MetroPacer

Running cadence metronome — support

Contact us

Questions, bugs, or feedback? Email metropacer@gmail.com.
We aim to reply within 2 business days.

Frequently asked questions

How do I play the beat over my music or podcast?

Open your audio app (Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Podcasts, etc.) and press play there first. Then switch to MetroPacer and press Start. The metronome click layers on top of your audio.

What cadence should I aim for?

Many runners target around 170–180 steps per minute (SPM), but the right number depends on your height, speed, and running style. Use the presets (160/170/190) as a starting point, or tap Tap Tempo while running to match your natural cadence, then nudge it up gradually.

What's the difference between SPM and BPM?

For running they're the same number here: one beat equals one step. "Steps per minute" is the running term; "beats per minute" is the metronome term. MetroPacer supports 20–300.

I can't hear the click when I run outside.

Open Options and turn on Flash (the screen pulses on every beat) and/or Vibrate (a haptic tap on each step). You can also raise the independent Beat Volume so the click sits louder against your music.

Does the beat keep playing when I lock my phone?

Yes. MetroPacer uses background audio so the beat continues while your screen is off or you're in another app.

What is Tap Tempo?

Tap the Tap Tempo button in rhythm a few times and MetroPacer sets the cadence to match your taps. Great for capturing your current stride rate without guessing a number.

Privacy

MetroPacer collects no personal data. All your settings (cadence, sound, volume, and feedback preferences) are stored locally on your device and never leave it. There are no accounts, no tracking, and no analytics.