Comparison

IMSLP vs Db Meter Pro for Watch

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

Head to head
About

IMSLP

Access a vast digital library of classical music scores on your iOS device. Enjoy full access to commercial recordings, instant downloads, and new uploads with a membership subscription. Support the music community while exploring a comprehensive collection.

Highlights
  • Browse IMSLP/Petrucci Music Library
  • View musical scores
  • Access commercial recordings
  • Instant downloads
  • Access new uploads instantly
  • Membership subscription benefits
Features
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Browse IMSLP/Petrucci Music Library and view scores from the comfort of your iOS device. IMSLP Membership Subscription Length of subscription: 1 month. Benefits include: • Full access to commercial recordings • Access all features in this app • No waiting for downloads • Access new uploads instantly • Knowing that you helped keep IMSLP running and serving the music community Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms of Service and Privacy policy - https://imslp.org/wiki/IMSLP:Terms_of_Service_and_Privacy_policy_(app)

About

Db Meter Pro for Watch

Features
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Db Meter Pro delivers instant sound level measurements right to your Apple Watch, empowering you to monitor your audio environment with unparalleled convenience. Whether you're concerned about noise exposure, curious about ambient sound, or simply want to stay informed about your surroundings, Db Meter Pro provides accessible decibel readings directly from your wrist. Designed for simplicity and quick insights, this essential watchOS app transforms your Apple Watch into a powerful yet discreet sound level meter. Keep track of noise levels in various settings, from busy city streets to quiet offices, and make informed decisions to protect your hearing and enhance your well-being. Key Features: * **Real-time Decibel Readings:** Get immediate feedback on current sound levels. * **Wrist-Mounted Convenience:** Access your sound meter anytime, anywhere on your Apple Watch. * **Intuitive Display:** Easily understand your audio environment at a glance. * **Environmental Awareness:** Monitor noise to support hearing health and peace of mind. Experience a new level of environmental awareness with Db Meter Pro – your personal sound level monitor for Apple Watch.

Screenshots

IMSLP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IMSLP at Free against Db Meter Pro for Watch's $2.99. IMSLP also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Db Meter Pro for Watch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). 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

IMSLP is free to download; Db Meter Pro for Watch costs $2.99 up front. IMSLP sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Db Meter Pro for Watch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IMSLP ships an update every 10 days, Db Meter Pro for Watch every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
IMSLP versus Db Meter Pro for Watch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIMSLPDb Meter Pro for Watch
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.6 (515 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings515 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size232 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProject Petrucci LLCSimone Saleri

Bugs and requests

IMSLP

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Crashes when opening scores
  • Scores disappearing from library
  • Login issues and lost data
  • Incompatibility with older devices after updates
  • Annotation issues causing loss of data
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  • Inability to edit file information after import

Requested features

11 requests
  • Predictive text for score annotations
  • Ability to restore original zoom settings
  • Metric to indicate device performance during page turns
  • Folder-like organization system
  • Color wheel and custom pen/highlighter options
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  • Ability to rename music files
  • Different color folder options
  • Split view support
  • Easier way to import scores from other sources
  • Instrumentation information for scores
  • Sorting by instrumentation

Db Meter Pro for Watch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

IMSLP

Subscriptions1
  • Membership Subscription$3.991 Month
None

Db Meter Pro for Watch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IMSLP free?
IMSLP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Db Meter Pro for Watch free?
Db Meter Pro for Watch costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do IMSLP or Db Meter Pro for Watch have ads?
Neither IMSLP nor Db Meter Pro for Watch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IMSLP or Db Meter Pro for Watch?
IMSLP ships an update every 10 days, and Db Meter Pro for Watch every 5 weeks. Most recently, IMSLP was updated on November 2, 2026 and Db Meter Pro for Watch on October 24, 2026.

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