Comparison

Simply Patterns vs TempoKin

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

Head to head
About

Simply Patterns

Features
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Simply Patterns: Effortless Rhythm Creation. Bring the power of a professional drum machine to your fingertips. Designed for producers, DJs, and rhythm enthusiasts, Simply Patterns strips away the complexity, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: the groove. Whether you are sketching out a techno skeleton or experimenting with complex polyrhythms, our intuitive interface makes music production feel natural and fluid. Key Features: Intuitive Step Sequencer: Build intricate patterns in seconds with a touch-optimized 16-step grid. High-Fidelity Sound Engine: Crisp, punchy drum kits inspired by legendary hardware and modern synthesis. Real-Time Tweaking: Adjust BPM, swing, and per-step velocity to give your tracks a human feel. Minimalist Workflow: No cluttered menus. A clean, distraction-free environment designed for peak creativity. Easy Export: Save your patterns and seamlessly integrate them into your favorite DAW or share them with collaborators. From the studio to the stage, Simply Patterns is the ultimate tool for quick, powerful, and fun beat-making. Start building your signature sound today. Privacy Policy: https://luchogax.com/simplypatterns/privacy  Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TempoKin

This music practice app offers a precise metronome, tempo trainer, and journal to improve rhythm and speed for various instruments. Organize songs, track progress, and sync data across devices with customizable themes and visual cues.

Highlights
  • Precise rhythm with multiple time signatures
  • Tempo progression for speed building
  • Muted-beat training
  • Song and setlist organization
  • Practice journal with progress tracking
  • iCloud sync
  • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets
Features
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A precise metronome, tempo trainer, and music practice journal for guitar, piano, drums, ukulele, and other instruments. Build steadier rhythm, increase speed progressively, organize every song, and see your practice improve over time. Built for daily music practice: • Apple Watch remote: control iPhone playback, tempo, meter, subdivision, accents, sound, and volume from your wrist • Precise rhythm: multiple time signatures, subdivisions, accent levels, sounds, and volume controls • Tempo progression: change BPM by measure or over time for controlled speed building • Muted-beat training: test your internal pulse and timing consistency • Songs and setlists: save BPM, meter, subdivision, and training settings for each song • Smart review: schedule today's songs from your practice history • Private sheet music: attach your own PDF or image files and view them across devices • Practice journal: track time, songs, streaks, seven-day trends, and long-term progress • iCloud sync: keep setlists, song settings, practice records, and goals in sync • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets: see practice progress and metronome status at a glance • Visual and haptic cues: feel the beat or use the camera flash • Personal themes: classic and playful cat themes, sounds, appearances, and app icons No account required. No ads or third-party analytics SDKs. Whether you are building fundamentals, increasing speed, or rehearsing a set, each session stays focused and measurable. The app includes a 7-day Pro free trial. You are not charged during the trial; after it ends, the selected monthly or annual subscription renews automatically unless canceled in Apple Account settings. Localized prices are shown by the App Store. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simply Patterns3 screens
TempoKin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TempoKin at none against Simply Patterns's shown. Simply Patterns's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Simply Patterns sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TempoKin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Simply Patterns versus TempoKin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimply PatternsTempoKin
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuciano Gaston Marecohaikuo sun

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Simply Patterns

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
2 purchases

TempoKin

Subscriptions1
  • Metronome Pro Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • Metronome Pro Lifetime$18.00

Questions

Is Simply Patterns free?
Simply Patterns is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TempoKin free?
TempoKin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simply Patterns or TempoKin have ads?
Simply Patterns shows ads; TempoKin does not.

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