Comparison

VisionTempo vs MetroBPM

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

Head to head
About

VisionTempo

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Hello everyone, I am very happy to introduce my new app: VisionTempo!!! Most metronomes currently on the market are constant metronomes. Although they do have features such as gradual increasing tempo and presets, they only cover the most basic needs of practicing. One problem that I had with them was that I was not able to change the time signatures and tempo quick enough in time for my next entry. For example, in the piece Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, there are many tempo change markings, and it would be physically impossible to reach the controls on a metronome app quick enough as to stay on track with the accompaniment. Because of this, I created this app with the ability to detect hand gestures using AI, which will shift the tempo up or down by 10 beats. This solution is by no means the final product; I am still trying to figure out better ways to use gesture detection with the app (one idea that I currently have is that I can assign certain gestures to toggle between presets; this could enable more accurate tempo changing). But with my one-man R&D team, these features will be implemented slower than commercial companies. Hopefully others musicians will also find this app useful! Have a great day! - James

About

MetroBPM

This app provides a real-time tempo detector and metronome for musicians. It uses your device's microphone to analyze rhythmic music and offers customizable metronome sounds and visualizations. Optimized for live performance with a modern design and live activity support.

Highlights
  • Real-time tempo detection
  • Live metronome with selectable sounds
  • Tempo history plot
  • Tap-to-detect tempo
  • App icon shortcuts
  • Live Activity & Dynamic Island support
Features
Currently charting
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Measure your tempo for practice and live performance. MetroBPM combines a Live Tempo Detector with a Metronome in your pocket. It uses your device's microphone to detect tempo from percussive/rhythmic music in Real-Time. Designed for drummers, percussionists, dance musicians and DJs. - Features - • Real-time detection of tempo from rhythmic music • Tempo history plot • Metronome with selectable sounds • Tap-to-detect tempo • Clock / timer for live performance or practice • Quickly launch frequently used tempo by tap-hold app icon • No Ads or Subscription - Modern Design - • Optimized for live on-stage use on iPhone, iPhone Duo and iPad • Dark mode for low-power usage on OLED displays • Live Activity & Dynamic Island Support (monitor and control from Home Screen, Lock Screen and supported Watch OS) Note: Tempo detection optimized for rhythmic / percussive music in quadruple, 6/8 time signatures, performance may vary. Works best with live music in low background noise.

Screenshots

VisionTempo1 screens
MetroBPM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VisionTempo at Free against MetroBPM's $3.99. MetroBPM's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months) and chart position (#108 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases 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

VisionTempo is free to download; MetroBPM costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VisionTempo ships an update every 12 months, MetroBPM every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
VisionTempo versus MetroBPM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisionTempoMetroBPM
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating—5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
Best chart rank—#108 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer蓓 姜Qi Yang

In-app purchases

None

VisionTempo

No in-app purchases

None

MetroBPM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VisionTempo free?
VisionTempo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MetroBPM free?
MetroBPM costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do VisionTempo or MetroBPM have ads?
Neither VisionTempo nor MetroBPM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VisionTempo or MetroBPM?
VisionTempo ships an update every 12 months, and MetroBPM every 3 weeks. Most recently, VisionTempo was updated on October 25, 2026 and MetroBPM on October 30, 2026.

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