Comparison

Tactus Metronome vs Basic Metronome

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tactus Metronome

This precise and user-friendly metronome offers extensive customization for tempo, subdivisions, and beat patterns. It includes a library of classical and dance tempi, with the ability to save custom settings and play in the background.

Highlights
  • Adjustable tempo (10-350 BPM)
  • Up to 8 subdivisions per beat
  • Configurable beats per bar (up to 12)
  • Save custom tempi
  • Predefined classical and dance tempi
  • Tap tempo functionality
  • Background playing
Features
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Tactus is a precise metronome, very easy to use, and offering the following functions : - adjust speed between 10 and 350 beats per minute - set up to 8 subdivisions per beat - set the number of beats per bar (up to 12) and the type of each beat (strong - weak - mute) - save user-defined tempi - predefined classical tempi (Adagio - Andante - Allegro...) as well as a few Baroque dances (Sarabande, Menuet...) and Ballroom dances - tempo can be set by tapping on the screen - 3 different sound themes (standard - low - high) - background playing

About

Basic Metronome

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A basic Metronome crafted for simplicity, loud volume and optimized for one-handed use. Uncluttered and free from advertising or tracking, with no functional limitations. I developed this metronome primarily to cater to the requirements of my wife, who is a classical musician. This app is ideal for those who prefer functionality without complexity. Its design emphasizes ease of use and straightforward operation. The app includes distinctively loud click sounds, designed to be clearly audible even in noisy environments. Please note that in prioritizing volume, there is a compromise on sound quality, ensuring that the metronome remains robust and effective for all your practice sessions.  Additionally, it is completely free from advertisements and tracking, ensuring an uninterrupted experience. All features are fully accessible without any need for unlocking additional functionalities.

Screenshots

Tactus Metronome4 screens
Basic Metronome4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tactus Metronome at none against Basic Metronome's 2. Tactus Metronome also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Basic Metronome sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Tactus Metronome asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tactus Metronome versus Basic Metronome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTactus MetronomeBasic Metronome
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJulien MartinFrank Walka

In-app purchases

None

Tactus Metronome

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Basic Metronome

One-time2
  • Smal Tip$0.99
  • Large Tip$3.99

Questions

Is Tactus Metronome free?
Tactus Metronome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Basic Metronome free?
Basic Metronome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tactus Metronome or Basic Metronome have ads?
Neither Tactus Metronome nor Basic Metronome shows ads.

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