wearable connectivity centers on Soundbrenner devices

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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