MetroGnome Pro vs BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MetroGnome Pro
This app transforms music practice for children into an engaging experience with a friendly animated character and visual cues. It offers professional-grade accuracy with adjustable tempos and customizable beats, making rhythm practice fun and effective for young musicians.
- Animated gnome and dancing bees for visual engagement
- Adjustable tempo with traditional Italian markings
- Customizable beats per minute and measures
- Visual, silent, and full practice modes
- Crystal-clear sound with measure bell
- Distraction-free interface with one-tap controls
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Is Music Practice Becoming a Daily Battle? Every parent knows the struggle: your child sits down to practice, loses the rhythm, gets frustrated, and suddenly "just 10 more minutes" feels impossible. Traditional metronomes are boring, intimidating mechanical devices that make practice feel like punishment rather than play. There's a better way! Meet MetroGnome: Where Rhythm Meets Imagination MetroGnome isn't just another metronome app—it's your child's new practice companion. With our friendly animated gnome and dancing bees, we've transformed the world's most essential music tool into an engaging, visual experience that children actually want to use. Watch the magic happen: * Our charming gnome moves perfectly in time with every beat * Playful bees land on his nose with each measure, making bars visible and fun * Visual + audio learning keeps kids focused and engaged * Professional-grade accuracy meets kid-friendly design Why Music Teachers & Parents Choose MetroGnome: Proven Results "Since using MetroGnome in our music school, children actually ask to practice with it!" — Music School Director, Germany Complete Control * Adjustable tempo from Largo to Presto (traditional Italian markings included) * Customize beats per minute and measures * Perfect for piano, guitar, violin, drums, and all instruments Smart Design for Young Learners * Visual mode: Gnome closes his eyes—perfect for developing internal rhythm * Silent mode: Gnome covers his ears—great for quiet practice or rhythm reading * Full mode: Combines sight and sound for maximum learning Crystal-Clear Sound Quality Each beat delivers professional-grade audio with a distinctive measure bell that cuts through any instrument—loud enough to hear over piano or drums! Universal Compatibility Works seamlessly on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Start practice on Mac, continue on iPad—your settings sync automatically. Join 50,000+ Happy Musical Families * "It's loud enough that I can hear it over the piano. Easy to use too." — Bonk222, USA * "It's interesting and creative. Love it!" — smithchloe, UK * "All children love MetroGnome!" — Music School, Germany * "很好用" (Very useful!) — China Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't: Traditional Tempo Names * Largo, Adagio, Andante, Moderato, Allegro, Presto * Learn proper musical terminology while practicing Distraction-Free Interface * One-tap controls your child can master instantly * No complicated menus or settings to overwhelm Multi-Device Freedom * Practice at home on Mac * Take lessons with iPhone * Silent practice on iPad Educational Design * Bee counter teaches measure structure * Visual beat indicators develop sight-reading skills * Builds independence and confidence Better practice = Faster progress = More confidence = Lasting love of music. Ready to Transform Practice Time? Buy it now! And Experience the full magic.
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
This app helps DJs and producers identify the beats per minute (BPM) of music tracks. It also suggests over 200 electronic music subgenres based on tempo, aiding in setlist creation and music production.
- Tap to measure BPM
- Over 200 electronic music subgenres
- Genre suggestions based on tempo
- Color-shifting interface based on tempo
- Tempo Strobe feature
- Unlockable Themes & Icons
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EDM BPM is an accurate BPM counter that reveals 200+ subgenres of electronic music based on genre and BPM. Become a more dynamic EDM DJ or Producer! "Perfect response time. Love the genre list. Can't wait to use it when I hear something I want to sample. So dope" "Finally a well designed and legit BPM app!" "Excellent app!" “I'm always opening up this app to tap out a song BPM. Work every time! And it's nice lookin too! I also like how the background pulses with the tempo u tap out. Nice job EDM team!” “Does exactly what it does, and even shows the genres. Great app!” Tap the beat of a track to display the BPM, along with tempo-relevant genres and subgenres in an easy and intuitive interface. From bedroom producer to festival DJ, EDM BPM will add some kick (pun absolutely intended) to an otherwise boring task of counting beats. ● DJS: Transition your Progressive Trance DJ set into some Atmospheric Breaks. At 131 BPM, you’ll keep the crowd on their toes while avoiding the dreaded beat-gallop. From Ambient to Hardcore, DJ's will benefit from genre suggestions to spice up their sets while keeping the dance floor hot and sweaty. ● PRODUCERS: Add a genre-traversing Minimal Techno breakdown to your latest Tribal House production. Crack the top charts with your next track! ● EDM ENTHUSIASTS: With over 200 subgenres, discover new styles in a tempo range you're comfortable with. If Balearic Beat is your favorite, you might love some Illbient or Ambient Goa. FEATURES: » OVER 200 subgenres of electronic music under 10 genres including House, Trance, Techno, Drum & Bass, Downtempo, Ambient and more. » Tap on any subgenere to learn more about it! » Swipe the BPM counter to reset and tap a new track. » Color-shifting interface based on tempo (option for static background within the app’s settings). » Unlock Themes & Icons! Customize the look. » Tempo Strobe feature flashes the background to the BPM* » Tap button ripple effect. » Bar counter records the lifetime amount of 4/4 bars you’ve tapped. » Change the BPM decimals to 0, 1 or 2. » Share functionality to let your friends in on your taps. Subgenres include: Dark Ambient, Future Rave, Lo-Fi Hip Hop, Phonk, Lounge, Trip-Hop, Acid Jazz, Trap, Moombahton, Grime, Dubstep, Tropical House, Deep House, Nu-disco, Future House, Bass House, Trouse, Big Beat, Baltimore Club, Miami Bass, Detroit Techno, Minimal, Acid Techno, Dark Trance, Progressive Psy Trance, Uplifting Trance, Darkpsy, Jungle, Liquid Funk, Neurofunk, Techstep, Trancecore, Hardstyle, Jumpstyle, UK Hardcore, Mákina, Freeform, Gabber, Industrial, and many more. *DISCLAIMER: If you are sensitive to flashing screens, do not enable the Tempo Strobe setting. Strobe intensity decreases the faster the tempo gets.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM at Free against MetroGnome Pro's $0.99. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 33%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). MetroGnome Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On 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
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM is free to download; MetroGnome Pro costs $0.99 up front. BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. MetroGnome Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | MetroGnome Pro | BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.6 (919 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 65.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 919 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Max Schlee | Too Much Wasabi, LLC |
Customer experience
MetroGnome Pro
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
Bugs and requests
MetroGnome Pro
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
Reported bugs
3 issues- Ads covering app functionality
- Inconsistent BPM readings
- Inability to use app without payment
Requested features
5 requests- Automatic BPM detection
- More music genre support
- Reset or clear function
- Apple Watch integration
- Localization to other languages
In-app purchases
MetroGnome Pro
No in-app purchases
BPM Counter App ∎∎ EDM BPM
- Unlock All Themes$2.99
- Unlock App Icons$2.99
- Unlock Everything$2.99
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- Unlock All Genres$2.99
- Remove Ads$3.99
- Unlock Everything$4.99
Questions
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