Metronome Hero

Metronome Hero

Rhythm Trainer That Listens

13 ratings
10 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 4, 2026
  • October 2, 2026

Features

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This app provides real-time rhythm training for musicians, offering visual feedback on timing accuracy. It supports various input methods and includes features to build internal time and practice with others.

✓Real-time timing feedback
✓Multiple input methods (tap, mic, MIDI)
✓Adaptive tempo training
✓Click dropout practice modes
✓Band Sync for group practice
✓Progress tracking and session summaries
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What's New in Metronome Hero

1.2

October 2, 2026

Color by Note - Every pad, drum, or string now gets its own color, so you can see at a glance which one rushes and which one drags - A per-note table shows count, early/late bias in milliseconds, and spread for your ten most-played notes - Notes name themselves — drum names for a kit, pitch names otherwise — and you can rename any of them - Per-note stats are saved with your session history and appear in the Audio Unit too Sequences - Chain bars into a sequence: three bars of the groove, then a fill, cycling as you play - Start one from any groove, set the order and repeats, and edit any bar in the groove editor - Import multi-bar MIDI and MusicXML files as sequences, with a preview before you commit - Export a sequence as a single multi-bar MIDI file Goal Tempo - Set a target BPM and automatic level-ups stop there instead of climbing forever - The last step lands exactly on your goal, with a Goal Reached card in the session summary Groove Editor - Pick a snap resolution: 16ths, 32nds, 8th or 16th triplets, or free placement - Toms and crash joined the click sound palette - More room to work on iPad Input and Timing - A MIDI note range filter ignores stray very-low and very-high notes from MIDI guitars and pads, with a "Learn from this session" button that sets the range for you - Calibration now matches your input: MIDI gets an offset slider, audio gets the microphone controls, and microphone access is actually requested - Notes grow in real time as you hold them instead of jumping to the minimum length, with configurable minimum and maximum - Advanced scoring parameters persist per device and save with presets on Custom difficulty - Clearer explanation of what the consistency score actually measures Fixes - Fixed hung MIDI notes when note-off arrived for a different note - Fixed a second hit on an already-scored beat counting twice - Fixed the difficulty levels listing out of order in the Audio Unit plug-in - Fixed the groove editor stacking clicks in a single slot - Floating panel layout is remembered per device - Practice timer gains a reset control and whole-minute stepping

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User reviews

Fantastic!

Easy to use, can be calibrated to your system. Visuals are helpful. The free version is already great. Thanks!

Great concept, too much resistance (updated review)

Was really interested in this app until I saw it was subscription only. Disappointed to see AudioKit Pro going down this route after making a point of no subscriptions to their great range of synth apps. If this app becomes purchasable, I would consider buying and reviewing in more depth.

Edit: I love the concept of this app and want this to succeed. The move to a one off payment is great, although I feel £20 is a little steep.
I have persevered with it and ideally would love to put my AirPods in and have my iPhone pickup the stick to pad inputs. This for me hasn’t yet worked the way I imagined it would, even after going through all the settings.

Edit: I have managed to get it working as described above, you simply go into your sound and haptic settings (indicated in the app), because I was using AirPods, it was defaulting to that mic input, so needed changing with them connected. However, this means whenever I connect my AirPods it will always use my iPhone microphone, which when taking a call for example, would cause issues. It would be ideal if the app picked the input rather than the OS of the device you’re using. So for now I’m going to return to a simple metronome app, where I can just press go and get to work. I have updated my star rating to reflect my current experience.
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Response from developer

Thanks for taking a look, and I completely understand the hesitation. I’ve actually moved away from the subscription model for this app. All of the core features are now free to use, and there is an optional one-time purchase if you want to keep a long-term history of your practice sessions. I would love for you to give it another look. I think it now lines up more with what you were expecting.

More usability from the app now

There is now a better user experience with the app now that the metronome is not buried behind a mandatory subscription service. Too bad other app makers don’t get that. Good on AudioKit for keeping all of their customers in mind.

Response from developer

I understand where you’re coming from, and I appreciate you taking the time to write this out. The app is no longer subscription based. All core features are free to use with no time limit. The only paid option is a one-time purchase if you want to keep a long-term history of your practice sessions. Also, it’s not just tapping. You can play any instrument into the app, including drums, piano, or guitar, and it shows your timing in real time. If you’re open to it, I’d encourage you to give it another look.

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Excellent

The first trainer to really engage me. It is simple to pick und run with straight away but clearly has ways to increase the challenge. I like the ways feedback is both immediate and collated. Thank you.

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FAQ

What is Metronome Hero?

Metronome Hero is a free rhythm training app designed for musicians. It offers real-time visual feedback on timing accuracy, supports various input methods, and includes features to help users build internal time and practice effectively.

What are the core features of Metronome Hero?

Core features include scoring, adaptive tempo, MIDI input, challenges, Band Sync for group practice, and session summaries. All these essential functions are available for free.

How does Metronome Hero provide timing feedback?

It offers six live visualizations to show your timing: Note Highway, Playhead, Circular, Tube, Spiral, and Scrolling History, helping you see exactly if you're early, late, or on the beat.

Can Metronome Hero be used for group practice?

Yes, the Band Sync feature allows groups to share the same pulse, compare their timing, and improve their ensemble groove in real time, making it ideal for band practice.

What input methods does Metronome Hero support?

Metronome Hero supports multiple ways to play along, including tapping the screen, microphone detection with automatic gain control, and MIDI input with latency calibration.

How does Metronome Hero help build internal time?

It offers specific practice modes like click dropouts, backbeat-only modes, random mute cycling, subdivisions, and multiple difficulty levels to train your internal sense of rhythm.

What devices does Metronome Hero support?

Metronome Hero is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, with iCloud sync for progress tracking across devices.

Does Metronome Hero have ads?

No, Metronome Hero is ad-free. The app is free to use with core features, and an optional one-time purchase unlocks additional functionality like the practice calendar with iCloud sync.