Comparison

Low Frequency Detector vs EMF Detector

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

EMF Detector

Transform your iPhone into an EMF detector to monitor electromagnetic fields. Identify radiation levels in various environments to assess safety at home, work, or in public spaces. Gain insights to make informed decisions about your surroundings.

Highlights
  • EMF monitoring
  • Electromagnetic field detection
  • Radiation level measurement
  • Environmental safety assessment
  • Real-time EMF readings
Features
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Monitor your surroundings with precision using our EMF Monitoring app, designed exclusively for iOS. This innovative application transforms your iPhone into a powerful EMF detector, enabling you to identify electromagnetic fields in various environments. As you move through different areas, the app continuously measures EMF levels, allowing you to easily pinpoint zones of high and low radiation. Whether you're concerned about safety at home, in the workplace, or in public areas, EMF Monitoring provides the insights you need to assess environmental safety and make informed decisions about your surroundings. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/ internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Low Frequency Detector4 screens
EMF Detector3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EMF Detector at Free against Low Frequency Detector's $9.99. EMF Detector also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months). Low Frequency Detector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (50% vs 25%). On ads 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

EMF Detector is free to download; Low Frequency Detector costs $9.99 up front. EMF Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Low Frequency Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EMF Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EMF Detector has 319 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Low Frequency Detector's written reviews are positive against 25% of EMF Detector's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Low Frequency Detector ships an update every 9 months, EMF Detector every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
Low Frequency Detector versus EMF Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLow Frequency DetectorEMF Detector
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating2.8 (6 ratings)4.3 (319 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6319 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTOON,LLC新雨 李

Customer experience

Low Frequency Detector

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

EMF Detector

All ratings319 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Low Frequency Detector

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

EMF Detector

Subscriptions1
  • unlimited features2 variants$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • unlimited features$14.99

Questions

Is Low Frequency Detector free?
Low Frequency Detector costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EMF Detector free?
EMF Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Low Frequency Detector or EMF Detector?
EMF Detector is rated higher. Low Frequency Detector averages 2.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while EMF Detector averages 4.3 from 319 ratings.
Do Low Frequency Detector or EMF Detector have ads?
Neither Low Frequency Detector nor EMF Detector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Low Frequency Detector or EMF Detector?
Low Frequency Detector ships an update every 9 months, and EMF Detector every 2 weeks. Most recently, Low Frequency Detector was updated on October 6, 2026 and EMF Detector on October 18, 2026.

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