Comparison

Rhythm Trainer Pro vs SUS4 Time Trainer

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

Head to head
About

Rhythm Trainer Pro

Features
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Rhythm Trainer Pro is a clean, musician‑first practice tool built for players who want better timing, deeper groove, and real rhythmic confidence. Whether you're strengthening your internal pulse, learning subdivisions, exploring polyrhythms, or improving your timing accuracy, Rhythm Trainer Pro gives you a focused workspace designed for real musical growth. The free version includes Straight and Swing rhythm styles across all training modes. Tuplets and Polyrhythms require Pro access (subscription or lifetime purchase). Powered by a precise rhythm‑generation engine, the app delivers smooth, accurate playback across all rhythm styles*, with real‑time tap analysis, visual guidance, and a clean, responsive interface. Every feature is crafted to feel immediate, intuitive, and distraction‑free. Designed with a minimalist interface and a practice‑first philosophy, Rhythm Trainer Pro stays out of your way so you can stay focused on playing. Training Modes Tap Match Match the rhythm in real time and build timing accuracy. • Straight (free) • Swing (free) • Tuplets (Pro) • Polyrhythms (Pro) • Real‑time tap accuracy feedback • Hit markers and timing error display • Groove feel and micro‑timing adjustments (Pro) Subdivision ID Train your ear and timing by identifying rhythmic subdivisions. • Straight (free) • Swing (free) • Tuplets (Pro) • Polyrhythms (Pro) • Clear visual beat groupings • Tap‑to‑identify interface Polyrhythm ID Learn to hear and feel polyrhythms with a dual‑lane visualizer. • Straight (free) • Swing (free) • Tuplets (Pro) • Polyrhythms (Pro) • Lane pulses for each rhythm • Tap accuracy scoring for each side Visualizer & Feedback A clean, musician‑first visualizer designed for clarity and focus. • Beat tracking with smooth animations • Pulse indicator on every beat • Tap markers with timing error • Polyrhythm lane pulses (Pro) • Progress bar for each session Smart Rhythm Engine Built for precision and musical feel. • Accurate timing at any BPM • Groove feel and micro‑timing options (Pro) • Human‑friendly visual spacing • Fast, responsive playback • Designed for daily practice Results & Scoring After each session, get a clear breakdown of your performance. • Accuracy graph • Timing error distribution • Hit/miss analysis • Retry or adjust settings instantly Clean, Minimal Interface Designed for clarity and musical focus. • Easy to use during practice, rehearsal, or teaching • No clutter, no distractions — just rhythm • Smooth animations and intuitive controls Privacy‑First • No ads • No tracking • No data collection • All audio and processing happen locally on your device *Features marked Pro require a subscription or lifetime purchase. **Now with lifetime purchase option. Pay once and unlock all rhythm styles, tuplets, and polyrhythms forever.** Privacy Policy: https://www.bamuda.com.au/rhythmtrainerproprivacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SUS4 Time Trainer

Features
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Play along to the click and see how early or late you land, in milliseconds. Then mute the click and find out whether your pulse holds. Fully on-device: no cloud, no account. Set a tempo between 40 and 220 BPM and tap the big pad, or switch on mic detection and play your instrument. Each hit shows its offset; each session gives you a percentage and an average. • Click from 40 to 220 BPM • Tap, or let the mic detect your notes and claps • Hits, mean offset and spread for every session • Mute-click practice with drift feedback • A history graph of your sessions For drummers, bassists and anyone told they rush. Everyone gets five sessions a day. Pro, or SUS4 All-Access across the whole range, removes the daily limit. Made in the UK by working musicians. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Rhythm Trainer Pro4 screens
SUS4 Time Trainer4 screens

Verdict

The call

Rhythm Trainer Pro and SUS4 Time Trainer are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Rhythm Trainer Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and SUS4 Time Trainer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.39 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rhythm Trainer Pro ships an update every 10 days, SUS4 Time Trainer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Rhythm Trainer Pro versus SUS4 Time Trainer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRhythm Trainer ProSUS4 Time Trainer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBamuda Corporation Pty LtdThePaulSmith

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Rhythm Trainer Pro

Subscriptions3
  • All Rhythm Styles (1 Month)$1.991 Month
  • All Rhythm Styles (6 Months)$8.996 Months
  • All Rhythm Styles (12 Months)$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • All Rhythm Styles (Life time)$29.99
10 purchases

SUS4 Time Trainer

Subscriptions7
  • SUS4 All-Access7 Days trial$4.391 Month
  • SUS4 All-Access7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • SUS4 All-Access7 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • SUS4 All-Access Annual7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • SUS4 All-Access Annual7 Days trial$26.991 Year
  • SUS4 All-Access Annual7 Days trial$35.991 Year
  • SUS4 All-Access Annual7 Days trial$51.991 Year
One-time3
  • SUS4 Time Trainer Lifetime$54.99
  • SUS4 Time Trainer Lifetime$71.99
  • SUS4 Time Trainer Lifetime$103.99

Questions

Is Rhythm Trainer Pro free?
Rhythm Trainer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SUS4 Time Trainer free?
SUS4 Time Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rhythm Trainer Pro or SUS4 Time Trainer have ads?
Neither Rhythm Trainer Pro nor SUS4 Time Trainer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rhythm Trainer Pro or SUS4 Time Trainer?
Rhythm Trainer Pro ships an update every 10 days, and SUS4 Time Trainer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Rhythm Trainer Pro was updated on November 5, 2026 and SUS4 Time Trainer on November 9, 2026.

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