Comparison

Sensor Data Recorder vs Horizontal Accelerometer

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

Head to head
About

Sensor Data Recorder

This utility app records gyroscope, accelerometer, and audio data from your device. Export your recorded data as CSV or M4A files for further processing, particularly for machine learning applications. Your data remains private and is only accessible on your device.

Highlights
  • Record gyroscope and accelerometer data
  • Record audio simultaneously
  • Label recordings for ML workflow
  • Adjust data capture frequency
  • Download or email data
  • Export as CSV and M4A
Features
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A lightweight utility in order to quickly and securely record CoreMotion gyroscope and accelerometer data together with audio data. CoreMotion data can be downloaded as a CSV (comma separated values) file and audio can be downloaded as a standard m4a file. Your data is only available on your device. Data will not be shared with others and will not be uploaded centrally. Data can then be used for further processing, mostly for machine learning (ML) / deep learning purposes. Key highlights: - Record gyroscope and accelerometer data directly from your phone's CoreMotion module - In parallel, record audio from your phone's microphone - Assign a label to each recording which can be later used in your machine learning workflow - Choose the frequency of the data to be captured per second - Download the captured data or send it via email - Further process the data within your favorite machine learning environment, e.g. using Python

About

Horizontal Accelerometer

This tool measures real-time horizontal acceleration, deceleration, and lateral G-force for automobiles. It features color-coded zones and sounds for easy understanding while driving and can also be used for engineering education and evaluating structural rigidity.

Highlights
  • Real-time horizontal acceleration measurement
  • Measures deceleration and lateral G-force
  • Color zones and sound alerts for values
  • Calibration for accurate readings
  • Peak hold and max value tracking
  • Adjustable color zone thresholds and sound
Features
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"Horizontal Accelerometer" is a tool that displays horizontal acceleration in real time. (Application) - Measures acceleration, deceleration, and lateral G of automobiles. The acceleration value in the direction felt by the driver is displayed. Color zones and sounds make acceleration values easy to understand even while driving. - Rigidity evaluation of table legs - The horizontal accelerometer allows engineering students to actually measure and feel the acceleration value, which is useful for understanding the equation of motion. (How to use) 1. Fix the iPhone on the object to be measured. No need to fix it horizontally. When measuring the acceleration of a car, fix the iPhone on the dashboard at an angle that makes it easy to see the screen and so as not to shake. When evaluating the rigidity of the table legs, place the iPhone on the table surface, and if the iPhone slips when the table is shaken, fix it with tape. 2. Tap the "Calibration" button, then tap the "Calibrate" button. The display of the horizontal acceleration value starts. In the case of a car, please stop the car on a horizontal road and then calibrate. (Screen display) - The number at the top of the screen is the value of real-time horizontal acceleration. - "Peak hold" is the peak value of horizontal acceleration. Reset after the set time. - ”Max" is the maximum value of horizontal acceleration. Reset with the “Reset Max" button. - Acceleration values can change to red and yellow depending on the threshold. (Calibration dialog) Tap the "Calibration" button to bring up the calibration dialog. - "Calibrate": Executes calibration in the current fixed state. - ”Recall Calibration": Recall the saved calibration. - "Save Calibration": Save the current calibration. - "List of useful apps": Displays a list of useful apps. (Setting dialog) Tap the "Setting" button to bring up the setting dialog. - "List of useful apps": Displays a list of useful apps. - “Setting": A setting window appears. (Setting window) - "Color zone(value(G) or more)": Color zone thresholds, color on/off, and sound on/off can be set. The default thresholds are Red 0.40 and Yellow 0.30. - "Peak hold time(s)": Peak hold time can be set. Default is 10. - "Harshness cut filter": Harshness cut filter on/off can be set. "Harshness" means impact vibration. - "Desensitization(%)": Desensitization rate can be set. Default is 0. (Remarks) - This app works on iPhone and iPad. - Tilting the device tilts the calibrated horizontal plane, so measurement error occurs. - The developer assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise from the use of this app.

Screenshots

Sensor Data Recorder2 screens
Horizontal Accelerometer1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Sensor Data Recorder at none against Horizontal Accelerometer's shown. Sensor Data Recorder also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Horizontal Accelerometer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 26 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sensor Data Recorder ships an update every 26 months, Horizontal Accelerometer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sensor Data Recorder versus Horizontal Accelerometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSensor Data RecorderHorizontal Accelerometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 26 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNils AckermannTakao Ichimura

Customer experience

Sensor Data Recorder

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Horizontal Accelerometer

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Sensor Data Recorder

No in-app purchases

None

Horizontal Accelerometer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sensor Data Recorder free?
Sensor Data Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Horizontal Accelerometer free?
Horizontal Accelerometer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sensor Data Recorder or Horizontal Accelerometer have ads?
Horizontal Accelerometer shows ads; Sensor Data Recorder does not.
Which is updated more often, Sensor Data Recorder or Horizontal Accelerometer?
Sensor Data Recorder ships an update every 26 months, and Horizontal Accelerometer every 6 weeks. Most recently, Sensor Data Recorder was updated on September 27, 2026 and Horizontal Accelerometer on September 30, 2026.

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