Best Light Meter alternatives: apps like Light Meter: Lux &amp; Brightness

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Whether you want more options like Light Meter or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Light Meter

Lux Meter: Light Measurement by Phuc Pham

Foot-Candle, EV & Brightness

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Light Meter: Plant Lux & PPFD by Phuc Pham

Houseplant Sunlight Finder

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Lux Meter – Light Meter by Alper Sumer Guc

Illuminance, EV & foot-candle

Worth Considering

4.6(7 ratings)

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This tool transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter, measuring illuminance in lux and foot-candles in real-time. It offers exposure calculations, color temperature estimates, and various presets for different use cases, all while working offline and without ads.

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Illuminance for photo & plants

LUX Meter - Light Meter

Lux and foot-candle readingsLighting target presetsLive brightness scale

This app measures ambient light levels in lux or foot-candles using your iPhone camera. It provides instant feedback on whether a space is too dim, comfortable, or bright enough for various tasks and offers calibration options.

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Lux Light Meter · Photometer

Lux · EV · Plant Light Check

Measure light in lux, foot-candles, and EVEstimate PPFD and DLI for plant growthFour measuring modes: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Photo

Measure ambient light in various units like lux, foot-candles, and EV using your device's camera. It offers specialized modes for plant lighting, indoor and outdoor environments, and photography, with historical data and export options.

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Illuminance Meter: Lux PPFD

Foot Candle, Kelvin, Exposure

Real-time lux measurement with live gaugePhotography mode for exposure value (EV) calculationPlant light mode with recommendations

Transform your iPhone into a professional light meter to measure illuminance in lux or foot-candles. Ideal for photographers, plant enthusiasts, and workplace safety, it provides instant, accurate light readings with various specialized modes and data export options.

free with in-app purchases

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Light Room Meter: Lux & PPFD

Luma Lighting & Plant Care

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LuxMeasure: Light Meter

by Blayzelab, MB

Real-time lux measurementFoot-candle conversionFront and back camera support

Instantly measure light intensity using your iPhone camera. Get accurate, real-time illuminance readings with no ads, tracking, or account required. Features include session statistics, live charts, and offline functionality.

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free