Metronome Pro review
A focused Apple metronome with strong practice records and watch workflows.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Metronome Pro is a paid metronome application for musicians, teachers, and students using Apple devices. It runs on iOS and macOS, with Apple Watch support for dedicated metronome and running cadence modes. The core tool covers tempos from 20 to 480 BPM, time-signature selection, beat accents, SoundFont click sounds, and saved practice records. Its sheet-music and MIDI practice workflows make it more specialized than a basic tempo tool.
The published plans are centered on paid access: Metronome Pro app is a paid download with no ads and Apple Watch support, while the listed options also include Weekly Subscription, Monthly Subscription, Annual subscription, and Be the VIP. The listed starting price is 0.99. For Apple users, the platform fit is clear: the product is distributed through the Apple App Store for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. That makes it a practical match for musicians who already organize practice across those devices.
Its strongest distinction is the combination of tempo control, practice records, sheet-music and MIDI workflows, and watch-specific modes. The trade-off is a narrower feature profile: verified tap tempo, subdivision, and polyrhythm support are not included, and there is no free plan. Musicians seeking focused Apple practice tools, watch access, and structured records should consider it. Those who need broader rhythmic training features or a free starting point should choose an alternative metronome app.
Metronome Pro pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Tempo range from 20 to 480 BPM with time-signature selection
- Apple Watch metronome and running cadence modes
- Sheet-music, MIDI, and saved practice-record workflows
- Where it doesn't
- No free plan; the app is a paid download
- No verified tap tempo, subdivision, or polyrhythm support
- Apple-focused distribution limits platform flexibility
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