Andante
Andante is a music practice companion for iOS and macOS that combines session logging, practice tools, reflection, and progress tracking.
What Andante is
Andante is a music practice companion for iOS and macOS that combines session logging, practice tools, reflection, and progress tracking. Users can time a session with the app or add it manually. Tools include a metronome, drone tuner, audio recording, notes, and practice reminders. A journal supports recording mood and focus along with thoughts, plans, and ideas. Charts, goals, and streaks help track practice over time, and the app supports repertoire management and recording review. Practice data is stored locally and backed up to private iCloud by default. Session sharing and reactions with friends are optional; turning on sharing uploads some data to Andante’s server, and the app can otherwise remain offline. Users can export practice data as CSV, while Pro users can export the practice log and create unlimited profiles. The app is free to download with in-app purchases available; Andante Pro costs 2.99 USD once. Compatibility requires iOS 17 or later, iPadOS 17 or later, or macOS 14 or later on an Apple M1 or later Mac.
Good
- Sessions can be timed or added manually.
- Includes metronome, tuner, recording, and reminders.
- Charts, goals, and streaks track practice progress.
- Practice data is stored locally by default.
- CSV export is available.
Watch out
- Requires iOS 17, iPadOS 17, or specified Mac compatibility.
- The maker is not currently developing an Android version.
- Friend sharing uploads some data to Andante’s server.
- Andante Pro costs 2.99 USD once.
Who it suits
Andante suits musicians who want to log practice sessions, reflect on them, and track progress with goals and streaks. It is for users of compatible iOS or macOS devices; the maker says it is not currently developing an Android version.
Verdict
Andante combines practice tools with logging, reflection, and progress tracking, with local storage and optional friend sharing. Check device compatibility and the one-time Pro price if its additional listed export and profile features matter to you.
Plans and prices
From Andante's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free download; in-app purchases available |
| Andante Pro | $2.99, paid once | Andante Pro unlock; specific included features not listed with the price |
| Andante Pro | $17.99 a year | In-app purchase; billing period not stated on the page |
| Andante Pro | $24.99 a month | In-app purchase; billing period not stated on the page |
The facts
Each one read from Andante's own pages, with the date it was checked.
Where it runs
- Android availability
- The maker says it is not currently developing an Android version and is focused on improving the iOS app.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Device integrations
- The App Store description lists Siri Shortcuts, Home Screen and Control Widgets, Calendar syncing, and iCloud sync.checked 7 Oct 2026
What it does
- Compatibility
- The App Store listing requires iOS 17 or later for iPhone and iPadOS 17 or later for iPad, and lists Mac compatibility with macOS 14 or later and Apple M1 or later.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Diagnostics
- The privacy policy says Mixpanel collects anonymous usage information and Sentry is used for anonymous crash diagnostics.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Export
- Users can export practice data as a CSV file, and Andante Pro users can export the practice log.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Friend sharing
- Sharing practice sessions with friends and reacting to sessions is optional; the app can remain offline.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Practice and journal data are stored locally and backed up to private iCloud by default; friend sharing uploads some data to Andante’s server when enabled.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Profile limit
- Andante Pro users can create unlimited profiles.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Progress tracking
- Charts, goals, and streaks help users track practice progress.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Andante is a music practice companion that combines session tracking, a metronome, and motivation features.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Reflection
- The app lets users track mood and focus and write thoughts, plans, notes, and ideas in a journal.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Session logging
- Users can practice with a timer and practice tools or add sessions manually.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Tools
- Listed features include audio recording, a metronome, timer, drone tuner, notes, and practice reminders.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Maker
- The App Store description identifies the developer as Miles, a violinist who originally made Andante to help with his own practice.checked 7 Oct 2026
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