Comparison

METechs SWCtrl vs WOW DB Meter & RTA

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

Head to head
About

METechs SWCtrl

Control motorized curtains, lights, and other automation devices remotely or with voice commands. Schedule actions for energy efficiency and convenience, and monitor device activity.

Highlights
  • Direct smartphone control, no hub needed
  • Voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant
  • Local and remote control
  • Timing and scheduling functions
  • Inter-device logic control
  • Operation logs
  • Wi-Fi hotspot sharing
Features
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With this app and METechs SWCtrl control switch, relay, smart plug, light..., you can control motorized curtain rods, motorized roller shade systems, tubular roller motors, electric locks, lights, appliances, and other automation devices from your device, anywhere Increase energy efficiency and personal security by automatically opening or closing curtains with timer functions or home automation. If you are enthusiastic about automation or lazy lifestyle, control them by a simple touch or voice command. It works with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice control; if you prefer, you still can control these devices with physical touch switches. Either way, METechs provides a truly Automation Lifestyle for everyone! [Key Features] •Directly controlled by a smartphone, no hub required •Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or voice control •Work independently with or without Wi-Fi •Can be controlled in local and remote modes •Timing control devices any time in any day, weekday, or weekend •Multiple devices control by each other with IF…THEN… logic •Look up log for who, when, and where the devices were operated •Easily shares with others via the built-in Wi-Fi hotspot Our app may not be perfect yet and still under development. Our teams are working hard and smart to continually improve the app. Email Support@METechs.com with questions and comments. Visit www.METechs.com to find it out more.

About

WOW DB Meter & RTA

Features
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WOW DB Meter & RTA turns your iPhone and iPad into a professional-grade acoustic measurement tool and real-time audio spectrum analyzer (RTA). Engineered with precision DSP algorithms and fluid 60 FPS GPU-accelerated graphics, it is the ultimate tool for audio engineers, acoustic consultants, studio musicians, live sound technicians, and car audio enthusiasts. KEY FEATURES: • PRECISION DECIBEL (SPL) METER - Accurate real-time sound pressure level measurement in dB. - Industry-standard frequency weighting curves: dBA (human hearing response), dBC (bass/industrial sound), and dBZ (unweighted flat response). - Configurable response times: Fast (125ms), Slow (1000ms), and Room Impulse (2000ms). - Dynamic analog-style circular gauge with live peak indicator, numerical readout, and minimum / average / maximum dB stats tracking. • REAL-TIME AUDIO ANALYZER (RTA) - High-resolution Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) spectrum analysis with Hann windowing. - Multi-band octave band views: 1/1 Octave (10 ISO standard center bands) and 1/3 Octave (31 precision bands). - Pro 1/6 Octave High-Resolution mode (61 bands) for surgical room mode inspection and feedback suppression. - Continuous spectral curve mode with lingering peak decay indicators. - Interactive touch-to-inspect bar feature displaying exact frequency (Hz) and amplitude (dB). • MULTI-TARGET ACOUSTIC CURVES - Overlay reference acoustic targets directly onto your live RTA to tune speaker systems and home theaters: - Harman Target Curve (+6dB bass shelf) - Studio Flat (Reference calibration) - SMPTE 202M X-Curve (Cinema sound tuning) • BUILT-IN PINK NOISE GENERATOR - Integrated high-fidelity pink noise generator using the Kellet algorithm for room equalization, speaker voicing, and frequency response analysis. - Live output volume attenuation slider. • HARDWARE CALIBRATION & MIC PROFILES - Pre-calibrated hardware profiles optimized for Apple iPhone and iPad internal microphones. - Manual SPL trim adjustment (±15 dB) with one-tap 94.0 dB external calibrator reference mode. • RESPONSIVE STUDIO WORKSPACE - Optimized for both portrait handheld metering and landscape full-screen RTA visualization. - Native iPad split-view and tablet support. DISCLAIMER: WOW DB Meter & RTA is designed as a high-precision acoustic reference and sound tuning aid. It is not intended for use as a legally certified industrial metrology device.

Screenshots

METechs SWCtrl4 screens
WOW DB Meter & RTA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: METechs SWCtrl at none against WOW DB Meter & RTA's 2. METechs SWCtrl also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price 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. WOW DB Meter & RTA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. METechs SWCtrl asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
METechs SWCtrl versus WOW DB Meter & RTA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMETechs SWCtrlWOW DB Meter & RTA
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMETECHS GLOBAL INC.EZ CORP SOFTWARES LTDA

In-app purchases

None

METechs SWCtrl

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

WOW DB Meter & RTA

Subscriptions2
  • WOW DB Meter PRO Monthly$2.991 Month
  • PRO Annual (Save 45%)$19.991 Year

Questions

Is METechs SWCtrl free?
METechs SWCtrl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WOW DB Meter & RTA free?
WOW DB Meter & RTA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do METechs SWCtrl or WOW DB Meter & RTA have ads?
WOW DB Meter & RTA shows ads; METechs SWCtrl does not.

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