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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

PolyMetronome vs The Metronome by Soundbrenner

  • 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
The Metronome by Soundbrenner #5 in Metronome Apps 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Soundbrenner

PolyMetronome leads on 1 check, The Metronome by Soundbrenner on 0, and 4 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
  • Most featuresPolyMetronome · 4 of 5

PolyMetronome scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.1 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

PolyMetronome offers polyrhythm support; The Metronome by Soundbrenner doesn't.

PolyMetronome is the better fit for polyrhythm and structured practice. The Metronome by Soundbrenner is the better fit for connected practice and wearable users.

  • PolyMetronome fits best

    Polyrhythm and structured practice

  • The Metronome by Soundbrenner fits best

    Connected practice and wearable users

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Side by side

Feature PolyMetronome 9.1/10 Visit ↗ The Metronome by Soundbrenner 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.9
Ranking #3 in Metronome Apps #5 in Metronome Apps
Best for Polyrhythm and structured practice 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, iOS, Android iOS, Android, macOS
Support Email Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features PolyMetronome 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 Not checked yet 400 BPM
Platform coverage web, android, ios iOS, Android, macOS
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.
  • Free plan includes core metronome and practice features
  • Practice goals, streaks, reminders, and session history
  • Supports Ableton Link, MIDI, and Soundbrenner wearables
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.
  • No dedicated polyrhythm function
  • Paid-tier features require Soundbrenner Plus
  • Wearable connectivity centers on Soundbrenner devices
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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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. PolyMetronomeMetronome Apps 9.1Free plan
  2. The Metronome by SoundbrennerMetronome Apps 8.9Free 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.

  • 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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