Comparison

Mobile Oscilloscope vs Audio Analyst

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

Head to head
About

Mobile Oscilloscope

Transform your phone into a handheld oscilloscope for detailed audio signal analysis. Professionals can also use it for circuit measurements. Features include precise frequency measurement, multiple trigger modes, and gesture-based zooming.

Highlights
  • Audio signal analysis
  • Circuit analysis for professionals
  • Detailed signal parameter display
  • Accurate frequency measurement
  • Multiple trigger modes
  • Gesture-based measurement and zooming
  • Customizable interface colors
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This application turns your phone into a powerful handheld oscilloscope for audio signal analysis (professionals can also use for circuit analysis). The signal parameters can be displayed in detail, including: maximum value, minimum value, average value, effective value and frequency, and the frequency measurement is very accurate. There are multiple trigger modes. The trigger modes are: automatic mode, normal trigger and single trigger; the trigger edges are: rising edge trigger, falling edge trigger, rising or falling edge trigger, jump trigger and differential trigger; the trigger value can be selected. With the measurement function, it is freely measured in the horizontal and vertical directions, gesture operation, easy to use. Waveforms can be freely zoomed with gestures or buttons. Supports interface color selection. Has a storage depth of 10 seconds. This application is normally used for audio signal measurement without any risk. Circuit measurement special instructions: Professionals can use this application for circuit measurements and the electrical signal is input via the microphone channel of the headset. Please pay attention to safety: You must have enough professional knowledge. The high voltage circuit must go through the isolator and attenuator. Conventional low-voltage circuits must also add an attenuator and then enter the phone. Circuit measurement is risky and the author of this application will not be liable for any loss of personnel or equipment resulting from the correct or incorrect use of this application.

About

Audio Analyst

This professional audio analysis software offers a comprehensive suite of measurement tools. It supports spectrum analysis, phase spectrum, audio oscilloscope, and spectrograms, along with recording, playback, and peak measurement functionalities.

Highlights
  • Spectrum analysis
  • Audio oscilloscope
  • Spectrogram visualization
  • Audio recording and playback
  • Peak measurement
  • Customizable frequency ranges
Features
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Audio Analyszer is a professional audio analysis software. Supports a variety of measurement modes such as spectrum analysis, phase spectrum analysis, audio oscilloscope, persistence spectrum, power distribution, spectrogram, etc. Supports accessibility functions such as audio recording, audio playback, audio clipping, peak measurement, and more. 【Spectrum Analysis】 The frequency audio spectrum is a description of how an audio signal behaves in the frequency domain. An audio signal is represented in the time domain as a change in volume over a period of time, while a spectrogram shows how high or low the volume of this audio is at each frequency at a certain time. The software supports custom spectrum measurements and flexible definition of frequency ranges. A variety of trace options to assist in peak measurement. 【Audio Oscilloscope】 The oscilloscope measurement is different from the spectrum measurement, which reflects the frequency domain information of the audio signal, and the oscilloscope reflects the time domain information of the audio signal. An oscilloscope converts an electrical signal into an image, allowing the user to judge the characteristics and waveform of the signal by looking at the image. This is very helpful for observing the signal waveform in the circuit, and can clearly see the waveform, frequency, amplitude and other characteristics of the signal, so as to judge the quality and performance of the signal. 【Power Distribution】 The power distribution measurement is similar to the spectrum measurement, both of which display the frequency domain power value of the signal, but the difference is that the power distribution measures the integrated power of the signal within a certain bandwidth with a certain point as the center frequency. Functions such as maximum and minimum value holding are supported. 【Persistence Spectrum】 The afterglow spectrum is an extension of the spectrum measurement, and the afterglow spectrum also shows the frequency domain characteristics of the signal. This measurement is based on the spectrum measurement, adding multiple trace displays, the latest trace uses the maximum brightness, and then fades over time, so the afterglow spectrum is a powerful tool for observing the change direction of the signal at the same time. 【Spectrogram】 A spectrogram is a graphical representation of a sound signal in time and frequency. Spectra provide a visual representation of the spectral characteristics of a speech signal over time. Through the spectrogram, we can observe the frequency and time characteristics of the sound signal, and thus gain a deeper understanding of the nature of the sound signal. At any given moment, a spectral diagram can show the intensity of different frequency components, which is usually represented by the grayscale of the corresponding point or the intensity of the hue. This dynamic spectral representation helps us capture the complex properties of sound signals that change over time. 【Paid Membership Features】 - Frequency range customization - Data record limit increased - Unlock audio clips - Unlock advanced configurations 【Activate Paid Membership】 Paid members are available as a subscription or as a permanent activation Membership Service Agreement: https://audioanalyzer-serviceagreement.mysxl.cn/

Screenshots

Mobile Oscilloscope4 screens
Audio Analyst4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Audio Analyst at Free against Mobile Oscilloscope's $1.99. Audio Analyst also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 30 months). Mobile Oscilloscope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On rating, ratings volume, 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

Audio Analyst is free to download; Mobile Oscilloscope costs $1.99 up front. Audio Analyst sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Mobile Oscilloscope asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Mobile Oscilloscope against 5.0 for Audio Analyst. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile Oscilloscope ships an update every 30 months, Audio Analyst weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Mobile Oscilloscope versus Audio Analyst: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile OscilloscopeAudio Analyst
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 30 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS15.615 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer怀卫 张嘉欣 胡

Customer experience

Mobile Oscilloscope

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

Audio Analyst

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mobile Oscilloscope

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Audio Analyst

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscriptions$0.991 Month
  • Quarterly Subscriptions$1.993 Months
  • Annual Subscription$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Permanently Activated Version$9.99

Questions

Is Mobile Oscilloscope free?
Mobile Oscilloscope costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Audio Analyst free?
Audio Analyst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile Oscilloscope or Audio Analyst?
Mobile Oscilloscope and Audio Analyst are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Mobile Oscilloscope or Audio Analyst have ads?
Neither Mobile Oscilloscope nor Audio Analyst shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mobile Oscilloscope or Audio Analyst?
Mobile Oscilloscope ships an update every 30 months, and Audio Analyst weekly. Most recently, Mobile Oscilloscope was updated on September 20, 2026 and Audio Analyst on August 31, 2026.

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