Comparison

RHYTHM DELAY vs Taptum

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

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About

RHYTHM DELAY

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RHYTHM DELAY - Hear now. Tap previous. A rhythm memory training app for musicians and music lovers. Listen to the rhythm playing NOW - then tap the rhythm from 1 or 2 bars ago. This deceptively simple challenge trains your rhythmic memory, sense of pulse, and the ability to maintain independence between hearing and playing. HOW TO PLAY ----------- 1. Listen to the rhythm as it plays (NOW row) 2. Tap the rhythm from 1 or 2 bars ago (TAP PREVIOUS) 3. Your timing is judged in real time - Good or Miss 16 LEVELS --------- - Level 1-4: Delay 1 (1 bar back) / BPM 60 - Level 5-8: Delay 2 (2 bars back) / BPM 60 - Level 9-12: Delay 1 / BPM 100 (advanced) - Level 13-16: Delay 2 / BPM 100 (advanced) Each group progressively adds note types: Quarter / Eighth / Triplet / Sixteenth Custom Mode ----------------------- - Free BPM selection (60-200) - Choose 16 or 32 bars - Delay 1 or Delay 2 - Mix and match note types freely FEATURES -------- - Fully offline - no account, no ads, no tracking - Clean dark interface designed for focus - Dynamic judgment window adapts to the rhythm - No long tutorials - short in-game guidance every run RHYTHM DELAY is the training tool that separates what you hear from what you play.

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Taptum

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Develop a professional sense of rhythm with Taptum! Whether you are a drummer, producer, or music student, Taptum is the ultimate tool to sharpen your ears. Listen to unique drum patterns, watch the interactive sticks, and identify the correct rhythmic notation. WHY RHYTHM TRAINING MATTERS Rhythm is the heartbeat of every song. Many musicians struggle not with notes, but with the timing between them. Taptum bridges the gap between hearing a groove and understanding its technical structure. By connecting your ears to visual notation, you develop a "rhythmic vocabulary" that allows you to read sheet music faster and improvise with more confidence. FEATURES: 100+ Levels of Increasing Complexity Start with simple quarter notes and progress to the professional league. Our carefully curated curriculum ensures you never feel overwhelmed but are always challenged. As you give correct answers, you unlock new categories, moving from the basics to advanced syncopation and polyrhythmic-style patterns. 9 Unique Musical Categories Explore the diversity of rhythm through dedicated modules: BASIC: The foundation. Master 4/4 time, quarter, and eighth notes. ROCK & POP: Learn the standard grooves that power the world's greatest hits. GALLOPS: Dive into the energetic world of "galloping" patterns and shuffles. DOTTED NOTES: Master the precision of dotted eighths and sixteenth notes. SYNCOPA: Learn to feel the "off-beat" and understand shifted accents. TRIPLETS: Perfect the rolling feel of three notes per beat. FAST: Increase your mental processing speed with rapid sixteenth-note patterns. COMPLEX: A mix of all the above. Only for those who have mastered the basics. METAL: The ultimate test. Experience ultra-fast "blast beats" and extreme precision. Two Dynamic Game Modes PRACTICE MODE: Learn at your own pace. There are no lives or time limits. Every correct answer earns you experience points (XP) to unlock new categories. It’s the perfect environment for deep learning and focused ear training. SURVIVAL MODE: Ready for a challenge? You have 3 lives. The tempo is consistent, but the pressure is on. How many patterns can you identify in a row? Compete with yourself to break your "High Streak" and prove your mastery. Master Your Mistakes with "Compare" Making a mistake is the best way to learn—if you know what went wrong. Taptum’s unique "Compare" feature allows you to play the correct rhythm and your mistaken choice back-to-back. Hear the subtle differences in timing and notation to ensure you don’t make the same mistake twice. Professional Sound Packs Ear training shouldn't be boring. Customize your experience with high-quality samples: Classic Snare: Sharp and mid-range for clear identification. Heavy Kick: Low-frequency training to feel the pulse. Hi-Hat: High-frequency, crisp sounds for speed training. Electronic Synth: A modern, digital take on rhythmic training. Track Your Musical Growth Your personal Profile stores all your achievements. Accuracy Rating: See the percentage of your correct answers. Best Streak: Keep track of your longest win streak in Survival mode. Progress Map: See exactly how many categories you’ve unlocked on your road to becoming a Rhythmic Grandmaster. WHO IS TAPTUM FOR? Drummers: Improve your sight-reading and internal clock. Guitarists & Bassists: Lock in with the drum kit more effectively. Composers & Producers: Translate the beats in your head into your DAW with ease. Music Students: Prepare for ear training exams in a fun, gamified way. Casual Music Lovers: Simply enjoy the satisfaction of mastering a new skill. CLEAN & ERGONOMIC DESIGN We designed Taptum to be used anywhere. The interface is optimized for one-handed use, with large, responsive buttons and a clear visual hierarchy. Interactive drum sticks provide a visual reference for every hit, helping you "see" the sound. Start your rhythm journey today and never miss a beat again! Privacy Policy & Terms and Conditions: https://momentarium.app/legal

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RHYTHM DELAY4 screens
Taptum4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RHYTHM DELAY at none against Taptum's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Taptum sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RHYTHM DELAY asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
RHYTHM DELAY versus Taptum: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRHYTHM DELAYTaptum
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperToshio NagayoshiMomentarium LLC

In-app purchases

None

RHYTHM DELAY

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Taptum

One-time1
  • Taptum Pro$4.99

Questions

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

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