# LuxMate vs Luminometer

The clearest difference is rating: Luminometer at 3.5 against LuxMate's 3.0. Luminometer also leads on ratings volume (16 vs 1). LuxMate's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Luminometer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. LuxMate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Luminometer holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Luminometer has 16 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

LuxMate ships an update every 2 weeks, Luminometer every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LuxMate | Luminometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxmate/id1444250611/reviews) | **[3.5 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luminometer-lux-light-meter/id6446325225/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **16** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Jumaoyuan Science and Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1327619798) | [27GROUP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1589401961) |

## What reviewers say

### LuxMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxmate/id1444250611)

Connect to your meter via Bluetooth to control recording, reading, and deleting functions. Visualize parameter changes with trend curves for easy analysis.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth meter connection, Control recording, reading, and deleting, Visualize parameter trends, Illumination value charting, Data analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Luminometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luminometer-lux-light-meter/id6446325225)

Transform your device into a professional light meter to measure luminosity in lux and foot-candles. Achieve optimal illumination for any space, from greenhouses to workspaces, ensuring comfort and preventing glare. Calibrated with reference equipment for precise and reliable readings.

**Highlights:** Measures lux and foot-candle units, Internal Exposure Compensation for accuracy, Camera view for measured area, Calibrated with reference equipment, Versatile for various lighting conditions, Helps set optimal illumination levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LuxMate free?

LuxMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Luminometer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LuxMate or Luminometer?

Luminometer is rated higher. LuxMate averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Luminometer averages 3.5 from 16 ratings.

### Do LuxMate or Luminometer have ads?

Luminometer shows ads; LuxMate does not.

### Which is updated more often, LuxMate or Luminometer?

LuxMate ships an update every 2 weeks, and Luminometer every 2 months. Most recently, LuxMate was updated on October 24, 2026 and Luminometer on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*