Metronome+ vs Metronome EX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Metronome+
This app provides a versatile metronome with additional tools for musicians. It includes a chromatic tuner, recording capabilities, looping functions, and setlist management, all of which can operate alongside the metronome. Unlock all features with an in-app purchase.
- Metronome with customizable accents
- Chromatic tuner
- Practice recorder
- Auto loop function
- Setlist saving
- Pitch player
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Metronome+ is so much more than just a metronome. It also offers a chromatic tuner, record mode, loop mode, setlist and pitch player- that all work simultaneously with the Metronome. ______________________________________ "Simple to use and brilliantly designed" -Evolver.fm/Wired.com "...cleanest, smoothest-operating metronome app we’ve ever come across" -ibtimes.com "'...offers everything you need in a metronome." -AppAdvice.com ______________________________________ Features: Metronome Mode - Customize accents and more Chromatic Tuner - works simultaneously with Metronome! Recorder - Record and share your practice Auto Loop Function- adjusts tempo automatically over time Setlist - Save your favorite settings 7 custom accent colors Metronome+ is free with an in app purchase to unlock all modes.
Metronome EX
This application provides an accurate and user-friendly metronome for musicians and athletes. Easily adjust tempo, beats per bar, and customize beat sounds and tones. Control playback from your device's control center, lock screen, or even headset buttons for seamless integration into your practice or training.
- Quick BPM and beats per bar adjustment
- Intuitive rhythm setting
- Control center and lock screen playback
- Headset button control
- Customizable beat sounds
- 16 beat tone sets
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Metronome EX is an easy-to-use and accurate metronome software. It has the following features: - Set fast. You can quickly adjust BPM and beats per bar. - Intuitive design. As long as you compare the time signature on the sheet music, you can set the rhythm you want correctly. - You can control the metronome playback from the control center or lock screen without having to reopen the APP. - Its playback can be controlled by the wired or Bluetooth headset button. It is particularly convenient for sports training with headphones. (Most metronome apps do not have this feature). - Each beat can be set to /accent/semi-accent/normal/mute/. These four different sounds allow you to freely edit the rhythm you want. - There are 16 different beat tone sets to choose from, regardless of whether you are practicing a classical piano or rock guitar, you can find the most suitable one. - Most importantly, it is absolutely accurate!!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Metronome EX at none against Metronome+'s 7. Metronome EX also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 69%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Metronome+'s advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 172). 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
Both are free to download. Metronome+ sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Metronome EX asks for nothing beyond the download.
Metronome EX holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metronome+ has 1.2K ratings behind it against 172, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Metronome+'s written reviews are positive against 87% of Metronome EX's.
Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, Metronome EX every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Metronome+ | Metronome EX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.2K ratings) | 4.7 (172 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | 87.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K — better | 172 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dynamic App Design LLC | An-Che Lee |
Customer experience
Metronome+
Metronome EX
Bugs and requests
Metronome+
Reported bugs
3 issues- Metronome stops when app is in background
- Subdivisions not saving in setlists
- Frequent crashes when changing settings
Requested features
5 requests- Vibration option for metronome
- Ability to save custom tempo presets
- Dark mode or theme options
- Ability to export/share recorded practice sessions
- Metronome volume control
Metronome EX
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Metronome+
- Record Mode$3.99
- Pitch Mode$3.99
- Setlist Mode$3.99
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- Practice Mode$3.99
- Options menu and settings$3.99
- Enable Option Menu$3.99
- Unlock Everything$9.99
Metronome EX
No in-app purchases
Questions
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