Comparison

uSpectrum PAR vs Metinor

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

Head to head
About

uSpectrum PAR

This application connects wirelessly to a handheld spectral PAR meter, allowing remote analysis and configuration of light sources. It displays detailed spectral data, light source information, and absorption metrics, with options to save and share measurements.

Highlights
  • Wireless Bluetooth connection
  • Remote light source analysis
  • Save captured data
  • Display spectrum and CIE diagrams
  • View light source metrics (LUX, CCT, CRI)
  • Share measured data via email
Features
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uSpectrum PAR is a wireless controller application for UPRtek handheld Spectral PAR Meter which provides 6 main features, namely Basic, Spectrum, PPFD Spectrum, CIE1931, CIE1976, and, CRI. Supported Devices ・PG200N (≧ FW Ver.1.1.0.B25) # uSpectrum PAR will continuously add more supported devices in the future. Connect to Handheld Spectral PAR Meter via Bluetooth ・To remotely analyze light source target. ・To remotely configure the "Integration Mode" of device ・To save the captured data of device. More Features ・To show Spectrum, PPFD Spectrum, CIE1931, CIE1976, CRI diagram of the data(*.xls), which was generated from UPRTek handheld spectral PAR meter. ・To see more information of light source, such as LUX, CCT, CRI, x, y, λp, and λpV. ・To see more information of absorption of light source, such as PPFD, PFD, PFD-R, PFD-G, and, PFD-B. ・To share the measured data via email.

About

Metinor

Features
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Metinor specializes in delivering innovative cloud solutions enhanced by IoT sensors. Our platform provides robust environmental monitoring—tracking critical parameters such as temperature, humidity, and more—ensuring compliance, safety, and product integrity. We empower businesses with advanced visualization tools, real-time reporting, and comprehensive incident management. By streamlining inspections, audits, and facilitating preventive maintenance, we drive operational efficiency and safety. Serving a wide range of industries, our solutions are tailored to meet sector-specific needs.

Screenshots

uSpectrum PAR4 screens
Metinor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Metinor at every 6 days against uSpectrum PAR's every 8 months. uSpectrum PAR's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17). On price, ads, 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

uSpectrum PAR ships an update every 8 months, Metinor every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
uSpectrum PAR versus Metinor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteruSpectrum PARMetinor
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUnited Power Research Technology CorporationMetinor

In-app purchases

None

uSpectrum PAR

No in-app purchases

None

Metinor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is uSpectrum PAR free?
uSpectrum PAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Metinor free?
Metinor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do uSpectrum PAR or Metinor have ads?
Neither uSpectrum PAR nor Metinor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, uSpectrum PAR or Metinor?
uSpectrum PAR ships an update every 8 months, and Metinor every 6 days. Most recently, uSpectrum PAR was updated on October 21, 2026 and Metinor on September 12, 2026.

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