Comparison

Metronome+ vs Detronome

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Metronome with customizable accents
  • Chromatic tuner
  • Practice recorder
  • Auto loop function
  • Setlist saving
  • Pitch player
Features
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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.

About

Detronome

Features
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Design Your Practice with Detronome. Detronome is a multi-functional metronome app designed for all instrumentalists. Going beyond basic tempo keeping, it offers 4 core modes to structure your practice routines and track your performance stamina. The consistent dark theme UI reduces eye strain, keeping you fully focused on your music. ■ Beat — Core Metronome Features · Supports BPM 20–300: Drag left or right to adjust tempo intuitively, or fine-tune with −1/+1 buttons. · TAP Tempo: Input your desired speed instantly with a tap. · 9 tempo names (Largo, Andante, Allegro, etc.) displayed automatically. · Supports various time signatures: 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, and 12/8. · Subdivision: 4 types for the /4 series, and 3 types for the /8 series. · Accent Customization: Tap each beat to cycle through Accent, Medium, Weak, and Mute to build your own rhythm patterns. · Background Pulse: Feel the beat visually with an edge-glowing effect, even without sound. • Preset: Save the tempo you need and practice anytime with your preferred settings. ■ Automator — Gradual Tempo Build-up · Automatically increases tempo from a starting BPM to a target BPM based on your rules. · Customize the BPM increment and the number of repeating measures for each step. · Real-time display of current progress and remaining time keeps you focused. ■ Interval — Structured Training & Rest · Loop practice and rest periods by rounds. · Fine-tune the number of rounds, practice BPM, play time, and rest time. · A visual timeline preview lets you check the entire routine at a glance. · Skip rest periods anytime with a single tap to jump straight into the next round. ■ Endurance — Test Your Limits · Automatically starts tracking via microphone input and stops after 1.5 seconds of silence. · Set a target BPM and test how long you can maintain the speed. · High scores for each BPM are securely saved locally with dates. · The real-time input level bar responds visually, notifying you the exact moment you break your record. ■ Seamless Experience Anywhere · Eye-friendly dark theme UI with a clean, unified design system. · Sessions pause automatically when switching tabs to prevent unwanted interruptions. · Toggle the background pulse effect on or off in settings anytime. Adjust your rhythm with Beat, push your limits with Automator, structure your pacing with Interval, and log your achievements with Endurance. With Detronome, your practice time is intentionally designed and built, not just passed by.

Screenshots

Metronome+4 screens
Detronome4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Detronome at none against Metronome+'s 7. Detronome also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). Metronome+'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. Metronome+ sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Detronome asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, Detronome every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Metronome+ versus Detronome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetronome+Detronome
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamic App Design LLCjungsun lee

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

Detronome

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Metronome+

One-time7
  • Record Mode$3.99
  • Pitch Mode$3.99
  • Setlist Mode$3.99
Show 4 more
  • Practice Mode$3.99
  • Options menu and settings$3.99
  • Enable Option Menu$3.99
  • Unlock Everything$9.99
None

Detronome

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Metronome+ free?
Metronome+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Detronome free?
Detronome is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Metronome+ or Detronome have ads?
Both Metronome+ and Detronome show ads.
Which is updated more often, Metronome+ or Detronome?
Metronome+ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Detronome every 4 days. Most recently, Metronome+ was updated on October 20, 2026 and Detronome on October 15, 2026.

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