MetroGnome

What MetroGnome is

MetroGnome is an iPhone and iPad app that combines a metronome, rhythm-pattern editor, and instrument tuner. The metronome runs from 20 to 300 BPM and offers tap tempo, customizable meters, subdivisions, and nine synthesized tick sounds. Each beat can be changed live to a strong, medium, normal, or silent accent. For flamenco practice, the app includes eleven palos with traditional accent cycles that can be edited during playback. Its pattern editor supports unlimited measures, mixed time signatures, rests, tuplets, repeats, tempo changes, and real staff notation. The tuner covers 60 instrument tunings across five families, along with a chromatic Any Note mode and 16 historical reference pitches. The metronome, editor, and tuner work offline on-device without an account or login. Playback continues while the screen is locked or another app is open. The free plan is ad-supported; Remove Ads Forever costs $4.99, paid once. The app requires iOS 17 or later; Android is coming soon.

Who it suits

MetroGnome suits musicians who want tempo practice, rhythm-pattern creation, and instrument tuning in one iPhone or iPad app. Its offline operation may also suit practice without an account or network connection.

Limits

The free plan is ad-supported. The 4.99 USD one-time purchase removes banner and interstitial ads; the app is currently available on iPhone and iPad with iOS 17 or later.

Getting started

1. Visit the MetroGnome website.
2. Install the app on an iPhone or iPad running iOS 17 or later.
3. Use the free plan, which is supported by ads.
4. Optionally make the one-time 4.99 USD in-app purchase to remove banner and interstitial ads.

Verdict

MetroGnome combines practice and tuning tools with detailed rhythm editing, including flamenco accent cycles. The free plan includes ads, while a one-time 4.99 USD purchase removes them.