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Best Metronome Apps in 2026
A steady pulse can support practice, rehearsal, or playing, and these apps differ in how much control they give you over that pulse. The ranking compares maximum BPM, tap tempo, subdivision control, custom time signatures, and polyrhythm support. Metronome Beats, PolyMetronome, and The Metronome by Soundbrenner are the first entries, with Yames and Bounce Metronome Pro next. Consider which rhythmic controls match the music you work on, then check offline mode and platform coverage for where you need to use an app. Free plan availability and paid-from pricing provide additional points of comparison.
- 26 apps
- Research read 23 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
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Avidemux
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1 - 2
Easy Metronome
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Easy Metronome combines detailed beat controls with a long practice timer and several sound options. The app is free to download, while extra sound packs are optional purchases.
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Bounce Metronome Pro
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsBounce Metronome Pro brings visual cues and extensive rhythm and tempo controls into a practice tool. Note the trial behavior and platform details before relying on it.
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MagicBPM
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1MagicBPM combines microphone-based tempo readings, a configurable metronome, and song identification. It is not an audio-file analyzer, and song identification has connectivity and routing limits.
- 5
Metronome Beats
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Metronome Beats combines tempo controls with mobile practice tools and programmable drum patterns.
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Chronal
Free plan AndroidChoose Chronal if you want a free Android app with detailed rhythm controls, instrument tuning, and microphone BPM detection. It is a fit for beginners and advanced musicians alike.
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Metronome+
Free plan iPhoneMacChoose Metronome+ if you want a practice app that combines tempo tools with tuning, setlists, recording, and pitch playback.
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Metronome Time
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebMetronome Time combines tempo and rhythm controls with practice tools and offline use.
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MetroGnome
Free plan iPhoneMetroGnome 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.
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Metrognomicon
Free plan iPhoneMetrognomicon offers sequenced tempo changes, adjustable segment lengths, and offline operation at no cost. Its platform is limited to iPhone.
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PolyMetronome
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 12
True Metronome
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1True Metronome combines a wide tempo range with practice tracking, browser access, and on-device Beat Detection. The free plan has a daily Tap Tempo limit, while Pro is a one-time purchase.
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Metronome Plus
Free plan iPhoneChoose Metronome Plus if you want a configurable metronome with practice, recording, and performance modes, plus saved rhythms and sound choices.
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The Metronome by Soundbrenner
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMacChoose The Metronome by Soundbrenner if you want a free metronome app that also tracks practice and organizes songs into shareable setlists. Plus adds cloud backup and library syncing across devices.
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Metsa
Free plan iPhoneChoose Metsa if you use an iPhone or iPad and want metronome practice built around changing meters, with a tuner available in Advanced mode.
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Pro Metronome
Free plan AndroidiPhonePro Metronome offers a free basic metronome and paid tools for more involved practice, including polyrhythms and tempo changes.
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Tempo by Frozen Ape
Free plan AndroidiPhoneTempo pairs metronome functions with setlists and practice tracking, though some listed tools are specific to iOS. Choose between the free Lite version and paid app with its stated in-app purchases.
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Yames
Free plan LinuxMacWindowsYames goes beyond basic timekeeping with jam parts, speed drills, setlists, and a beta practice coach. It is free, works offline, and is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
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Polytrome
Free plan WebPolytrome offers more than a fixed beat, with controls for changing song sections, tempo progression and audio. iOS users should account for the Silent Mode requirement when using metronome audio.
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Setlist Metronome
Free plan iPhoneChoose Setlist Metronome if you use iOS and want a free, offline metronome that organizes song settings into performance setlists.
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Yamaha Guitar Tuner
Free plan AndroidiPhoneYamaha Guitar Tuner offers straightforward preset and chromatic tuning, with alternate tunings and offline use.
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Desktop Metronome
Free trial WindowsDesktop Metronome offers tempo, meter, subdivision, and sound controls in a Windows practice tool. Consider the 14-day trial and the €15 as a one-time purchase before choosing it.
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Metronome Pro
Free trial iPhoneMacMetronome Pro combines a wide tempo range with detailed beat controls, SheetMusic and Apple Watch modes. The core download is paid, while continued SheetMusic access uses the listed subscriptions.
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Metronomics
Paid AndroidiPhoneMacMetronomics offers layered rhythm controls and practice tools, with additional integrations and export features in Pro. Android users should note that the Pro tier is Apple-only.
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GameTrainerLauncher
Paid WindowsChoose GameTrainerLauncher if you use Windows 10 or 11 and want a free desktop launcher for searching, downloading, and organizing game trainers.
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