Comparison

dBMeter 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

dBMeter

This application precisely measures sound intensity in real time using your device's microphone. It displays minimum, maximum, and average decibel levels, offers a noise-time graph, and allows for microphone calibration. The tool is ideal for monitoring ambient noise in various environments and exporting data for analysis.

Highlights
  • Real-time decibel measurement
  • Min, max, and average values
  • Noise-time graph
  • Microphone calibration
  • Background operation
  • CSV data export
  • Timer option
Features
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dBMeter is a powerful and precise noise level meter (decibel meter) that measures sound intensity in real time using your iPhone’s microphone. - Main features • Real-time sound level measurement (dB). • Displays min, max, and average values. • Noise-time graph for detailed analysis. • Microphone calibration for accurate readings. • Works in background or screen-off mode. • CSV export for reports and data analysis. • Timer option. • Light and dark themes. • Optimized for iPhone and iPad. - Ideal for: • Monitoring ambient noise at home, work, or events. • Checking traffic, music, or machinery noise levels. • Musicians, engineers, teachers, and professionals. - Reliable, simple, and accurate — monitor your sound environment anywhere.

About

Sound meter

Measure environmental noise levels in real-time using your smartphone's microphone. Track decibel readings, identify potentially harmful sound levels, and monitor noise pollution to create a safer environment.

Highlights
  • Real-time sound measurement
  • Live graph display
  • Min, Max, and Average dB values
  • Measurement time tracking
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Noise level examples
Features
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Sound Meter (also known as SPL Meter, Noise Meter, or dB Meter) helps you easily measure environmental noise around you. Using your smartphone’s microphone, this app provides real-time noise readings in decibels (dB) so you can stay aware of harmful sound levels and protect your hearing. Features: - Real-time sound measurement with live graph display - Shows Minimum (Min), Maximum (Max), and Average (Avg) decibel values - Simple Play, Pause, and Reset controls - Tracks measurement time during testing - Easy-to-use interface for noise tests anywhere Note: The results may vary slightly depending on your device’s microphone calibration. For the most accurate reading, compare with a professional SPL meter. Sample Noise Levels: - 140 dB: Gunshots - 120 dB: Thunder - 100 dB: Subway Train - 80 dB: Alarm Clock - 60 dB: Conversation - 30 dB: Whisper - 10 dB: Breathing Excessive noise can harm both your physical and mental health. Use Sound Meter to monitor noise pollution and create a safer environment for you and your family. In-app purchase Details: Lifetime Access for ads free version Privacy Policy : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of use : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

dBMeter4 screens
Sound meter3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sound meter at 5.0 against dBMeter's 3.6. Sound meter also leads on ads (none vs shown). dBMeter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, 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. dBMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sound meter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
dBMeter versus Sound meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdBMeterSound meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (8 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRamon Palacios SaezAshvin Kevadiya

Customer experience

dBMeter

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

Sound meter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

dBMeter

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sound meter

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$8.99

Questions

Is dBMeter free?
dBMeter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sound meter free?
Sound meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, dBMeter or Sound meter?
Sound meter is rated higher. dBMeter averages 3.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Sound meter averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do dBMeter or Sound meter have ads?
dBMeter shows ads; Sound meter does not.

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