# Keep Time vs Simply Metronome

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simply Metronome at none against Keep Time's 1. Simply Metronome also leads on ratings volume (778 vs 1) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Keep Time sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simply Metronome asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simply Metronome holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply Metronome has 778 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of Keep Time's written reviews are positive against 87% of Simply Metronome's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Keep Time ships an update every 4 months, Simply Metronome monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Keep Time | Simply Metronome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keep-time/id574330593/reviews) | **[4.3 (778 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-metronome/id1364398984/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **778** |
| Positive reviews | **90.0% of reviews** | 86.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 3 MB | 162 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Justin Okun](https://appshunter.io/developer/429363982) | [Shenzhen Mango Future Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1329322714) |

## What reviewers say

### Keep Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keep-time/id574330593)

This application provides musicians with a visual metronome to enhance their playing. It offers adjustable tempo, customizable sounds and colors, and various subdivision options. Advanced features for rhythm simulation are available through in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Adjustable speed with touch gestures, 4 metronome sound options, 7 color choices for visualizer, Sub-division options (8th, 16th, triplets), Configurable visualizer beats per measure, Apple Watch remote tempo adjustment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Feature Pack | $1.99 | one-time |


### Simply Metronome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-metronome/id1364398984)

This application provides a straightforward metronome tool designed for musicians of all levels, from beginners to experienced players. It helps users maintain a consistent rhythm, improve focus during practice, and foster a better understanding of musical timing. Its intuitive interface makes it easy to select tempos and start or stop the beat.

**Highlights:** Dead-simple to use, Select BPM, Play/Stop button, Helps foster rhythm ideas, Aids calm and balanced playing, Improves practice efficiency

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward and efficient
- 🎶 Helps with rhythm and timing
- 💯 Does exactly what it's supposed to

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Metronome sound can be harsh or annoying
- 🔧 Limited customization options (sound, visuals)

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional skipping or jumping of the tempo
- App crashes or stops working in some cases

**Requested features**

- Allow tapping in a custom beat
- Provide more time signature options
- Add a visual metronome display


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Keep Time free?

Keep Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Simply Metronome free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Keep Time or Simply Metronome?

Simply Metronome is rated higher. Keep Time averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Simply Metronome averages 4.3 from 778 ratings.

### Do Keep Time or Simply Metronome have ads?

Neither Keep Time nor Simply Metronome shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Keep Time or Simply Metronome?

Keep Time ships an update every 4 months, and Simply Metronome monthly. Most recently, Keep Time was updated on October 6, 2026 and Simply Metronome on October 18, 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.*