# Tempo Counter vs Spatializer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Spatializer at 91% against Tempo Counter's 33%. Spatializer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Tempo Counter's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $9.99) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.1). On ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Tempo Counter costs $0.99 and Spatializer $9.99 up front. Tempo Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Spatializer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Spatializer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spatializer has 27 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Tempo Counter's written reviews are positive against 91% of Spatializer's.

Tempo Counter ships an update every 7 months, Spatializer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tempo Counter | Spatializer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $9.99 |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tempo-counter/id719309903/reviews) | **[4.8 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spatializer/id1574889552/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **27** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **90.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 5 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [y-design](https://appshunter.io/developer/398188218) | [quantovox](https://appshunter.io/developer/484686124) |

## What reviewers say

### Tempo Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tempo-counter/id719309903)

This application helps musicians and composers determine and adjust the tempo of music. It provides real-time feedback on average and last beat tempos, aiding in composition and analysis.

**Highlights:** Real-time tempo detection, Average tempo display, Last beat tempo display, Tempo adjustment assistance, Music composition aid

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $0.99 | one-time |


### Spatializer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spatializer/id1574889552)

Enhance audio with stereo widening that preserves mono compatibility and avoids phase issues. This tool synthesizes side channel information, ideal for mono sources or adding depth to existing stereo tracks without compromising the mid channel.

**Highlights:** Stereo widening without phase smearing, Synthesizes side channel information, Preserves mid channel integrity, Flexible for mono and stereo sources, Transparent or strong effect options, Multiband transient shapers, Directional RMS distribution visualization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tempo Counter free?

Tempo Counter costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Spatializer free?

Spatializer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tempo Counter or Spatializer?

Spatializer is rated higher. Tempo Counter averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Spatializer averages 4.8 from 27 ratings.

### Do Tempo Counter or Spatializer have ads?

Neither Tempo Counter nor Spatializer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tempo Counter or Spatializer?

Tempo Counter ships an update every 7 months, and Spatializer every 2 months. Most recently, Tempo Counter was updated on September 14, 2026 and Spatializer on September 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*