# DoubleTime Metronome vs RealPlay

The clearest difference is price: RealPlay at Free against DoubleTime Metronome's $2.99. RealPlay also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 29 months) and ratings volume (172 vs 6). DoubleTime Metronome's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (89% vs 73%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

RealPlay is free to download; DoubleTime Metronome costs $2.99 up front. RealPlay sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per month. DoubleTime Metronome asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for DoubleTime Metronome against 4.8 for RealPlay. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RealPlay has 172 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of DoubleTime Metronome's written reviews are positive against 73% of RealPlay's.

DoubleTime Metronome ships an update every 29 months, RealPlay every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DoubleTime Metronome | RealPlay |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doubletime-metronome/id906075106/reviews) | **[4.8 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realplay/id6760606889/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **172** |
| Positive reviews | **88.9% of reviews** | 73.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 29 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Size | 6 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dan Tepfer](https://appshunter.io/developer/906075109) | [RealPlay LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885286626) |

## What reviewers say

### DoubleTime Metronome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doubletime-metronome/id906075106)

This metronome app helps musicians develop their timing and groove. Its unique DOUBLE button allows for gradual tempo increases, aiding in practice. Designed by a professional musician for precision.

**Highlights:** Precise timing mechanism, Unique DOUBLE button for tempo extension, Gradual click distance increase, Designed by a professional musician, Aids in developing groove

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### RealPlay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realplay/id6760606889)

Practice music with authentic backing tracks performed by professional musicians. Customize tempo, key, and mix for focused learning. Features over 100 standard chord progressions with an expanding library.

**Highlights:** Authentic backing tracks, 100+ standard chord progressions, Real-time tempo adjustment, Instrument isolation and mixing, Instant transposition to all keys

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RealPlay Pro Monthly | $3.29 | per month |
| RealPlay Pro Yearly | $21.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DoubleTime Metronome free?

DoubleTime Metronome costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RealPlay free?

RealPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DoubleTime Metronome or RealPlay?

RealPlay is rated higher. DoubleTime Metronome averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while RealPlay averages 4.8 from 172 ratings.

### Do DoubleTime Metronome or RealPlay have ads?

Neither DoubleTime Metronome nor RealPlay shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DoubleTime Metronome or RealPlay?

DoubleTime Metronome ships an update every 29 months, and RealPlay every 5 days. Most recently, DoubleTime Metronome was updated on November 1, 2026 and RealPlay on November 5, 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.*