Dial Timer vs DeciTrack
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dial Timer
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A dial timer. To set the timer, rotate the dial with your finger to the desired time. When you release your finger the timer will begin counting down to zero. The timer max duration can be set from 60 seconds to 16 hours. The on/off button will start and stop the timer. Dial Timer will send a notification if your device is in sleep mode.
DeciTrack
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DeciTrack turns your iPhone into an instant decibel meter. LIVE METER Point at any sound source — conversation, traffic, concert, machinery — and watch the real-time dB SPL gauge respond immediately. LOG & GRAPH Tap Record to save a reading with average dB, peak dB, and duration. Build a history over time, visualize trends on a line chart, and label each entry for easy reference. EXPORT Pro users can export the full log as a CSV file to share or analyze in any spreadsheet app. ON-DEVICE & PRIVATE All processing happens on your device. No account, no cloud sync, no data collection. DECITRACK PRO Unlock unlimited logs, CSV export, calibration offset, and an ad-free experience via monthly, yearly, or lifetime purchase. DISCLAIMER DeciTrack provides approximate sound level estimates using your device's built-in microphone. Results vary by device model, case, and environment. This app is not a replacement for a certified or calibrated sound level meter and should not be used for regulatory, legal, or occupational health compliance. Subscription terms: Payment charged to Apple ID at confirmation. Auto-renews unless cancelled 24+ hours before period end. Manage in Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dial Timer at none against DeciTrack's 2. Dial Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown). DeciTrack's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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
Both are free to download. DeciTrack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Dial Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Dial Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, DeciTrack every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dial Timer | DeciTrack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | John Millhouse | RIVERSHIP |
In-app purchases
Dial Timer
No in-app purchases
DeciTrack
- DeciTrack Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- DeciTrack Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
Questions
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