Step In Time vs Pyware 3D
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Step In Time
This music player allows users to adjust song tempo and jump to specific sections for practice. It supports importing music, wireless controls, and background playback. Advanced features and unlimited library access are available via in-app purchases.
- Adjust tempo on-the-fly
- Set 6 configurable speed presets
- Drop and manage pins for song sections
- Import songs from iPod library and other apps
- Wireless control via media remotes and Bluetooth keyboards
- Background playback and lock screen disable
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Your time is precious, especially during rehearsals where every minute counts. You need to work on your routine and not worry about the equipment. Step In Time is the music player that was designed with this in mind from the ground up. Easily change the tempo or jump to specific parts of the music. -=[ Features ]=- Easy Speed Control + Change the speed on-the-fly as music is playing + Quickly set the speed to 6 configurable preset values + Use the dial to fine tune the exact speed you're looking for Pins + No more wasting time searching for the right phrase of music + Easily drop a pin by tapping on the scrubber + Just as easily, you can slide a pin up to remove it Easily Import Songs + Quick and simple import of songs from your iPod library + Import mp3 or m4a music from other apps or even mail attachments Wireless Controls + Media remotes and presentation remotes can be used to wireless pause/play the music. + Bluetooth keyboards can also control the speed remotely Additional Conveniences + This app has been Superpowered + Plays music in the background + Automatically disables lock screen while music is playing + Convenient volume and AirPlay controls to wirelessly send the music to an Apple TV or Bluetooth device The free version is fully useable for any length of song, but limits you to one song in your library at a time. More songs and advanced features are available through In-App Purchases. Additional features available with In-App Purchase include: - Export songs to M4A with arbitrary speed - Quickly disable the lock screen - Easily force the screen to stay up-side-down or right-side-up - Any purchase will disable all advertising - An even more convenient way to add or edit pins - Choose from 5 different pin colors Notes: - This app only supports DRM-free music. Some older music (ie. music you purchased before ~2009) may not work. - Upside-down operation is not availble on iPhone X (this is an Apple restriction) Requires iOS 17.2 and above Please let me know how well Step In Time works for you by emailing: danny@sungheroes.com
Pyware 3D
This application is a leading tool for creating marching band drill routines. It's used by ensembles globally, from high schools to major professional events. Design shows on the go with cross-device license access.
- Marching show routine development
- Drill design
- Cross-device license access
- Used for major events
- Available in 3 editions
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Pyware 3D, the most trusted, utilized, and dynamic name in drill design, is used by ensembles across the world to develop marching show routines. Since inception in 1982, Pyware has been recognized as the leader in drill design software. The software is not only a staple for high school and collegiate marching bands, but also used for major events like the Super Bowl halftime shows, Olympics opening and closing ceremonies, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Available in 3 editions, Pyware 3D can be used for ensembles of any size or skill. Access your Pyware license on a desktop, laptop, or mobile device to design drill on the go!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Step In Time at 71% against Pyware 3D's 0%. Step In Time also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (19 vs 5). Pyware 3D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Step In Time sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Pyware 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.
Step In Time holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Step In Time's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pyware 3D's.
Step In Time ships an update every 2 months, Pyware 3D fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Step In Time | Pyware 3D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (19 ratings) — better | 1.8 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 70.6% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 19 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 357 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Danny Sung | Pygraphics, Inc. |
Customer experience
Step In Time
Pyware 3D
In-app purchases
Step In Time
- 3 Song Slots$0.99
- Dancer's Bundle$3.99
- Choreographer's Bundle$9.99
Pyware 3D
No in-app purchases
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