Comparison

PolyCyclo vs Metronome Pal

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

Head to head
About

PolyCyclo

Features
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Use PolyCyclo as a visual metronome. Set any whole-number tempo from 40 to 240 BPM, find a tempo with Tap, and turn on an independent reference pulse. Watch rhythm take shape as moving points, glowing traces, and polygons. Swipe between rhythms and sound sets, edit the pattern, save favorites with the star, and share a loop as MP4. Without an account or purchase, BPM, Tap Tempo, and the reference pulse are unlimited. Playback, the existing editing controls, star saves, and short watermarked MP4 export (15 seconds at 720p) are also included. Choose from the included selection of rhythms and sound sets. PolyCyclo Studio is an optional, one-time, non-consumable purchase. It unlocks all 312 rhythm presets, all 16 sound sets, watermark-free MP4 export up to 60 seconds at 1080p, and background playback. Restore the purchase any time from Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Metronome Pal

Features
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MetronomePal is a colorful, easy-to-use metronome for iPhone and Apple Watch. Set the tempo by hand or tap along, choose your time signature, and enjoy clear audio, haptic beats, and lively visuals. Save your favorite setups, create a custom color theme, and keep everything synced between devices. Whether you’re practicing, rehearsing, or just finding your groove, MetronomePal helps you stay on beat.

Screenshots

PolyCyclo4 screens
Metronome Pal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Metronome Pal at none against PolyCyclo's 2. Metronome Pal also leads on device support (3 vs 1). PolyCyclo's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. PolyCyclo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Metronome Pal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PolyCyclo ships an update every 4 days, Metronome Pal every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
PolyCyclo versus Metronome Pal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyCycloMetronome Pal
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 3 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” better
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better26.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size19 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTaichi UmekiJoshua Escribano Fontanet

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PolyCyclo

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Access14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Access14 Days trial$24.991 Year
None

Metronome Pal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PolyCyclo free?
PolyCyclo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Metronome Pal free?
Metronome Pal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PolyCyclo or Metronome Pal have ads?
Neither PolyCyclo nor Metronome Pal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PolyCyclo or Metronome Pal?
PolyCyclo ships an update every 4 days, and Metronome Pal every 3 days. Most recently, PolyCyclo was updated on October 1, 2026 and Metronome Pal on October 12, 2026.

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