Comparison

SUS4 Metronome vs Metronome&Jam

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

Head to head
About

SUS4 Metronome

Features
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A click from 20 to 300 BPM that can also play 3 against 4. Subdivisions, swing and clave grooves, and a left and right ear split for accent work. Fully on-device: no cloud, no account. Tap in the tempo or dial it. Pick a subdivision, turn on a polyrhythm and give each voice a different sound. Set a tempo ramp and it speeds up as you drill. • 20 to 300 BPM, with tap tempo • Subdivisions, swing and clave grooves • Polyrhythms: two voices, one in each ear if you like • Automatic tempo ramps for speed practice • A library of click sounds • Apple Watch app For drummers, guitarists working up a fast passage, and anyone practicing odd groupings. Pro, or SUS4 All-Access across the whole range, adds polyrhythms, the ear split and tempo ramps. Made in the UK by working musicians. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Metronome&Jam

Features
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Metronome&Jam is the ultimate practice app for musicians, combining a professional metronome with rhythm loop (Jam) functionality in one beautiful interface. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Metronome&Jam helps you keep perfect time and elevate your practice sessions. ā–¼ METRONOME • BPM range: 20–400 • Time signatures: 1/4 to 12/4 • 8 professional sound kits (click, clap, kick, snare, wood bass, and more) • Individual accent and mute settings per beat • Visual beat indicator (PAD display) ā–¼ SUBDIVISIONS • 16+ rhythm patterns: eighths, sixteenths, triplets, shuffle, and more • Perfect for advanced rhythm training ā–¼ JAM (RHYTHM LOOP) MODE • Play rhythm loops with hi-hat, snare, kick, and bass parts • Genre presets: Rock, Funk, Shuffle, and more • Volume control & swing adjustment ā–¼ MY LIST (PRESET SAVE) • Save up to 100 custom presets • Instantly recall any metronome or Jam configuration ā–¼ APPLE WATCH • Control playback, BPM, time signature, and sound from your wrist • Haptic vibration keeps you in time silently • Perfect for live performances and studio sessions where sound isn't an option ā–¼ CUSTOMIZATION • 7 color themes (Red, Green, Cyan, Samurai Blue, Yellow, Pink, Orange) • Full dark mode support • Japanese & English language support ā–¼ PRO UPGRADE (One-time Purchase) Unlock all sound kits, subdivisions, preset saving, Apple Watch support, and every premium feature. Pay once, use forever. From band rehearsals to solo practice, warm-ups to rhythm training — Metronome&Jam is your go-to metronome.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Metronome&Jam at every 4 days against SUS4 Metronome's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. SUS4 Metronome sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.39 per month and Metronome&Jam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SUS4 Metronome ships an update fortnightly, Metronome&Jam every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
SUS4 Metronome versus Metronome&Jam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSUS4 MetronomeMetronome&Jam
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThePaulSmithMasahiro Wada

In-app purchases

10 purchases

SUS4 Metronome

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 Metronome Lifetime$54.99
  • SUS4 Metronome Lifetime$71.99
  • SUS4 Metronome Lifetime$103.99
1 purchases

Metronome&Jam

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$4.99

Questions

Is SUS4 Metronome free?
SUS4 Metronome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Metronome&Jam free?
Metronome&Jam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SUS4 Metronome or Metronome&Jam have ads?
Neither SUS4 Metronome nor Metronome&Jam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SUS4 Metronome or Metronome&Jam?
SUS4 Metronome ships an update fortnightly, and Metronome&Jam every 4 days. Most recently, SUS4 Metronome was updated on November 10, 2026 and Metronome&Jam on October 31, 2026.

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