Comparison

Show Cues Pro vs Runner BPM

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

Head to head
About

Show Cues Pro

This app provides precise audio cue management for live performances. Create timed sequences with auto-play, add delays between tracks for scene changes, and monitor show length to ensure a flawless presentation.

Highlights
  • Timed sequences with auto-play
  • Delays between tracks
  • Show length timer
  • Professional playlist management
  • Intuitive playback controls
  • Designed for reliability
Features
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Unlike standard music players, Show Cues is engineered for the unique demands of live shows. Create perfectly timed sequences with auto-play, add delays between tracks for scene changes, and use the show length timer to keep your performance on schedule. Designed specifically for live performances, Show Cues gives you precise control over your audio cues with rock-solid reliability when it matters most. PERFECT FOR: • Theater productions and musicals • Dance recitals and competitions • Live events and presentations • Fitness classes and choreography • DJs and mobile entertainers • Schools and community theater • Houses of worship • Theme park and haunted house attractions Whether you're a professional stage manager or running sound for your child's dance recital, Show Cues gives you the tools to deliver a flawless performance every time. BUILT FOR LIVE PERFORMANCE Unlike standard music players, Show Cues is engineered for the unique demands of live shows. Create perfectly timed sequences with auto-play, add delays between tracks for scene changes, and use the show length timer to keep your performance on schedule.POWERFUL PER-TRACK SETTINGS SHOW LENGTH TIMER PROFESSIONAL PLAYLIST MANAGEMENT INTUITIVE PLAYBACK CONTROLS DESIGNED FOR RELIABILITY

About

Runner BPM

Features
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Runner BPM helps you run in rhythm by syncing your music tempo to your step cadence in real time. Import local songs from Files, start a run, and let Runner BPM adapt playback speed so your track stays aligned with your movement. Whether you want a steady cadence lock, a progressive workout ramp, or a more structured pace session, Runner BPM keeps your run and music working together. Features: • Real-time tempo sync for local songs with a Step-Per-Minute (SPM) cruise control • Follow, Lock, Coach, and Athlete Pro training modes • Athlete Pro included with the app • Run pause, resume, and end controls • Auto-pause when you stop moving • Local song import and BPM-aware playback • Workout routine song queue • Run stats, route tracking, and session history • Lock screen playback controls Runner BPM is designed for runners who want their music to move with them.

Screenshots

Show Cues Pro4 screens
Runner BPM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Runner BPM at $0.99 against Show Cues Pro's $69.99. Runner BPM also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

Show Cues Pro costs $69.99 and Runner BPM $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Show Cues Pro ships an update monthly, Runner BPM every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Show Cues Pro versus Runner BPM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShow Cues ProRunner BPM
Price$69.99$0.99 — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB3 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCarl Andrews18795964936Vinicius Lube

In-app purchases

None

Show Cues Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Runner BPM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Show Cues Pro free?
Show Cues Pro costs $69.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Runner BPM free?
Runner BPM costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Show Cues Pro or Runner BPM have ads?
Neither Show Cues Pro nor Runner BPM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Show Cues Pro or Runner BPM?
Show Cues Pro ships an update monthly, and Runner BPM every 5 days. Most recently, Show Cues Pro was updated on October 24, 2026 and Runner BPM on October 25, 2026.

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