Comparison

Lemur vs TempoBuddy

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

Head to head
About

Lemur

Create custom MIDI and OSC controllers for music production and performance. Design unique interfaces with advanced widgets and scripting capabilities. Seamlessly connect to your computer for studio or live use.

Highlights
  • Custom MIDI/OSC controller design
  • Multitouch interface creation
  • Advanced scripting language
  • Built-in and custom widgets
  • Seamless Wi-Fi/USB connectivity
  • CoreMIDI support
  • Sequencer and Canvas features
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For over 20 years, Lemur has been the world’s premier tool for creating custom MIDI and OSC controllers. Pioneering multitouch technology, Lemur has become synonymous with innovation in music performance and production. Its pivotal role in the evolution of music technology has made it the trusted choice of artists like Daft Punk, Björk, Plastikman, CHVRCHES, The Glitch Mob, Orbital, and many more. In the film studio, Lemur has become a beloved tool for professional music composers, serving as the central hub for composing templates—managing sample libraries, keyswitches, mix automations, and DAW key commands. With its extensive collection of built-in widgets, and powerful programming language, if you can dream it, Lemur can build it. Lemur has even been used to make games! ---- Creating Projects - The Lemur Desktop Software Suite (free) includes the Lemur Editor for macOS and Windows, providing a powerful editor for designing and scripting your controller, as well as the Lemur Daemon, enabling seamless MIDI and OSC connectivity across your entire setup via USB or WiFi. Connectivity - Simply connect your iPad/iPhone to your computer via Wi-Fi or USB/Thunderbolt and make the connection! Lemur also supports CoreMIDI, allowing you to use any class-compliant hardware MIDI interface. With 8 ports of MIDI/OSC connectivity, you can even control up to 8 computers from one device! ---- Latest Features: Version 5.0 introduces the incredible new Canvas, Image, and Sequencer family of features with rock solid timing. Canvas  - A brand-new object that lets you script custom widgets with full multitouch support. Adapted from the HTML5 Canvas element, it allows you to design vector-based widgets featuring shapes, animations, shadows, and transparency. With Canvas, you are no longer limited to Lemur’s collection of built-in widgets—you can create entirely custom controls that precisely match the demands of your project. Polygons, waveforms, circular objects, and infinitely more are all possible with Canvas, opening the door to a completely new Lemur experience. Image - The new Image widget allows you to add custom PNG images directly to your project, opening up possibilities for incorporating image assets that are too complex to create with vector code in the Canvas widget. Whether you’re designing detailed graphics, branding your project with logos, or adding custom button icons, the Image widget makes it easy to enhance your templates with rich visual elements. Sequencer - Lemur 5.0 introduces a family of new features for tight sequencing, including three new objects: StepNote, StepSwitch, and StepSlider. Each offers a unique style of sequencing, ready to use right out of the box. These objects utilize the new "On Clock" execution mode, enabling high-precision synchronization to external MIDI clock. Simply add them to your template, and they’ll handle the hard work of controlling your MIDI instruments with perfect timing. In-App Editor (iPad Only) - Lemur now supports editing projects directly in the app. Virtually every function of the desktop editor is now accessible through an intuitive system of iOS menus and widgets. Best of all – it’s easier to use than ever, offering a smaller learning curve and an immediate initial experience. Any basic configuration, such as a bank of faders, or modifying a script can now be created with familiar taps and gestures. Skins - Lemur features three new skins, in addition to the classic look. Choose the look that fits your style and sparks your creativity. ---- Join the Lemur Community Forum! Now in its 10th year! Connect with others to ask questions, troubleshoot, share solutions, and explore Lemur programming with a community tailored to your needs. ---- Purchase a Perpetual Lifetime License or Subscribe Today! Access to Lemur requires a perpetual lifetime license or active paid subscription, available as an in-app purchase. Both give you full access to all features. ----

About

TempoBuddy

Features
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Master your rhythm with this free metronome app – the ultimate tool for musicians of all levels. Whether you need a simple beat or advanced features, this metronome gives you the control to practice with precision. Key features of this metronome free: - Set a timer to stop after a chosen number of measures. - Italian tempo markers included – perfect if you’re not sure how fast a Vivace should be. - Subdivide each beat up to 16 clicks per beat for perfect triplet timing. - Choose to accent the first beat of each measure. - Visual beat indicator – mute the sound and follow the visual tempo. - Customize the sound pitch to cut through your instrument. - Speed Trainer to gradually increase your tempo. - Full range: select any tempo from 1 to 300 BPM. - Tap tempo button – find the right cadence without guessing. Designed as both a pro metronome and a simple metronome app free, it adapts to your practice routine. Keep your timing sharp, your tempo steady, and your music flowing. If you’re looking for a metronome app, tempo metronome, or cadence trainer, this is the perfect choice to improve your rhythm and BPM control.

Screenshots

Lemur4 screens
TempoBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TempoBuddy at none against Lemur's 5. Lemur's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.6 vs 15.1). On price 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

Both are free to download. Lemur sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. TempoBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Lemur versus TempoBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLemurTempoBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.6 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMIDI KineticsAlejandro Acho

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Lemur

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$12.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$99.991 Year
One-time3
  • Subscription Loyalty RewardFree
  • Subscriber Early Upgrade$84.99
  • Lifetime License$99.99
None

TempoBuddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lemur free?
Lemur is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TempoBuddy free?
TempoBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lemur or TempoBuddy have ads?
TempoBuddy shows ads; Lemur does not.

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