# Metronome Ϟ vs Polymeter

Metronome Ϟ and Polymeter both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Metronome Ϟ's written reviews are positive against 0% of Polymeter's. Metronome Ϟ also leads on ratings volume (37K vs 5). Polymeter's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Metronome Ϟ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Polymeter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Metronome Ϟ against 4.6 for Polymeter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metronome Ϟ has 37K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Metronome Ϟ's written reviews are positive against 0% of Polymeter's.

Metronome Ϟ ships an update every 2 months, Polymeter every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metronome Ϟ | Polymeter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome/id416443133/reviews)** | [4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polymeter-mixed-meters/id6756774115/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **79.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 15 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ONYX Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/356553882) | [Jack Gruber](https://appshunter.io/developer/1262516427) |

## What reviewers say

### Metronome Ϟ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome/id416443133)

This app offers a highly accurate metronome with visual and audio feedback, along with a practice timer. It features a beautiful design and advanced customization options for musicians. The app also supports background operation and offers various metronome sounds.

**Highlights:** Highly accurate audio and visual feedback, Practice timer, Visual indication of the beat, iPhone LED flash visual feedback, 8 metronome sounds, Background mode, Tap tempo functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MetroTimer Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great metronome
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Diverse settings
- 👍 Helpful timer
- 👍 Customizable sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid version required for advanced features
- 🐛 Occasional freezing or crashing
- 🔒 Presets can't be rearranged in paid version

**Reported bugs**

- Metronome stops unexpectedly
- Compatibility issues with headphones
- Tempo adjustments not always consistent

**Requested features**

- Allow editing of presets
- Add more time signature options
- Provide more sound options
- Ability to set custom practice timers


### Polymeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polymeter-mixed-meters/id6756774115)

This metronome helps musicians practice complex time signatures and changing meters without constant resets. Create custom sequences, save them as songs, and share with bandmates.

**Highlights:** Combine multiple time signatures, Reorder bars with drag & drop, Create custom meters, Save and recall song sequences, Share songs with other musicians

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Polymeter Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metronome Ϟ free?

Metronome Ϟ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Polymeter free?

Polymeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Metronome Ϟ or Polymeter?

Metronome Ϟ is rated higher. Metronome Ϟ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while Polymeter averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do Metronome Ϟ or Polymeter have ads?

Metronome Ϟ shows ads; Polymeter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Metronome Ϟ or Polymeter?

Metronome Ϟ ships an update every 2 months, and Polymeter every 3 months. Most recently, Metronome Ϟ was updated on November 6, 2026 and Polymeter on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*