iPhone Metronomes

This is a terrific metronome. If you have used a Dr. Beat, you will be familiar with all of the features that Tempo offers. With tap tempo, subdivisions, accented downbeats, setlists, soundsets, and accuracy, this metronome is an essential app. The developer also offers a sequel, Tempo 2, but for my money the original Tempo is the better choice.

Steinway Metronome is a pretty standard metronome app that gives you a customizable utility for time keeping. With eight wood finishes and nine time settlings to choose from, you are bound to find the right settings for you with this app. Steinway Metronome also comes with visual indicators and tells you the musical term for the current tempo as well. If you are looking for a standard and simple metronome then look no further, as this great free app has you covered.

This full-featured Dr. Beat-style metronome with tap tempo and subdivisions has inconsistent tempos at the extreme slow and fast markings. This app is universal so it is also well-suited for the iPad.

This full-featured metronome is comparable to Tempo above, but not as reliable with tap feature. It includes 16 sounds and ability to save tempos.

Virtual Metronome is set up like a mixer for easy adjustments for tempo and subdivisions. Song settings may be saved for later retrieval. Accurate and capable for the professional musician. Also very affordable given its feature set.

Subdivisions and programmable sequencer are included for programming mixed meters. Very accurate and capable for the professional musician. However, the user interface could be more intuitive.

If you are a Dr. Beat fan then you will feel at home with Dr.Betotte TC. In addition to Dr. Beat standard features such as subdivisions and tap tempo, Dr.Betotte TC also includes swing feel, half-time feel, and can save your settings for your next practice session. However, one downside is that it is pricey compared to similar metronome apps.

Metronome TS is full of features including the ability to save and organize settings for specific pieces and group them by genre. The interface is user friendly, but the current version is plagued by instability and unexpected behavior.

This app is notable due to its feature of teaching conducting. In addition to providing a steady beat, the app shows graphically the conducting pattern for each meter. Additionally, you can fine tune the conducting patterns to reflect legato, staccato, or non-expressive styles. The pattern can also reflect the perspective of the conductor or the performer.

BPM provides a unique user interface and look. Functionality is solid, but subdivisions are noticeably absent.

Full-featured, subdivisions, and a tuner included, but doesn’t provide accurate and consistent tempo.

A throwback to metronomes of old, however beats can be unsteady.

Metronome - reloaded is similar to the old school Metronome above, except that it has a more modern skin. You can also type in the tempo you want.

Solid metronome but without all of the features of the notable apps. Does not include subdivisions or the ability for mixed meter. Also, only works in landscape mode, but is a decent metronome for the free price tag.

Beats - BPM is unique among metronome apps because it caters to the DJ. The app allows for DJ's to "push" or "pull" the tempo for syncing up songs and finding BPM (beats per minute). While the meters offered are limited, if you’re a DJ looking for a metronome app, you better check out Beats - BPM.