Tentacle Setup vs Light Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tentacle Setup
This app allows you to control Tentacle SYNC E, TRACK E, and TIMEBAR devices via Bluetooth. It facilitates setting, syncing, and recording timecode for professional audio and video workflows. Simply turn on Bluetooth and follow the on-screen instructions to manage your devices.
- Device control via Bluetooth
- Set, sync, and record timecode
- Manage SYNC E, TRACK E, and TIMEBAR
- Intuitive on-screen instructions
- Streamlined workflow management
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Set. Sync. Record. Manage your Tentacle SYNC E timecode generator, TRACK E timecode audio recorder and TIMEBAR timecode display. Just turn on Bluetooth and follow the instructions. Have fun working with your Tentacles! Questions or suggestions? Contact us via support@tentaclesync.com
Light Meter
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Light Meter - LUX is a simple, accurate, and easy-to-use tool for measuring light intensity using your device. Whether you're at home, in the office, school, studio, or workplace, you can instantly measure ambient brightness in Lux (lx) or Foot-Candle (Fc) without purchasing an expensive light meter. Simply place your device where you want to measure the light level, and the app instantly displays real-time illuminance values. Light Meter - LUX helps you maintain suitable lighting conditions for reading, studying, photography, plant growth, workplace environments, and everyday activities. Key Features Measure light intensity in Lux (lx) and Foot-Candle (Fc) Real-time light sensor readings Switch between analog and digital meter interfaces Sensor calibration for improved accuracy Start, pause, and reset measurements View minimum, maximum, and average values View charts and visual statistics Automatically save measurement history Share measurement results with others Customize maximum meter values Simple, clean, and easy-to-use interface Works offline with no internet connection required Why Use Light Meter - LUX? Proper lighting is important for productivity, photography, indoor plants, classrooms, workplaces, and everyday activities. Light Meter - LUX makes it easy to check brightness levels wherever you are. Measure light intensity quickly and conveniently with your iPhone or iPad. Download Light Meter - LUX today and measure light intensity anytime, anywhere. Contact Us Email: dharmik.azzure@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Light Meter at every 2 days against Tentacle Setup's every 4 weeks. Tentacle Setup's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Tentacle Setup ships an update every 4 weeks, Light Meter every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tentacle Setup | Light Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tentacle Sync GmbH | Dharmik Ghori |
In-app purchases
Tentacle Setup
No in-app purchases
Light Meter
No in-app purchases
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