Comparison

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM vs BPM Tap

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

Head to head
About

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

This app helps DJs and producers identify the beats per minute (BPM) of music tracks. It also suggests over 200 electronic music subgenres based on tempo, aiding in setlist creation and music production.

Highlights
  • Tap to measure BPM
  • Over 200 electronic music subgenres
  • Genre suggestions based on tempo
  • Color-shifting interface based on tempo
  • Tempo Strobe feature
  • Unlockable Themes & Icons
Features
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EDM BPM is an accurate BPM counter that reveals 200+ subgenres of electronic music based on genre and BPM. Become a more dynamic EDM DJ or Producer! "Perfect response time. Love the genre list. Can't wait to use it when I hear something I want to sample. So dope" "Finally a well designed and legit BPM app!" "Excellent app!" “I'm always opening up this app to tap out a song BPM. Work every time! And it's nice lookin too! I also like how the background pulses with the tempo u tap out. Nice job EDM team!” “Does exactly what it does, and even shows the genres. Great app!” Tap the beat of a track to display the BPM, along with tempo-relevant genres and subgenres in an easy and intuitive interface. From bedroom producer to festival DJ, EDM BPM will add some kick (pun absolutely intended) to an otherwise boring task of counting beats. ● DJS: Transition your Progressive Trance DJ set into some Atmospheric Breaks. At 131 BPM, you’ll keep the crowd on their toes while avoiding the dreaded beat-gallop. From Ambient to Hardcore, DJ's will benefit from genre suggestions to spice up their sets while keeping the dance floor hot and sweaty. ● PRODUCERS: Add a genre-traversing Minimal Techno breakdown to your latest Tribal House production. Crack the top charts with your next track! ● EDM ENTHUSIASTS: With over 200 subgenres, discover new styles in a tempo range you're comfortable with. If Balearic Beat is your favorite, you might love some Illbient or Ambient Goa. FEATURES: » OVER 200 subgenres of electronic music under 10 genres including House, Trance, Techno, Drum & Bass, Downtempo, Ambient and more. » Tap on any subgenere to learn more about it! » Swipe the BPM counter to reset and tap a new track. » Color-shifting interface based on tempo (option for static background within the app’s settings). » Unlock Themes & Icons! Customize the look. » Tempo Strobe feature flashes the background to the BPM* » Tap button ripple effect. » Bar counter records the lifetime amount of 4/4 bars you’ve tapped. » Change the BPM decimals to 0, 1 or 2. » Share functionality to let your friends in on your taps. Subgenres include: Dark Ambient, Future Rave, Lo-Fi Hip Hop, Phonk, Lounge, Trip-Hop, Acid Jazz, Trap, Moombahton, Grime, Dubstep, Tropical House, Deep House, Nu-disco, Future House, Bass House, Trouse, Big Beat, Baltimore Club, Miami Bass, Detroit Techno, Minimal, Acid Techno, Dark Trance, Progressive Psy Trance, Uplifting Trance, Darkpsy, Jungle, Liquid Funk, Neurofunk, Techstep, Trancecore, Hardstyle, Jumpstyle, UK Hardcore, Mákina, Freeform, Gabber, Industrial, and many more. *DISCLAIMER: If you are sensitive to flashing screens, do not enable the Tempo Strobe setting. Strobe intensity decreases the faster the tempo gets.

About

BPM Tap

This application allows users to measure the tempo of music or any rhythm in beats per minute (BPM). It features a built-in metronome and a user-friendly interface, making it ideal for musicians and DJs.

Highlights
  • BPM Counter
  • Built-in Metronome
  • Quick and Easy to Use
  • Customizable Settings
  • Fancy User Interface
Features
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Measure any tempo, like the rhythm of a song, in beats per minute (BPM). Usage: Are you a DJ or do you play music and need to count the tempo of a song in BPM? Then this app is for you. Do you need to count any tempo in beats per minute? Then this app is for you. Features: - BPM Counter - Quick & easy to use - Metronome built-in - Fancy user interface - Customizable through settings - Free to download How to use: Simply keep tapping anywhere on your screen to count the average BPM since the start. Once the BPM stays stable you can stop tapping and the metronome function will start if enabled. Tap once to reset the BPM or immediately start tapping again if you want to start over.

Screenshots

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM4 screens
BPM Tap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM at 4.6 against BPM Tap's 3.8. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM also leads on ratings volume (919 vs 5) and review sentiment (65% vs 50%). BPM Tap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). 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. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. BPM Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM has 919 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM's written reviews are positive against 50% of BPM Tap's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM versus BPM Tap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPMBPM Tap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (919 ratings) — better3.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews65.2% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings919 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperToo Much Wasabi, LLCIgnace Maes

Customer experience

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

All ratings904 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews92 reviews
Positive65.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative28.3%

BPM Tap

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ads covering app functionality
  • Inconsistent BPM readings
  • Inability to use app without payment

Requested features

5 requests
  • Automatic BPM detection
  • More music genre support
  • Reset or clear function
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Localization to other languages

BPM Tap

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

One-time6
  • Unlock All Themes$2.99
  • Unlock App Icons$2.99
  • Unlock Everything$2.99
Show 3 more
  • Unlock All Genres$2.99
  • Remove Ads$3.99
  • Unlock Everything$4.99
None

BPM Tap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM free?
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BPM Tap free?
BPM Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM or BPM Tap?
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is rated higher. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM averages 4.6 out of 5 from 919 ratings, while BPM Tap averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.
Do BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM or BPM Tap have ads?
Both BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM and BPM Tap show ads.

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