Comparison

ZZZ Polyrhythm vs Clockworks

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

Head to head
About

ZZZ Polyrhythm

Features
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Zzz Polyrhythm is a polyrhythm-focused metronome that lets you layer multiple rhythms simultaneously for advanced rhythmic practice. From classical 2-against-3 to jazz shuffle to contemporary 7-against-11 — instantly build any rhythm pattern you can imagine and play it back with professional-quality voices. Key Features [Base Beat — the time-keeper] - Time signature: any numerator (1-16) and denominator (2 / 4 / 8 / 16) - BPM: precise control from 30 to 240 - Tap Tempo: detect any tempo in real time - 8 voices: Wood Block / Click / Cowbell / Sine / Square / Tick / Hi Click / Low Thud [Layered Rhythms — Overlay] Layer additional rhythms on top of the base beat to construct complex polyrhythms. - Starting beat: not only "beat 1, beat 2" but also fractional positions like "beat 1.5" - Length: whole / half / quarter / eighth / sixteenth / thirty-second note × none / dotted / double-dotted - Subdivisions: any tuplet from 2 to 11 - Shuffle mode: play only the first and last clicks for a jazz swing feel - Timing offset: slide the start/end positions back and forth to fine-tune swing - Voice: choose an independent voice for each overlay from 8 sound presets [Visualizer] Concentric ring display lets you see rhythm timing at a glance. A dot lights up the moment each click fires, helping you grasp polyrhythm structure visually. [Presets] (Premium) Save your favorite rhythm configurations with custom names. Recall with one tap. Browse multiple presets and switch any time. [Phase-preserving BPM changes] Change BPM in the middle of a beat — the rhythm doesn't reset, it smoothly accelerates or decelerates, just like a professional studio metronome. Who it's for - Drummers / percussionists training complex rhythmic sense - Jazz / fusion players developing swing feel - Instrumentalists practicing 3-, 5-, 7-tuplet figures - Composers / arrangers analyzing multi-voice rhythm relationships - Performers studying traditional cross-rhythms and contemporary music Languages 日本語 / English / 中文 / 한국어 / Español / Português Switch languages manually from the hamburger menu, or have the app follow your device's system language. Free vs Premium [Free] - Base beat + up to 2 overlay layers - All 8 voices / any time signature / BPM 30-240 - Tap Tempo / Shuffle / full feature access - Discreet banner ad + occasional interstitial [Premium (Ad-free)] - All ads removed - Add 3 or more overlay layers (unlimited) - Save / load / delete rhythm presets Subscription Details - Title: Premium (Ad-free) - Length: 1 month, auto-renewable - Price: 180 JPY / month Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://smolt-stage.com/home/privacy/zzz-polyrhythm-privacy-policy-ios-en.html Developer SMOLT STAGE, K.K. © 2026 SMOLT STAGE, K.K. For questions and feature requests, please use the in-app feedback form. We hope this contributes to your musical practice.

About

Clockworks

Create complex polyrhythms visually by layering geometric shapes on a clockface. Explore diverse instruments, scales, and effects to generate intricate musical patterns without needing music theory knowledge. Export your creations as MIDI, audio, or sheet music.

Highlights
  • Visual polyrhythm creation
  • Layered shape system
  • 10 sampled instruments
  • Built-in drum kits
  • Dozens of scales
  • Scene-based arrangement
  • Export to MIDI, WAV, PDF
Features
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Clockworks turns rhythm into geometry. Build polyrhythms by layering rotating shapes on a clockface — each shape's sides become evenly-spaced beats, so a triangle and a pentagon played together weave intricate cross-rhythms with zero math. • Layer multiple shapes, each its own voice • 10 instruments — sampled piano, e-piano, guitars, plus synth keys, organ, marimba, vibes and more • Built-in drum kits with a step sequencer • Dozens of scales across many categories for instant melodic results • Scene-based arrangement to evolve your loop over time • Pro FX: 3-band EQ and BPM-synced echo • Export to MIDI, audio (WAV), or sheet music PDF No theory required — just add shapes and listen.

Screenshots

ZZZ Polyrhythm4 screens
Clockworks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Clockworks at none against ZZZ Polyrhythm's 1. Clockworks also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price 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. ZZZ Polyrhythm sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Clockworks asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ZZZ Polyrhythm versus Clockworks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZZZ PolyrhythmClockworks
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSMOLT STAGE, K.K.Dylan Cantor

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ZZZ Polyrhythm

Subscriptions1
  • ZZZ Polyrhythm Premium$0.991 Month
None

Clockworks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZZZ Polyrhythm free?
ZZZ Polyrhythm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Clockworks free?
Clockworks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZZZ Polyrhythm or Clockworks have ads?
ZZZ Polyrhythm shows ads; Clockworks does not.

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