# MetroBPM - Live Beat Detector — Detect Live Tempo / Metronome

> Real-time tempo detector and metronome for live music performance. (iPhone/iPad app by Bloom Vine Labs, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metrobpm-live-beat-detector/id6670410153 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bloom Vine Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1001837559)
- Category: Music, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 5 MB
- Languages: Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), American English
- Released: 2024-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metrobpm-live-beat-detector/id6670410153/reviews.md

## What is MetroBPM?

Need to keep tempo steady for your live performance and practice? MetroBPM combines a Live Tempo Detector with a Metronome in your pocket. It uses your device's microphone to detect tempo from percussive/rhythmic music in Real-Time. Designed for learners, dance musicians & live performances.

- Features -
• Real-time detection of tempo from rhythmic music
• Tempo history plot for review
• Metronome with selectable sounds
• Tap-to-detect tempo
• Clock / timer built-in for live performance or practice
• Quickly launch frequently used tempo by tap-hold app icon
• No Ads or Subscription

- Modern Design -
• Optimized for live on-stage use on iPhone and iPad
• Dark mode for low-power usage on OLED displays
• Live Activity & Dynamic Island Support (monitor and control from Home Screen, Lock Screen and supported Watch OS)

Note: Tempo detection is optimized for rhythmic / percussive music in quadruple, 6/8 time signatures, performance may vary. Works best with live music in low background noise.

## Key features

- Real-time tempo detection
- Live metronome with selectable sounds
- Tempo history plot
- Tap-to-detect tempo
- App icon shortcuts
- Live Activity & Dynamic Island support


## Frequently asked questions about MetroBPM

### What is MetroBPM?

MetroBPM is a paid app that combines a live tempo detector with a metronome. It uses your device's microphone to detect tempo in real-time from rhythmic music and offers customizable metronome features.

### How accurate is MetroBPM's tempo detection?

Tempo detection is optimized for rhythmic/percussive music in quadruple and 6/8 time signatures. Performance may vary, and it works best with live music in low background noise.

### Does MetroBPM have ads?

No, MetroBPM is ad-free. The app description explicitly states 'No Ads or Subscription'.

### What devices does MetroBPM support?

MetroBPM is optimized for live on-stage use and supports iPhone and iPad. It is also available for Mac.

### How often is MetroBPM updated?

The latest version, 1.0.5, was released on October 10, 2025. The app was initially released on September 5, 2024, indicating regular updates.

### What is the age rating for MetroBPM?

MetroBPM has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I control MetroBPM from my lock screen?

Yes, MetroBPM supports Live Activity and Dynamic Island, allowing you to monitor and control the app from your Home Screen, Lock Screen, and supported Watch OS.

### What is the price of MetroBPM?

MetroBPM is a paid application priced at $1.99. It does not have any in-app purchases or subscriptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-08-07

- Revamp of the tempo detection with improved accuracy and stability
- NEW: Timer and clock for live performances or practice
- Improved efficiency should reduce impact on device battery
- Optimized for iOS 26, 27

### 1.0.5 — 2025-10-10

- fixed minor UI issues for iOS 26
- metronome now can play through external devices

### 1.0.4 — 2024-11-21

- Metronome and Tempo Detection can now run in the background with Live Activity on your Lock Screen
- Dynamic Island and watchOS Smart Stack support
- Refined Zoomed mode to detect smaller tempo range
- Frequently used tempo are now saved as home screen app shortcuts on iPhone and iPad, accessible by tap-n-hold the app icon
- Additional metronome sounds

### 1.0.3 — 2024-10-08

- iOS 18: Add Detect Tempo shortcut to your Lock Screen and Control Center
- Tempo graph can now be zoomed in dynamically to the current tempo
- Bugfix: tempo graph now displays correctly after pausing and restarting tempo detection

### 1.0.2 — 2024-09-14

- iOS 18 support
- improved detection performance
- fix occasional tempo graph glitch

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## More apps by Bloom Vine Labs, LLC

- [Tempobot - Metronome](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tempobot-metronome/id1042907457)
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All apps by Bloom Vine Labs, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1001837559

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