Comparison

Spectrolite vs FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Spectrolite

This app visualizes sound in real-time using various spectrogram types. Explore detailed audio data with intuitive touch controls and adjustable parameters. An optional purchase unlocks advanced measurement tools.

Highlights
  • Real-time spectrogram visualization
  • Constant-Q, linear, and mel frequency scales
  • Full human hearing frequency range
  • Intuitive touch panning and zooming
  • Adjustable gain, Q, and other parameters
  • Pro version: grids, scales, spectrum view, tap-to-measure
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Spectrolite visualizes sound as spectrograms in real time. Spectrolite supports constant-Q spectrograms, which use a logarithmic frequency scale for a display where musical notes are evenly spaced. Spectrograms based on linear and mel frequency scales are also supported. The display covers the full frequency range of human hearing. Intuitive touch panning and zooming lets you dive in and explore the spectrograms in detail. Gain, Q, and other parameters can be adjusted in real time and instantly apply to the display of past signals as well as future ones. The Pro in-app purchase adds grids and scales for time, frequency, and amplitude, as well as a spectrum view and a tap-to-measure function. This expands Spectrolite into an audio measurement tool that you can use to measure frequencies, musical pitches, amplitudes, and durations.

About

FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer

Features
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■ FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer Engineers need tools that are ready to use — anytime, anywhere. FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer turns your smartphone into a professional audio analysis tool. Unlike typical sound meter apps, it delivers advanced features like Dual File Comparison and CSV Export for precise post-analysis * completely free, no ads. Real-time FFT & Spectrogram / All processing runs on-device / No audio data uploaded externally. [Video Guide - See it in action] https://youtu.be/72SYLTG0l_8 ■ NEW FEATURES 1. Octave Band View Mode - Analyze sound levels by octave bands. - Choose 1/1 or 1/3 octave band resolution in Settings. 2. Sound Event Logger - Automatically logs sound events when the level exceeds a set threshold. - Can save event WAV files and FNam JSON logs for later review. - Includes a screensaver mode to reduce screen burn-in. ■ KEY FEATURES 1. Real-time Audio Analysis • High-precision FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) Graph. • Time Domain Waveform (Oscilloscope) view. • Fluid Spectrogram for visualizing frequency changes over time. 2. Dual File Comparison (Exclusive Feature) • Simultaneous loading of two WAV files for comparative analysis. • Spectrum Overlay: Visually compare differences using color-coded traces (Blue vs. Magenta). • Instant Calculation: Provides Arithmetic Mean and Mean Difference between signals. 3. Data Logging & Export • Flexible Sampling Rates: Supports various rates (4000Hz, 8000Hz, 16000Hz, 22050Hz, 44100Hz). • High-quality Recording: Audio is recorded and saved as WAV files, strictly matching the selected sampling rate. • Raw Data Export: Exports raw PCM data to CSV format. The exported data maintains the exact sampling rate and duration, making it optimized for post-processing in Excel, MATLAB, or Python. • File Management: Files are stored in the 'On My iPhone\FFT Analyzer' directory. - WAV naming format: Date_Time_SampleRate_Channel.wav ex) 20260219_164715_44100Hz_Mono.wav - CSV naming format: Selected WAV file name_SampleRate_Duration(s).csv ex) 20260219_164715_44100Hz_Mono_44100_5.2s.csv 4. Professional Configuration • Window Functions: Selectable Rectangular, Hann, Hamming, and Blackman windows. • Frequency Weighting: Supports A, B, C, and Z (Linear) standard weighting filters. • Axis Control: Supports both Auto-scaling and Manual range settings (Hz / dB) for precise graph inspection. • Calibration: Independent offset controls for FFT and Time Domain to ensure alignment with professional reference equipment. • Max Peak Hold: Displays and holds the maximum amplitude values across the frequency spectrum. • Octave Band View Mode: Visualizes frequency levels as octave band bars for easier band-by-band analysis. ■ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS • Signal Processing: Anti-aliasing filters are automatically applied during downsampling to ensure measurement accuracy. • Sampling Rate: Supports standard rates up to 44.1kHz (device dependent). • Standards: Implements IEC 61672 frequency-weighting formulas for A/B/C weighting calculations. Note: This app implements IEC 61672 frequency-weighting formulas. Measurement discrepancies compared to professional equipment may occur due to the hardware frequency response limitations of the built-in smartphone microphone. For critical measurements, the use of a calibrated external microphone is recommended.

Screenshots

Spectrolite4 screens
FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer at none against Spectrolite's 1. FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months). Spectrolite's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). 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. Spectrolite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spectrolite ships an update every 8 months, FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Spectrolite versus FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpectroliteFNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (51 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperWaxing WaveYEON SEOB KIM

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Spectrolite

One-time1
  • Pro$4.99
None

FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spectrolite free?
Spectrolite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer free?
FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spectrolite or FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer have ads?
Neither Spectrolite nor FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spectrolite or FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer?
Spectrolite ships an update every 8 months, and FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer fortnightly. Most recently, Spectrolite was updated on September 23, 2026 and FNam FFT Spectrogram Analyzer on October 11, 2026.

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