# Decibel Meter vs SchoolTrack

The clearest difference is rating: SchoolTrack at 5.0 against Decibel Meter's 4.3. SchoolTrack also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 40%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Decibel Meter's advantage is ratings volume (222 vs 7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Decibel Meter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and SchoolTrack sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SchoolTrack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Decibel Meter has 222 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Decibel Meter's written reviews are positive against 75% of SchoolTrack's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Decibel Meter | SchoolTrack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (222 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-meter-sound-meter/id1373636871/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schooltrack-work-tracker/id1502329834/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **222** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MYSTIC MOBILE APPS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481942662) | [Vedant Malhotra](https://appshunter.io/developer/1121297377) |

## What reviewers say

### Decibel Meter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-meter-sound-meter/id1373636871)

Transform your smartphone into a precise sound measuring device. This app uses your phone's microphone to display real-time decibel levels with clear descriptions. Analyze sound over time, calibrate for accuracy, and share your findings easily.

**Highlights:** Real-time decibel measurement, Min, average, and max sound levels, Apple Watch integration, Customizable calibration, Data sharing (CSV, screenshots), Historical data tracking, Cloud data storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Sound Meter+ | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Sound Meter+ | $5.99 | per year |


### SchoolTrack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schooltrack-work-tracker/id1502329834)

Manage your student life with this all-in-one hub. Track your schedule, notes, assignments, and tests with customizable reminders. Syncs across all your Apple devices and offers personalization options.

**Highlights:** Assignment and test tracking, Customizable reminders, Class schedule management, Note-taking capabilities, Cross-device syncing, Personalization options, iMessage sticker pack

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip Tier 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| SchoolTrack+ | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tip Tier 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip Tier 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Tip Tier 5 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Decibel Meter free?

Decibel Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SchoolTrack free?

SchoolTrack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Decibel Meter or SchoolTrack?

SchoolTrack is rated higher. Decibel Meter averages 4.3 out of 5 from 222 ratings, while SchoolTrack averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do Decibel Meter or SchoolTrack have ads?

Both Decibel Meter and SchoolTrack show ads.

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