Comparison

dB vs Layla Eco

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

Head to head
About

dB

Features
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Using dB-Tester, you can control the recording, reading, deleting and other functions of the meter via bluetooth connection. The parameters such as the noise value returned by the meter can be drawn into a curve, so that the user can directly see the variation trend of the parameters. The alarm function can alert the user, accurate and practical.

About

Layla Eco

This AI-powered smart sensor and app automate property management. It enhances security, saves energy, and prevents unexpected issues, giving managers full control from a single interface.

Highlights
  • AI-powered smart sensor
  • Automated energy saving
  • Enhanced property security
  • Event prevention
  • Remote property control
  • Plug-and-play device
Features
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Let Layla manage your property and save time, money, and worry. Build a leaner, greener property management business today. Layla is an AI-powered smart sensor for properties. The plug-and-play device automates energy-saving efforts, enhances security, and helps prevent unexpected events, giving property managers full control from one app. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Layla offers auto-renewable subscriptions that unlock premium features for connected devices. Subscriptions are available on a monthly and yearly basis. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://layla.eco/privacy-policy

Screenshots

dB4 screens
Layla Eco4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: dB at none against Layla Eco's 12. dB also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). Layla Eco's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Layla Eco sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. dB asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

dB ships an update every 3 weeks, Layla Eco weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
dB versus Layla Eco: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdBLayla Eco
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (58 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—58 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Jumaoyuan Science and Technology Co., Ltd.LaylaElectric, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

dB

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Layla Eco

Subscriptions12
  • Single Device Monthly1 Month trial$7.991 Month
  • Seven Devices Montly$55.991 Month
  • Eight Devices Montly$63.991 Month
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  • Ten Devices Montly$79.901 Month
  • Single Device Yearly1 Month trial$79.991 Year
  • Four Devices Yearly$319.991 Year
  • Five Devices Yearly$399.991 Year
  • Six Devices Yearly$479.991 Year
  • Seven Devices Yearly$559.991 Year
  • Eight Devices Yearly$639.991 Year
  • Nine Devices Yearly$719.991 Year
  • Ten Devices Yearly$799.991 Year

Questions

Is dB free?
dB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Layla Eco free?
Layla Eco is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do dB or Layla Eco have ads?
Neither dB nor Layla Eco shows ads.
Which is updated more often, dB or Layla Eco?
dB ships an update every 3 weeks, and Layla Eco weekly. Most recently, dB was updated on September 8, 2026 and Layla Eco on September 19, 2026.

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