Comparison

Lux Light Meter Pro vs Light Meter

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

Head to head
About

Lux Light Meter Pro

Measure light intensity in lux and foot candles with this 2-in-1 meter. Optimize photography settings, adjust indoor lighting, or prevent eye strain with professional-quality readings directly from your smartphone.

Highlights
  • Real-time lux and foot candle measurements
  • Real-time color temperature measurements
  • Real-time histogram plotting
  • Customizable settings for shutter speed, ISO, aperture
  • Front and back camera support
  • Intuitive and customizable controls
Features
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Light Meter is a 2-in-1 light intensity (lux) and exposure meter with customizable settings. Whether you want to capture the perfect photo or optimize lighting in any space, Light Meter provides professional-quality readings right on your phone. Forget about expensive professional equipment that you have to carry around. With Light Meter, you can get light intensity data with just one click to choose the best settings for manual or film photography, adjust home, work, or greenhouse lighting, and prevent eye strain from poor lighting. Features: - intuitive and customizable controls - for front and back cam - collects light intensity data in real time - instant lux and foot candle measurements - real-time color temperature measurements - real-time histogram plotting - customizable settings for shutter speed, ISO, aperture - preview and adjust diaphragm settings before shooting Have any questions or suggestions? Write to us: sparkappsfeedback@gmail.com Terms of Use - https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/82717056 Privacy Policy - https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/82717056

About

Light Meter

This tool precisely measures light intensity in Lux and Footcandles, offering data for photography, plant care, and environmental analysis. It provides photography recommendations and generates data reports for various applications.

Highlights
  • Multi-mode metering system
  • Real-time color temperature capture
  • Photography decision engine
  • Plant cultivation light monitoring
  • Space optimization analysis
  • Data report generation
Features
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This is a high-precision light measurement tool that combines professional metering technology with cross scene adaptation capabilities, providing data support for photography creation, plant research, and environmental optimization. Core functional architecture • Multi mode metering system - Real time capture of color temperature changes and synchronized display of dual unit values of Lux and Fc, supporting dynamic average and peak recording • Photography Decision Engine - Based on ambient light intensity, it intelligently recommends shutter speed, ISO, and aperture combinations, allowing manual adjustment of parameters to achieve personalized exposure control Cross disciplinary analysis tools *Plant cultivation: Monitoring photosynthetically active radiation to ensure optimal growth light conditions *Space optimization: Diagnosing office/home lighting environments and preventing visual fatigue Technical characteristics and value √ Adopting multi-sensor collaborative algorithm, with an error rate lower than industry standards √ Portable use on mobile devices, replacing traditional professional equipment to reduce costs √ Generate data reports and support customized archiving of lighting schemes Redefining the Dimension of Light Control from Lens to Leaves "- Recommended Tool for Photography and Plant Science in 2025 1. Payment: The user deducts the payment through their iTunes account and makes the payment upon confirmation of the purchase 2. Renewal: The user's iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration, increasing the corresponding subscription period 3. Cancel Renewal: To cancel the renewal, go to "iTunes Store and App Store" ->click on "App ID", enter the "Account Settings" page, click on "Subscription", and select "Cancel Subscription" 4. Privacy Agreement and Service Terms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nONXGfXZcKQ6xEDwxsVuXdxZGoxmut4_i64fmeCuWhE 5. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TpnftZ9iV5KYd_4xqYNkfYs-8Zt9nWXMU_UHLMbype8

Screenshots

Lux Light Meter Pro3 screens
Light Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Light Meter at none against Lux Light Meter Pro's shown. Light Meter also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). Lux Light Meter Pro's advantage is ratings volume (5.2K vs 15) and rating (3.9 vs 3.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Lux Light Meter Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Light Meter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lux Light Meter Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lux Light Meter Pro has 5.2K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lux Light Meter Pro ships an update every 3 months, Light Meter every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Lux Light Meter Pro versus Light Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLux Light Meter ProLight Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (5.2K ratings) — better3.6 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews21.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.2K — better15
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarina Polyanskaya琦 崔

Customer experience

Lux Light Meter Pro

All ratings5,115 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral6.0%
Negative20.9%
Written reviews626 reviews
Positive21.2%
Neutral2.1%
Negative76.7%

Light Meter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Lux Light Meter Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Readings stuck at 0 lux regardless of light conditions
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inability to switch between front and rear cameras

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to save and review past measurements
  • More detailed instructions and guidance on proper usage
  • Improved accuracy and calibration options

Light Meter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lux Light Meter Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Access2 variants$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Mode$9.99
3 purchases

Light Meter

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly membership3 Days trial$9.007 Days
One-time2
  • Annual Membership$14.99
  • Lifetime membership$29.99

Questions

Is Lux Light Meter Pro free?
Lux Light Meter Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Light Meter free?
Light Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Lux Light Meter Pro or Light Meter?
Lux Light Meter Pro is rated higher. Lux Light Meter Pro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Light Meter averages 3.6 from 15 ratings.
Do Lux Light Meter Pro or Light Meter have ads?
Lux Light Meter Pro shows ads; Light Meter does not.
Which is updated more often, Lux Light Meter Pro or Light Meter?
Lux Light Meter Pro ships an update every 3 months, and Light Meter every 6 weeks. Most recently, Lux Light Meter Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and Light Meter on October 30, 2026.

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