# Metronome+ vs Metronome EX

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metronome+ | Metronome EX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-plus/id434136233/reviews) | **[4.7 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-ex/id1314851570/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 172 |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | **87.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 13 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dynamic App Design LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/434136236) | [An-Che Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1314851569) |

## What reviewers say

### Metronome+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-plus/id434136233)

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.

**Highlights:** Metronome with customizable accents, Chromatic tuner, Practice recorder, Auto loop function, Setlist saving, Pitch player

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Record Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pitch Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Setlist Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Practice Mode | $3.99 | one-time |
| Options menu and settings | $3.99 | one-time |
| Enable Option Menu | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔊 Loud and clear metronome sound
- 🎨 Variety of metronome sounds
- ⏱️ Flexible tempo and time signature options
- 🎶 Useful for music practice

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Paid features behind paywall
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔍 Small buttons and UI elements
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Metronome stops when app is in background
- Subdivisions not saving in setlists
- Frequent crashes when changing settings

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-ex/id1314851570)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metronome+ free?

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

### Is Metronome EX free?

Metronome EX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Metronome+ or Metronome EX?

Metronome EX is rated higher. Metronome+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Metronome EX averages 4.7 from 172 ratings.

### Do Metronome+ or Metronome EX have ads?

Both Metronome+ and Metronome EX show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Metronome+ or Metronome EX?

Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Metronome EX every 2 weeks. Most recently, Metronome+ was updated on October 29, 2026 and Metronome EX on October 24, 2026.

---

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