# Simple Metronome

> A free, stable tempo metronome with no ads and no permissions!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.ethanbrown.android.SimpleMetronome](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.ethanbrown.android.SimpleMetronome)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.ethanbrown.android.SimpleMetronome`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ethan Brown
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 617,254
- **Rating:** 4.71 / 5 (2,803 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.10.14
- **Last updated:** 2020-09-06
- **First published:** 2011-05-08
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ethanbrown.android.SimpleMetronome)
- **Website:** [http://wheresthegig.com](http://wheresthegig.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://ethanbrown.org/privacy.html](http://ethanbrown.org/privacy.html)

## Description

**Simple Metronome** is a free, ad-free Chrome extension designed to provide a stable and reliable tempo for musicians. Unlike many free metronome apps, it runs without distracting advertisements, making it perfect for users who want focused practice or performance without interruptions.

Key features include a stable tempo with accented first beats, ability to store favorite tempos for quick recall, and background operation that works alongside other audio apps. It requires minimal permissions, only access to Power Management to keep the screen on when needed, ensuring privacy and security. Additionally, visual click support allows silent operation.

Provided by WheresTheGig.com, Simple Metronome is an ideal tool for musicians, educators, and students seeking a straightforward, dependable metronome experience in their browser.

## Rankings

- #89,395 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise Simple Metronome for being ad-free, easy to use, and reliable. Users value its straightforward interface, quick tap tempo, and the ability to keep things simple without distracting features. The app earns praise for performing exactly what it promises and serving well for guitar practice and other instruments. A few users note a desire for more customization (e.g., accent-beat sounds) and typical minor irritations, but overall the consensus is that this is a clean, dependable metronome with strong value for free.

### Pros

- No ads
- Very easy to use
- Tap tempo for precise timing
- Reliable and does what it promises
- Minimal distractions with a clean interface

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.ethanbrown.android.SimpleMetronome)