Comparison

Low Frequency Detector vs Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Low Frequency Detector

This tool measures and analyzes low-frequency sounds that are difficult for the human ear to detect. It helps identify potential noise pollution from sources like construction or factories, providing detailed reports on frequency components and sound levels.

Highlights
  • Low-frequency power level measurement (<100Hz)
  • Audible band power level measurement (Leq)
  • 1/3 octave band analysis (OCT)
  • FFT analysis (FFT)
  • Time course graph (TIME)
  • Measurement report generation
  • Calibration function
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"Low Frequency Detector" is an acoustic measurement tool for detecting low-frequency sounds that is hard to hear in normal situation. The human ear is not sensitive enough to low-frequency sounds. If you are exposed to noise from nearby construction or factories without realizing it, you may feel discomfort or a sense of pressure. In such cases, you can use this app to check what kind of low-frequency noise is present. Generally, low-frequency sounds is a sound wave ranging from 1Hz to 100Hz. Depending on its frequency component and sound level, the degree of influence on the human body and the noise sensation is different. This app allows you to examine the frequency component of low-frequency sounds by 1/3 octave band analysis and FFT analysis. Features: - Low-frequency power level measurement less than 100Hz (LF Level): Flat characteristic, Updating indication of measurement period 1 sec. - Power level measurement in the audible band (Leq): Flat characteristic, Updating indication of measurement period 200ms. - 1/3 octave band analysis (OCT) - FFT analysis (FFT) - Time course graph (TIME) - Snapshot (Snap) on the measurement display screen. - Report function (Report): Analysis report of a peak LF Level with TIME, OCT and FFT. - Measurement time: up to 60 sec Functions: The measurement analysis is performed in the following step. Be sure to set the measurement conditions in Step-1 once before starting the sound measurement. 1) Calibration (Calibrate): The reference signal (1kHz sine wave) is output to determine the reference noise level for the low-frequency component. If the volume level of iPhone is set to about 20-50%, the calibration will automatically adjust it to the optimum volume level for the reference signal. 2) Measurement (Measure): Analyze a power level of low-frequency sounds. - LF Level (dB): Low-frequency power level less than 100Hz. - Leq (dB): Sound power level with the frequency weight characteristic Z (Flat) of the audible band. 3) Measurement display: It can select either 1/3 octave band frequency analysis, FFT analysis or Time course graph. They are updated in real time. 4) Report: Measurement result report. It is effective when measuring for 10 seconds or more. # Time course graph: TIME - Low-frequency (LF) Level (dB): Time course graph with peak level noise level judgment (RED-very noisy, YELLOW-noisy, GREEN-normal) at the peak level. - LF max (dB): maximum dB value of low frequency. # Frequency response graph: OCT, FFT - OCT Band LF max (dB): maximum dB value in 1/3 octave band at LF max observation. - Max Level Frequency (Hz): peak frequency at LF max observation. Notes: - The sound measurement of the low-frequency range is a level difference with respect to the reference signal, which indicates the relative power level. - The reference signal is output during calibration and sound level measurement. - Do not change the volume level of iPhone after the calibration. - White line in the OCT and FFT modes indicates frequency characteristics in frequency weight correction of G characteristics. - Since iPhone's built-in microphone has a lower sensitivity on the very low frequency range, it is not recommended to measure a huge volume sound near a very loud noise source. - Since it takes a while for the observation value to stabilize immediately after the start of measurement, the maximum value is calculated from about 2 seconds later. - In the case high power of 1kHz component is included in the measured noise source, the precision of measured value by this app largely decreases. - Sudden noise or impulsive sounds are not low frequency noises in general. - The previous calibration information can be maintained internally. - The analysis results may vary due to individual differences in iPhone devices. - The authorization to access built-in microphone and Photos will be confirmed by iOS system at first access. Please visit our iOS app support page for more information.

About

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer

Measure ambient noise levels in real-time and track sound exposure duration. This tool displays acoustic intensity in decibels with detailed visual reports and offers features like MIN, AVG, MAX sound level display and photo/video overlays with noise data. It helps protect your health from noise pollution.

Highlights
  • Real-time decibel (dB) meter
  • MIN, AVG, MAX sound level display
  • Noise dosimeter compliant with standards
  • Photo and video with noise overlay
  • Record measurement results
  • Data saving feature
Features
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Decibel Meter is an app that will help you measure the ambient noise level in real time and the duration of sound exposure of various intensities over a user-defined period of time. The application calculates acoustic intensity in decibels and displays a detailed visual report on the screen of your digital device. For the Decibel Meter to work correctly and detect the noise level, you need to allow access to your device’s microphone. Audio data read by the microphone is displayed in decibels (dB) in a user-friendly style. KEY FEATURES: • Real-time decibel (dB) meter; • Minimum (MIN), average (AVG), maximum (MAX) sound level display; • Fully functional noise dosimeter compliant with NIOSH and OSHA standards; • Photo and video with noise overlay; • Option to stop and record measurement results at any time; • Data saving feature. The app will help you avoid noise pollution and will protect both your health and the health of your family! Please choose from our standard subscription options below: 1-week subscription at $3.99; 1-month subscription at $6.99; 12-month subscription at $9.99. Privacy Policy: https://appliks.com/privacy-policy ​​Terms of Use: https://appliks.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Low Frequency Detector4 screens
Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer at Free against Low Frequency Detector's $9.99. Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.8) and review sentiment (78% vs 50%). Low Frequency Detector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On ads 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

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer is free to download; Low Frequency Detector costs $9.99 up front. Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Low Frequency Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer has 1.3K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Low Frequency Detector's written reviews are positive against 78% of Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Low Frequency Detector ships an update every 9 months, Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Low Frequency Detector versus Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLow Frequency DetectorDecibel Meter · Sound Analyzer
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating2.8 (6 ratings)4.7 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews78.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings61.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.218.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTOON,LLCAppLiks Sp. z O.O.

Customer experience

Low Frequency Detector

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer

All ratings1,310 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive78.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative21.9%

Bugs and requests

Low Frequency Detector

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Microphone issues
  • Subscription paywall

Requested features

1 request
  • Make more apps like this one

In-app purchases

None

Low Frequency Detector

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Access$1.997 Days
  • Weekly pro access$3.997 Days
  • Sound Level Meter (dB) PRO3 Days trial$3.997 Days
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  • Monthly pro access$6.991 Month
  • Yearly Access$6.991 Year
  • Decibel Meter & Dosimeter PRO3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Sound Meter & Dosimeter PRO3 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Yearly pro access$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Low Frequency Detector free?
Low Frequency Detector costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer free?
Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Low Frequency Detector or Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer?
Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer is rated higher. Low Frequency Detector averages 2.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer averages 4.7 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Low Frequency Detector or Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer have ads?
Neither Low Frequency Detector nor Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Low Frequency Detector or Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer?
Low Frequency Detector ships an update every 9 months, and Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer every 2 months. Most recently, Low Frequency Detector was updated on November 6, 2026 and Decibel Meter · Sound Analyzer on November 7, 2026.

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