Comparison

Vibration Detector vs VibeUnits

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vibration Detector

This app transforms your device into a high-grade vibration analyzer. It measures and records vibrations across three axes, offering real-time monitoring, customizable thresholds, and data logging for mechanical health analysis.

Highlights
  • Real-time vibration monitoring
  • Dual-threshold logic for logging and alarming
  • Data logging with timestamps
  • Stealth mode for battery saving
  • Multi-unit support (g, in/s, mm/s)
  • Intuitive one-handed UI
Features
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Vibration detector or Seismograph uses accelearation sensor to measure vibration or an earthquake, and it shows a reference as a seismic detector. Detect vibration and record it. Vibration detector transforms your iPhone into a high-grade industrial vibration analyzer. Built for technicians, engineers, and DIY enthusiasts, this app leverages the advanced MEMS accelerometer in your device to monitor, alarm, and log mechanical health in real-time. Vibration Detector or Vibration Meter measures vibrations using your device’s sensors on all 3 axes: X, Y, Z and shows reference to earthquake vibrations (seismograph, body tremor, seismometer). Vibration Meter can also be called seismograph or seismometer when used for measuring seismic activity. Features: - Record vibrations with time and date. - Set a vibration level threshold for recording. - Play a sound when the vibration threshold is reached. - Dim screen option for battery saving. - Lightweight app with a small size, optimized for everyday use. - Real-Time Precision Monitoring Get instant readouts of vibration magnitude. Our sensor fusion algorithm filters out gravity to give you the most accurate "true vibration" data across X, Y, and Z axes. - Multi-Unit Support Switch seamlessly between industry-standard units. Whether you prefer G-Force (g), Velocity in inches per second (in/s), or millimeters per second (mm/s), the app converts all data and thresholds instantly. - Dual-Threshold Logic Total control over your data. Set a Log Threshold to automatically record peaks for later analysis, and a separate Alarm Threshold to trigger a system-standard audible warning when vibrations reach critical levels. - The "Vibration Sheet" (Data Logger) Every significant event is timestamped and recorded in a dedicated history sheet. Manage your data with ease using swipe-to-delete or the "Clear All" function for new sessions. - Stealth "Detach" Mode Designed for long-term monitoring. Tap the Dim button to turn the screen completely black and drop brightness to zero. This saves battery and prevents screen burn-in while the device is taped or clamped to machinery. A single tap brings the UI back instantly. - Intuitive "Bottom-Control" UI Engineered for one-handed use in the field. All sliders, unit toggles, and start buttons are positioned at the bottom of the screen, keeping the massive center readout unobstructed. How to Use 1. Mount: Secure your iPhone firmly to the surface you wish to measure. 2. Set: Adjust your Log and Alarm sliders based on your required sensitivity. 3. Start: Hit "Start Monitoring" to begin the live feed. 4. Dim: If recording for a long period, tap the Moon icon to enter Stealth Mode. 5. Review: Open the Vibration History sheet to analyze the captured peaks and timestamps. *This is a universal app that work for both iPhone and iPad. Thanks for your support and do visit nitrio.com for more apps for your iOS devices.

About

VibeUnits

This utility app converts between various amplitude units used in vibration analysis. It supports common units like mils, microns, ips, mm/s, G's, and m/s² in RMS, peak-peak, and 0-peak formats. Note that conversions for D-V-A apply only to single-frequency vibrations.

Highlights
  • Converts mils RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Converts microns RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Converts ips RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Converts mm/s RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Converts G's RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Converts m/s² RMS, peak-peak, 0-peak
  • Supports D-V-A conversions for sinusoidal waves
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VibeUnits is a conversion calculator of the most commonly used amplitude units in vibration analysis. Converts to and from the following units: - mils RMS - mils peak-peak - mils 0-peak - microns RMS - microns peak-peak - microns 0-peak - ips RMS - ips peak-peak - ips 0-peak - mm/s RMS - mm/s peak-peak - mm/s 0-peak - G's RMS - G's peak-peak - G's 0-peak - m/s² RMS - m/s² peak-peak - m/s² 0-peak Note: the vibration equations used for changing units between D-V-A, only apply to vibration occurring at a discrete frequency (sinusoidal waves).

Screenshots

Vibration Detector4 screens
VibeUnits1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VibeUnits at Free against Vibration Detector's $2.99. VibeUnits also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

VibeUnits is free to download; Vibration Detector costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VibeUnits holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Vibration Detector versus VibeUnits: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVibration DetectorVibeUnits
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 53 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1610.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNitrioB&D Industrial Inc

Customer experience

Vibration Detector

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

VibeUnits

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Vibration Detector

No in-app purchases

None

VibeUnits

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vibration Detector free?
Vibration Detector costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VibeUnits free?
VibeUnits is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vibration Detector or VibeUnits?
VibeUnits is rated higher. Vibration Detector averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while VibeUnits averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.
Do Vibration Detector or VibeUnits have ads?
Neither Vibration Detector nor VibeUnits shows ads.

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