NYCNoise Monitor

NYCNoise Monitor

NYC - DEP

12 ratings
7 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 24, 2025
  • July 7, 2026

Features

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About

This utility anonymously monitors environmental noise levels in New York City using your phone's sensors. It analyzes sound intensity and frequency without recording audio, contributing to efforts to reduce noise pollution and improve the urban soundscape.

Measures environmental noise levels (dBA)
Analyzes noise by frequency (Hz)
Ensures user anonymity
Supports DEP noise monitoring
Easy-to-use interface
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What's New in NYCNoise Monitor

1.0.8

July 7, 2026

Bug fixes and performance improvements

User reviews

Don’t work

Neighbors still playing loud music

“Readings not used for enforcement”

So the city gets noise data and takes no action?

What’s next? Get a 911 call and do nothing?

Inaccurate

Nice idea but not accurate. Said my dead quiet living room was at 72db. Which is the equivalent of a vacuum cleaner.

Useless

This app turns on when I tap it only once out of 20 times. And when it does work, it takes so long to activate that the sirens or noisy car has already passed.

Why Do You Have To select type?

I don’t understand why user has to select type of noise. How long does it record? Not actually sure where data goes & if there’s any point.

FAQ

Does NYCNoise Monitor record audio?

No, NYCNoise Monitor does not record any audio or voices. It analyzes noise levels (dBA) based on frequency (Hz) using your phone's built-in sensors without capturing personal sound data.

Is my data anonymous when using NYCNoise Monitor?

Yes, the app ensures full anonymity. Noise data is captured in real-time and anonymized, meaning no personal information is ever collected, exposed, or shared with the Department of Environmental Protection.

What is the purpose of NYCNoise Monitor?

The app's purpose is to help the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) collect noise data across New York City. This data contributes to efforts to reduce noise pollution, protect public health, and promote a quieter urban environment.

On which devices can I use NYCNoise Monitor?

NYCNoise Monitor is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to run on iOS platforms.

How often is NYCNoise Monitor updated?

The latest version of NYCNoise Monitor is 1.0.5, and it was last updated on November 24, 2025. Updates typically address performance improvements and bug fixes.

What is the age rating for NYCNoise Monitor?

NYCNoise Monitor has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged four and older.

What is the user rating for NYCNoise Monitor?

NYCNoise Monitor has a user rating of 2.4 stars based on 10 ratings. This suggests that user satisfaction with the app is currently mixed.

Does NYCNoise Monitor have ads?

No, NYCNoise Monitor does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use and does not display any promotional content.