Comparison

TouchTasks vs Sound Meter

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

Head to head
About

TouchTasks

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These apps implement tasks related to the Early Childhood Inhibitory Touchscreen Task (Holmboe et. al. 2021).

About

Sound Meter

This utility app measures ambient noise levels in decibels. It provides a reference table to help users understand safe listening levels and protects their hearing. The app also stores historical measurements for later review.

Highlights
  • Measures sound level in decibels
  • Decibel level reference table
  • Hearing protection guidance
  • Stores measurement history
  • Easy to use interface
Features
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Sound Meter measures the noise and sound level in decibel. Easy to use, with real-time sound monitoring, noise exposure assessment, and detailed measurement history to help you better understand the sounds around you. Whether you're checking noise levels at home, at work, or in everyday environments, Sound Meter provides useful insights into sound intensity and potential hearing risks. KEY FEATURES • Real-Time Sound Level Measurement Measure surrounding noise and sound levels in decibels (dB) with a clear, easy-to-read sound meter. Track minimum, average, and maximum sound levels during each measurement. • NIOSH Noise Exposure Assessment Go beyond simple decibel readings with noise exposure assessment based on NIOSH recommendations. Monitor accumulated noise dose, track exposure duration, and better understand how prolonged exposure to loud sounds may affect your hearing. • Noise Exposure Monitoring Visualize noise exposure over time, understand exposure limits, and identify potentially harmful noise conditions to help protect your ears and hearing health. • Decibel Level Table Explore a convenient decibel level table for reference. Compare different sound levels and learn how everyday noise may affect your ears. • Measurement History Store history for any consideration later. Review previous measurements, including sound level statistics and detailed charts, to compare noise conditions over time. • Clear Charts and Sound Level Insights Follow sound level changes through intuitive real-time charts and review detailed measurement results after each session. • Simple and Easy to Use A clean, intuitive interface makes measuring sound levels and understanding noise exposure easy for everyone. ADVANCED NOISE ASSESSMENT Sound Meter is evolving beyond a traditional decibel meter, with support for standards-based noise exposure assessment. Starting with NIOSH-based assessment, the app is designed to support additional noise assessment standards in future updates. SOUND METER PRO Upgrade to Sound Meter Pro to unlock advanced noise exposure assessment features, enjoy an ad-free experience, and get lifetime access to Pro features. Start measuring sound levels today and take a more informed approach to protecting your hearing. IMPORTANT NOTE Sound measurements and noise exposure assessments are provided for informational purposes. Accuracy may vary depending on your device, microphone, and calibration. Sound Meter is not a substitute for certified professional sound level meters or occupational noise dosimeters and does not guarantee regulatory compliance. Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/0bda30de-efc1-4391-83b4-6403572d3f0c Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TouchTasks1 screens
Sound Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TouchTasks at none against Sound Meter's 1. TouchTasks also leads on ads (none vs shown). Sound Meter's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Sound Meter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TouchTasks asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchTasks ships an update every 12 months, Sound Meter every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TouchTasks versus Sound Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchTasksSound Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFingerFriendlySoftHiep Pham

In-app purchases

None

TouchTasks

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sound Meter

One-time1
  • Remove ADs$4.99

Questions

Is TouchTasks free?
TouchTasks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sound Meter free?
Sound Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TouchTasks or Sound Meter have ads?
Sound Meter shows ads; TouchTasks does not.
Which is updated more often, TouchTasks or Sound Meter?
TouchTasks ships an update every 12 months, and Sound Meter every 2 weeks. Most recently, TouchTasks was updated on October 26, 2026 and Sound Meter on November 5, 2026.

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