Tap tempo: find the BPM
Use tap tempo to find the BPM of a song. Tap the button in time with the beat.
The page shows the average of your last taps. Then you can press Start to hear the tempo as a click.
100
BPM
Andante
Keys: Space starts and stops. Up and Down change the tempo. Shift makes the step 10. T taps.
Stopped at 100 BPM, Andante.
How to use it
- Play the song. Listen for the beat you would tap with your foot.
- Press Tap tempo on each beat. You can also press the T key.
- Watch the BPM. It becomes more steady as you tap.
- Press Start to check the click against the song.
How tap tempo works
The page measures the time between your taps. It uses the average of the last taps to find the BPM.
After 2 seconds with no tap, the count starts again. Tap twice to get a first number.
Tips for a good result
Tap at least four times. More taps give a steadier number.
Tap on the main beat and not on every small note.
If the number is half or double what you expect, use the plus and minus buttons to check the other tempo.
Other free tools for study
Plan your study time with the Pomodoro timer. Practice your speed and accuracy with the typing test. Both tools are free and run in your browser.
Questions
How many times do I tap?
Four taps are enough for a first number. Keep tapping for a steadier one.
Why did the count start again?
The count starts again after 2 seconds with no tap. Tap again to start a new count.
How do I find the BPM of a song?
Listen to the song and tap on each beat. Tap the beat that you would clap or tap with your foot.
Can I tap with the keyboard?
Yes. Press the T key. The key does not work while you type in a field.