# Metronome+ vs Tuning Helper

The clearest difference is rating: Tuning Helper at 5.0 against Metronome+'s 4.5. Tuning Helper also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). Metronome+'s advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Metronome+ sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Tuning Helper asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tuning Helper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metronome+ has 1.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, Tuning Helper weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metronome+ | Tuning Helper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metronome-plus/id434136233/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuning-helper/id6498717890/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 13 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dynamic App Design LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/434136236) | [Filip May'r](https://appshunter.io/developer/1741770500) |

## 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


### Tuning Helper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tuning-helper/id6498717890)

This app provides a chromatic tuner and metronome for string instruments. It supports various tuning systems and base frequencies, offering precise pitch sensitivity and customizable metronome settings with visual cues.

**Highlights:** Chromatic tuner, Metronome with multiple rhythm figures, Adjustable base frequency standards, Multiple tuning systems, Fractional cent pitch sensitivity, Visual cue indicator lights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metronome+ free?

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

### Is Tuning Helper free?

Tuning Helper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Metronome+ or Tuning Helper?

Tuning Helper is rated higher. Metronome+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Tuning Helper averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Metronome+ or Tuning Helper have ads?

Metronome+ shows ads; Tuning Helper does not.

### Which is updated more often, Metronome+ or Tuning Helper?

Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Tuning Helper weekly. Most recently, Metronome+ was updated on October 12, 2026 and Tuning Helper on October 14, 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.*