Comparison

iTickr vs B4CKBE4T

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

Head to head
About

iTickr

Features
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iTickr - The Ultimate Metronome for Musicians Transform your practice sessions with iTickr, the most advanced and intuitive metronome app designed for serious musicians. Whether you're a beginner learning your first scales or a professional preparing for a concert, iTickr provides the precision and features you need to master your timing. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES β€’ Precision Timing: Crystal-clear audio with customizable frequencies (200Hz-2000Hz) β€’ Wide BPM Range: From 20 to 300 BPM with fine-tuned control β€’ Multiple Time Signatures: 4/4, 3/4, 2/4, 6/8, 7/8, 5/8, 9/8, 12/8 and more β€’ Custom Accent Patterns: Create complex rhythmic patterns for advanced practice β€’ Visual Beat Indicator: Clear visual feedback with customizable colors SMART PRACTICE TOOLS β€’ Practice Sessions: Track your practice time and progress β€’ Preset Library: Save and organize your favorite tempo settings β€’ Quick Presets: Standard 4/4, Waltz 3/4, Slow Practice, Fast Rock, Jazz Swing β€’ Session History: Monitor your practice consistency over time ADVANCED CONTROLS β€’ Lock Screen Integration: Control playback without unlocking your device β€’ Background Audio: Continues playing when you switch apps β€’ Pause & Resume: Maintains beat position when paused β€’ Haptic Feedback: Feel the beat with customizable vibration patterns β€’ Screen Always On: Prevents screen from locking during practice sessions β€’ Auto-Pause: Automatically pauses when app goes to background BEAUTIFUL DESIGN β€’ Modern Interface: Clean, intuitive design that's easy to use in any lighting β€’ Dark Mode Support: Seamless integration with system appearance β€’ Customizable Themes: Personalize your practice environment β€’ Large Controls: Easy to use during intense practice sessions PERFECT FOR β€’ Classical musicians mastering complex pieces β€’ Jazz players working on swing and syncopation β€’ Rock and pop musicians building solid rhythm foundations β€’ Music students preparing for exams and auditions β€’ Music teachers conducting ensemble rehearsals β€’ Dancers and choreographers setting tempo for routines TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE β€’ High-Quality Audio Engine: Professional-grade sound processing β€’ Low Latency: Instant response for precise timing β€’ Battery Optimized: Efficient performance for long practice sessions β€’ Reliable Performance: Stable operation on all iOS devices UNIQUE FEATURES β€’ Smart Beat Visualization: Dynamic visual feedback that adapts to your tempo β€’ Intelligent Auto-Pause: Preserves your practice flow while saving battery β€’ Comprehensive Settings: Fine-tune every aspect of your metronome experience β€’ Practice Analytics: Understand your practice patterns and improve consistency Why Choose iTickr? iTickr isn't just another metronome app - it's a complete practice companion built by musicians, for musicians. We understand that timing is everything in music, which is why we've crafted every detail to provide the most accurate, reliable, and feature-rich metronome experience available on iOS. From the crystal-clear audio engine to the intuitive interface, every aspect of iTickr has been designed to enhance your musical journey. Whether you're practicing scales, learning complex rhythms, or preparing for your next performance, iTickr provides the tools you need to succeed. Download iTickr today and experience the difference precision makes in your musical practice.

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B4CKBE4T

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B4CKBE4T is more than a metronome. It is a live performance tool. Designed for drummers, B4CKBE4T combines a precise click track with setlist management and song-based notes, allowing focus on playing. Organize gigs, prepare for band practice, and keep essential information in one place as a complete setlist app. CREATE AND MANAGE YOUR SETLISTS Organize songs into clear, structured setlists for gigs or rehearsals. ADD NOTES TO EACH SONG Save song structure, cues, transitions, grooves or any important detail needed during a live performance. SHARE WITH YOUR BAND Share setlists with other musicians using B4CKBE4T to stay in sync. PLANS β€’ Free: Up to 1 setlist with 5 songs. β€’ Silver: Up to 2 setlists with 15 songs each. β€’ Gold: Unlimited setlists with no restrictions. Built for drummers. Useful for every musician. B4CKBE4T turns the metronome into a complete tool for rehearsals, gigs, and live performance. Terms of Use (EULA): [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/)

Screenshots

iTickr4 screens
B4CKBE4T4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iTickr at none against B4CKBE4T's 4. B4CKBE4T's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. B4CKBE4T sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iTickr asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
iTickr versus B4CKBE4T: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTickrB4CKBE4T
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.613.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size11 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLyrae OUAlejandro Frechoso Moreno

In-app purchases

None

iTickr

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

B4CKBE4T

Subscriptions4
  • B4CKBE4T Amateur (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • B4CKBE4T Amateur (Monthly)14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • B4CKBE4T Amateur (Annual)$19.991 Year
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  • B4CKBE4T Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is iTickr free?
iTickr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is B4CKBE4T free?
B4CKBE4T is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iTickr or B4CKBE4T have ads?
Neither iTickr nor B4CKBE4T shows ads.

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