Comparison

liveBPM vs BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

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

Head to head
About

liveBPM

This app monitors tempo by detecting music and beats through your device's microphone. It continuously displays the current beats per minute (BPM) and helps musicians maintain a steady rhythm. It offers advanced features like tempo curve visualization and audio spectrum analysis for professional use.

Highlights
  • Real-time BPM detection
  • Tempo curve visualization
  • Audio spectrum analysis
  • Multiple zoom modes
  • Low battery consumption
  • Accurate beat detection engine
Features
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Sharpen your sense of time! liveBPM is the tempo monitoring tool for drummers, bands and DJs. It detects music and beats via the microphone and continuously displays the current tempo in beats per minute (BPM). It is easy to use and delivers high-quality results while being energy efficient. === What users said about liveBPM === John Walden, freelance musician and music technology journalist at musicappblog.com: "There are three obvious applications for the app. First, it would make a brilliant practice tool for a drummer, allowing them to monitor just how good they are at keeping a steady tempo without the aid of a click track to guide them. Second, sat beside your kit during a performance, it would allow you to judge just how well you are hitting the ideal tempo for each song in your set. It’s not just drummers that can benefit for liveBPM as the third use is in mapping the tempo – and any tempo changes – in commercial recordings. While this is useful for drummers, it is instructional for almost any musician." JonLong: "I used this at my last band practice and wasn't expecting it to work. I couldn't believe how quickly and accurately it started tracking the bpm, even despite the very loud volume of our music." PocketDrummer82: "I am a professional drummer and I have been looking for something like this for years! Unless your playing with backing tracks or recording, Playing with a Click is too Mechanical. This app allows the tempo to breathe, and its like a little angel on your shoulder telling you the band is speeding up or slowing down. It is totally worth the money." Chris Walther: "I have used this about five gigs now and have quit using my previous tempo meter. I used both for a few gigs to test the accuracy. Dead on. Thanks! Every drummer should use this." magrec: "This has been very helpful for recording. thanks!" === Detailed Description === This is a tool designed for professional use: - Well-tested beat detection engine guarantees trustworthiness - Can handle most genres - Produces results accurate to within 0.1 BPM under the following conditions: -- The tempo is constant or almost constant -- Strong impulses are defining the beat (drums, accentuated rhythm instruments like bass/guitar, etc.) Further features: - Tempo curve shows the development of tempo over time - Multiple zoom modes to show last 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20 or 30 minutes - Advanced audio spectrum analysis via FFT - More accessible and usually more accurate than BPM counters that function through tapping - Low battery drain thanks to high performance code and efficient algorithms Using it as a musician: - Use it as an objective tempo reference like a metronome - It actually has several advantages over a metronome: -- You are not tied to a click, giving you more flexibility -- Helps you use tempo changes to enhance your musical expression -- With blind tests, it can massively improve your timing confidence, which is especially important if you are in a tempo leading role (e.g. drummer) - Discover how/whether your favorite artists use tempo changes - Measure and improve your time-keeping skills - Identify slowdowns and speedups while practicing your instrument - Always be in control of the tempo during your live gigs and rehearsals Controls: - Power Button: For freezing the tempo curve and minimizing battery drain - Clear Button: Clears the tempo curve - Slider: Adjusts the target tempo range (i.e. 80-160 BPM) - Zoom Buttons: Switch between zoom modes for the tempo curve. (2-30 minutes) Note: - You can check and improve the detection by clapping loud to the beat. Also, results can be improved by plugging in a suitable external microphone. - You can support my work by rating it on the App Store. If you have questions and/or suggestions, feel free to contact me via e-mail or facebook.

About

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

This app helps DJs and producers identify the beats per minute (BPM) of music tracks. It also suggests over 200 electronic music subgenres based on tempo, aiding in setlist creation and music production.

Highlights
  • Tap to measure BPM
  • Over 200 electronic music subgenres
  • Genre suggestions based on tempo
  • Color-shifting interface based on tempo
  • Tempo Strobe feature
  • Unlockable Themes & Icons
Features
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EDM BPM is an accurate BPM counter that reveals 200+ subgenres of electronic music based on genre and BPM. Become a more dynamic EDM DJ or Producer! "Perfect response time. Love the genre list. Can't wait to use it when I hear something I want to sample. So dope" "Finally a well designed and legit BPM app!" "Excellent app!" “I'm always opening up this app to tap out a song BPM. Work every time! And it's nice lookin too! I also like how the background pulses with the tempo u tap out. Nice job EDM team!” “Does exactly what it does, and even shows the genres. Great app!” Tap the beat of a track to display the BPM, along with tempo-relevant genres and subgenres in an easy and intuitive interface. From bedroom producer to festival DJ, EDM BPM will add some kick (pun absolutely intended) to an otherwise boring task of counting beats. ● DJS: Transition your Progressive Trance DJ set into some Atmospheric Breaks. At 131 BPM, you’ll keep the crowd on their toes while avoiding the dreaded beat-gallop. From Ambient to Hardcore, DJ's will benefit from genre suggestions to spice up their sets while keeping the dance floor hot and sweaty. ● PRODUCERS: Add a genre-traversing Minimal Techno breakdown to your latest Tribal House production. Crack the top charts with your next track! ● EDM ENTHUSIASTS: With over 200 subgenres, discover new styles in a tempo range you're comfortable with. If Balearic Beat is your favorite, you might love some Illbient or Ambient Goa. FEATURES: » OVER 200 subgenres of electronic music under 10 genres including House, Trance, Techno, Drum & Bass, Downtempo, Ambient and more. » Tap on any subgenere to learn more about it! » Swipe the BPM counter to reset and tap a new track. » Color-shifting interface based on tempo (option for static background within the app’s settings). » Unlock Themes & Icons! Customize the look. » Tempo Strobe feature flashes the background to the BPM* » Tap button ripple effect. » Bar counter records the lifetime amount of 4/4 bars you’ve tapped. » Change the BPM decimals to 0, 1 or 2. » Share functionality to let your friends in on your taps. Subgenres include: Dark Ambient, Future Rave, Lo-Fi Hip Hop, Phonk, Lounge, Trip-Hop, Acid Jazz, Trap, Moombahton, Grime, Dubstep, Tropical House, Deep House, Nu-disco, Future House, Bass House, Trouse, Big Beat, Baltimore Club, Miami Bass, Detroit Techno, Minimal, Acid Techno, Dark Trance, Progressive Psy Trance, Uplifting Trance, Darkpsy, Jungle, Liquid Funk, Neurofunk, Techstep, Trancecore, Hardstyle, Jumpstyle, UK Hardcore, Mákina, Freeform, Gabber, Industrial, and many more. *DISCLAIMER: If you are sensitive to flashing screens, do not enable the Tempo Strobe setting. Strobe intensity decreases the faster the tempo gets.

Screenshots

liveBPM3 screens
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM at Free against liveBPM's $3.99. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 11 months). liveBPM's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is free to download; liveBPM costs $3.99 up front. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. liveBPM asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM has 919 ratings behind it against 121, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 69% of liveBPM's written reviews are positive against 65% of BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

liveBPM ships an update every 11 months, BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
liveBPM versus BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterliveBPMBPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (121 ratings)4.6 (919 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews — better65.2% of reviews
Number of ratings121919 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#25 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel BachToo Much Wasabi, LLC

Customer experience

liveBPM

All ratings115 ratings
Positive74.8%
Neutral8.7%
Negative16.5%
Written reviews116 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral10.3%
Negative20.7%

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

All ratings904 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews92 reviews
Positive65.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative28.3%

Bugs and requests

liveBPM

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ads covering app functionality
  • Inconsistent BPM readings
  • Inability to use app without payment

Requested features

5 requests
  • Automatic BPM detection
  • More music genre support
  • Reset or clear function
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Localization to other languages

In-app purchases

None

liveBPM

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM

One-time6
  • Unlock All Themes$2.99
  • Unlock App Icons$2.99
  • Unlock Everything$2.99
Show 3 more
  • Unlock All Genres$2.99
  • Remove Ads$3.99
  • Unlock Everything$4.99

Questions

Is liveBPM free?
liveBPM costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM free?
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, liveBPM or BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM?
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is rated higher. liveBPM averages 4.1 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM averages 4.6 from 919 ratings.
Do liveBPM or BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM have ads?
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM shows ads; liveBPM does not.
Which is updated more often, liveBPM or BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM?
liveBPM ships an update every 11 months, and BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM every 2 months. Most recently, liveBPM was updated on November 10, 2026 and BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM on November 2, 2026.

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