Comparison

Electro vs GetLiveBPM

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

Head to head
About

Electro

Control and configure multiple portable loudspeakers wirelessly from your mobile device. Adjust EQ, gain, presets, and even mix shows on the fly for compatible models. Monitor system status and receive important notifications for a seamless performance.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous control of up to 6 loudspeakers
  • Adjust EQ, gain, presets, and crossover
  • On-the-fly show mixing
  • Signal and limiter status indicators
  • Battery life indicators
  • Dynamic component grouping
  • LED speaker identification
Features
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QuickSmart is your app for wireless control of compatible Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker families, including ZLX G2, ELX200, EVOLVE, and EVERSE. Quick and smart - exactly what the name says. Quick, because your best sound shouldn't wait. Simply connect in seconds, and you're in full control of your speaker system. No manual required. Smart, because your sound deserves more than just the basics. Adjust sound, EQ, and levels for your Electro-Voice speakers and groups, right from your phone or tablet. Mixer equipped models unlock professional effects and signal routing, with advanced configuration always within reach. From a single loudspeaker to a complex sound system. From your first soundcheck to your biggest gig. QuickSmart keeps your best sound in your hands, always at your fingertips.

About

GetLiveBPM

This app uses your device's microphone to detect and display the real-time tempo of any music. It offers a visual chart of tempo drift and a manual tap tempo mode for noisy environments. Advanced audio analysis provides precise BPM measurements processed entirely on-device.

Highlights
  • Live BPM detection via microphone
  • Accurate tempo history chart
  • Tap tempo fallback mode
  • Decimal and sub-integer precision
  • 100% on-device audio processing
Features
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Keep your tempo perfectly on track with GetLiveBPM the ultimate real-time tempo detector and BPM counter designed for musicians, drummers, and bands. Whether you are practicing in your room, rehearsing with your band, or playing a live gig, GetLiveBPM acts as your passive audio companion to instantly identify and track the exact speed of your music. KEY FEATURES: • Live BPM Detection via Microphone: No cables needed. Simply point your device's microphone at the audio source (drums, speakers, or acoustic instruments) to get an instant, real-time tempo measurement. • Accurate Tempo History Chart: Visualizing your timing is key. Track your tempo drift over time with an intuitive live chart. See exactly where you are rushing or dragging during your set. • Tap Tempo Fallback Mode: In ultra-noisy environments or during silent rehearsals? Seamlessly switch to manual tap mode. Tap along with the rhythm to get an instant, accurate average BPM. • Decimal & Sub-Integer Precision: Powered by advanced audio analysis and parabolic interpolation, GetLiveBPM gives you hyper-accurate decimal precision that standard tap tools can't match. • 100% On-Device Audio Processing: Your privacy matters. The advanced detection model runs entirely locally. No internet connection, account signup, or data usage required. WHO IS GETLIVEBPM FOR? • Drummers: Ditch the rigid metronome click and check your natural pocket during live drum practice. • Bands & Live Acts: Keep rehearsals tight and ensure the entire ensemble is locked into the correct tempo. • DJs & Music Producers: Quickly identify the BPM of live tracks or external vinyl audio sources on the fly. • Fitness Instructors: Match your choreography perfectly to the beat of any background track. Download GetLiveBPM today and take control of your musical timing!

Screenshots

Electro4 screens
GetLiveBPM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Electro at none against GetLiveBPM's 1. Electro also leads on ratings volume (134 vs 2). GetLiveBPM's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, rating, ads and monetization model 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. GetLiveBPM sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Electro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.1 for Electro against 3.0 for GetLiveBPM. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electro has 134 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Electro ships an update every 6 months, GetLiveBPM weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Electro versus GetLiveBPM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectroGetLiveBPM
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (134 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews32.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings134 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeenfinityLennard Meijer

Bugs and requests

Electro

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App won't connect unless firmware is updated
  • Bluetooth connection drops mid-performance
  • Connection timeouts and constant loading
  • App fails to recognize certain speaker models
  • Settings revert to default values after power cycle
Show 12 more
  • Channel names don't persist in saved presets
  • Crossover settings don't save correctly
  • Input rename function non-functional on iPad
  • App crashes when switching between apps
  • Stored presets not working reliably
  • Front LED stops working after firmware update
  • Distortion when app and native Bluetooth streaming run simultaneously
  • App won't connect with certain iOS versions
  • Limit indicator not displayed in app despite showing on speaker
  • Fader positions not recalled on speaker restart
  • Aux fader functions disappearing
  • App doesn't work with VoiceOver accessibility feature

Requested features

19 requests
  • Parametric EQ on individual channels
  • Ability to save and recall channel names with presets
  • Individual channel volume and EQ control for all models
  • Larger virtual LED meters and signal level displays
  • Multi-device simultaneous pairing capability
Show 14 more
  • Unified control interface for linked speaker pairs
  • Ducking feature on all applicable channels
  • Customizable effect parameters (decay time, delay length)
  • Preset preview without loading
  • Pre-fader auxiliary sends
  • Frequency analyzer for feedback detection
  • Spanish language support
  • Better documentation and instruction manuals
  • Ability to control speakers during firmware updates
  • Longer tap delay times (beyond 500ms)
  • Accessibility improvements for visually impaired users (VoiceOver support)
  • Crossover frequency settings that save properly
  • Battery percentage indicator display
  • Release notes for firmware updates

GetLiveBPM

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Electro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GetLiveBPM

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Electro free?
Electro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GetLiveBPM free?
GetLiveBPM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Electro or GetLiveBPM?
Electro is rated higher. Electro averages 3.1 out of 5 from 134 ratings, while GetLiveBPM averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Electro or GetLiveBPM have ads?
Neither Electro nor GetLiveBPM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Electro or GetLiveBPM?
Electro ships an update every 6 months, and GetLiveBPM weekly. Most recently, Electro was updated on November 6, 2026 and GetLiveBPM on October 31, 2026.

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