# Optical Power Meter

> Remote control for Thorlabs PM160 series optical power meters via Bluetooth. (iPhone/iPad app by Thorlabs GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/optical-power-meter/id665941154 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thorlabs GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/662121683)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-07-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/optical-power-meter/id665941154/reviews.md

## What is Optical Power Meter?

The Thorlabs Powermeter App is designed to remote control the PM160 series handheld optical power meters via Bluetooth® connection. This application allows the user to read the optical power from a large needle gauge, supported by a 5 digit display with additional minimum and maximum readings. Basic settings like wavelength correction and zeroing can be performed directly from your mobile device.

The app requires a Bluetooth® paired device.

Supported Power Meters:
- Thorlabs PM160
- Thorlabs PM160T

## Key features

- Remote control via Bluetooth
- Large needle gauge display
- 5-digit power reading
- Minimum and maximum readings
- Wavelength correction
- Zeroing function

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/optical-power-meter/id665941154/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work with newest iOS

*2021-06-22*

iOS won’t even let me open the app because it needs to be updated for the newer iOS version.

### 1/5 — Does nothing

*2014-03-24*

This is some sort of simulator, it does not actually do anything but just pretends.

### 1/5 — Demo only - not working for real

*2013-11-27*

Demo only - not working for real

### 1/5 — Mr

*2013-11-21*

Sorry but this app is garbage it's just a simulation. Total waste of download time.
Wyn O

## Frequently asked questions about Optical Power Meter

### What Thorlabs power meters does Optical Power Meter support?

Optical Power Meter supports the Thorlabs PM160 and Thorlabs PM160T handheld optical power meters. Ensure your device is Bluetooth paired.

### What settings can I adjust with Optical Power Meter?

You can perform basic settings adjustments directly from your mobile device, including wavelength correction and zeroing the power meter.

### How does Optical Power Meter display power readings?

The app features a large needle gauge for a visual representation of optical power, complemented by a precise 5-digit numerical display. It also tracks minimum and maximum readings.

### Is Optical Power Meter compatible with Android devices?

Optical Power Meter is currently available for iPhone and iPad. It is not listed as compatible with Android devices.

### How often is Optical Power Meter updated?

The latest version, 2.5, was released on July 9, 2021. Previous updates have been released periodically since its initial launch in 2013.

### What is the user rating for Optical Power Meter?

Optical Power Meter has a rating of 2.6 stars based on 5 user ratings. This suggests a mixed reception from its user base.

### Does Optical Power Meter have ads?

No, Optical Power Meter does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads.

### What is the age rating for Optical Power Meter?

Optical Power Meter has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 4 and above.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.5 — 2021-07-09

Overall improvements and fixes on new iOS devices.

### 2.1 — 2014-09-17

- synchronized visualization of sliders and text fields within the log settings dialog

### 2.0 — 2014-07-16

- added graph control
- reviewed GUI
- introduced logging to csv

### 1.0 — 2013-07-17

No release notes.

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