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Metrognomicon vs The Metronome by Soundbrenner

Both stand on metronome apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Metrognomicon

Free plan iPhone

Metrognomicon offers sequenced tempo changes, adjustable segment lengths, and offline operation at no cost. Its platform is limited to iPhone.

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Choose 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. Look elsewhere if you need polyrhythm support or DAW synchronization outside Ableton Link.

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The facts

	Metrognomicon	The Metronome by Soundbrenner
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	iPhone	Android, iPhone, Mac
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Free or on request
Plans published	1	2
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	metrognomicon.com	soundbrenner.com
On metronome apps	#10 of 26	#14 of 26

Metrognomicon: what it does well

Sequences can loop or stop after one play
Set segment lengths by beats or time
Tempo spans 40 to 240 BPM
Six click sounds and three listed themes
Sequences and preferences stay on the device

What to know first

Only available for iPhone
No Android platform is listed

The Metronome by Soundbrenner: what it does well

Core app features are free.
Supports tempos up to 400 BPM, tap tempo, subdivisions, and custom time signatures.
Song library supports setlists and link sharing.
Practice history includes session reviews, streaks, and calendar progress.
Ableton Link syncs over Wi-Fi with Ableton Live and other Link-enabled apps.

What to know first

Polyrhythm support is not available.
DAW synchronization outside Ableton Link was discontinued.
macOS support requires macOS 13 Ventura or later on Apple silicon Macs.

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