About
This app analyzes music in real-time to identify its BPM and musical key. It also keeps a history of recognized songs, offers a stage mode with a timer, and includes a built-in tuner. Analysis is performed on-device for privacy.
What's New in KeyBee
1.1.1
October 12, 2026
• Control background listening in Settings. • When enabled, song recognition continues while using other apps or with the screen locked. When disabled, listening stops in the background and resumes when you return to KeyBee. • Reduced background updates to improve power efficiency.
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FAQ
How does KeyBee identify the BPM and key of music?
KeyBee listens to your music through your device's microphone and analyzes the audio in real-time to determine the BPM and musical key. For song recognition, it matches an audio fingerprint with Shazam's database.
Is KeyBee free to use?
Yes, KeyBee is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core features.
What devices does KeyBee support?
KeyBee is compatible with Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices, offering flexibility for users across different Apple platforms.
How accurate are KeyBee's results?
Accuracy can depend on the room acoustics, speaker quality, and background noise. Allowing KeyBee to listen for a short period generally improves the precision of its BPM and key detection.
Does KeyBee record or send my audio?
No, KeyBee is designed for privacy. All audio analysis stays on your device, and your audio is never recorded or sent to external servers.
Can KeyBee recognize songs when I'm using other apps?
Yes, KeyBee offers background listening functionality. When enabled in settings, it can continue recognizing songs even when you are using other applications or have your screen locked.
How often is KeyBee updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on October 12, 2026. Updates are provided by the developer to improve functionality and reliability.
What age rating does KeyBee have?
KeyBee has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.



