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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

PolyMetronome vs Pro Metronome

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score PolyMetronome #3 in Metronome Apps 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Visit PolyMetronome
Pro Metronome #4 in Metronome Apps 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Visit Pro Metronome

PolyMetronome 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 scorePolyMetronome · 9.1/10
  • Free planboth

PolyMetronome scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.1 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

PolyMetronome is the better fit for polyrhythm and structured practice. Pro Metronome is the better fit for mobile practice with hardware integrations.

  • PolyMetronome fits best

    Polyrhythm and structured practice

  • Pro Metronome fits best

    Mobile practice with hardware integrations

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Side by side

Feature PolyMetronome 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Pro Metronome 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 9.0
Ranking #3 in Metronome Apps #4 in Metronome Apps
Best for Polyrhythm and structured practice 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, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Support Email Email
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features PolyMetronome 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 Not checked yet Not checked yet
Platform coverage web, android, ios ios, android
Our review
Pros
  • Two independent metronomes support polyrhythm practice.
  • Score Mode combines tempo, sections and repeat controls.
  • Free Simple Mode plus practice logs and cloud synchronization in Pro.
  • 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
  • Advanced modes and practice tools require a Pro subscription.
  • The iOS native app is marked as coming soon.
  • Its specialized workflow may exceed basic metronome needs.
  • 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

PolyMetronome is a metronome app for drummers and other musicians working on complex timing. Its Simple, Poly, Alphabet and Score modes cover straightforward timing, independent polyrhythms, subdivision practice and custom rhythmic…

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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. PolyMetronomeMetronome Apps 9.1Free plan
  2. Pro MetronomeMetronome Apps 9.0Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • PolyMetronome — where it wins

    • Two independent metronomes support polyrhythm practice.
    • Score Mode combines tempo, sections and repeat controls.
    • Free Simple Mode plus practice logs and cloud synchronization in Pro.

    Where it doesn't

    • Advanced modes and practice tools require a Pro subscription.
    • The iOS native app is marked as coming soon.
    • Its specialized workflow may exceed basic metronome needs.

  • 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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