Comparison

Audio / Spectrum Analyzer vs LOUDMETER

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

Head to head
About

Audio / Spectrum Analyzer

Analyze audio signals in real-time with waveform, amplitude spectrum, and spectrogram displays. Offers detailed customization for FFT size, window functions, and frequency weighting. Includes tools for generating basic waveforms and measurement signals.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous Waveform, Spectrum, Spectrogram display
  • Customizable FFT size and window functions
  • Frequency weighting (Flat, dBA, dBC)
  • Octave analysis
  • Basic waveform and measurement signal generation
  • Peak hold and spectrum tilt
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This RTA app supports simultaneous display of "Audio Waveform", as well as the FFT-based "Amplitude Spectrum" (frequency magnitude) and "Spectrogram" (frequency distribution over time), for audio signals input from a microphone. (FFT: Fast Fourier Transform, RTA: Real Time Analyzer) [Features] - Supports simultaneous display of Waveform / Spectrum / Spectrogram - Supports orientation both portrait and landscape - FFT size - Window function - Time Averaging (FFT Frames) - Spectrum Tilt - Frequency weighting (Flat, dBA, dBC) - The type of expressing the frequency of Spectrum / Spectrogram (Linear, Log) - Displays the peak level and its frequency of the spectrum - Peak Hold (displays the results of holding past peak values ​​of the spectrum) - Octave Analysis (displays the spectrum divided into octave bands) - Generates Basic Waveforms (Sine, Triangle, Squire, Saw) - Generates Measurement Signals (Noise, Sweep, TSP) - Pitch meter display The Pro version offers Ad-Free Viewing and High-Resolution Analysis (FFT size: 16384, 32768, Spectrum Average: 4, 8). [Setting items] 1. Screen structure : Select the display screen configuration. View Num : 1, 2 View Type : - 1 screen : Wave (Waveform) / 1D (Spectrum) / 2D (Spectrogram) - 2 screens : W+1D / W+2D / 1D+2D Layout : Vertical / Horizon 2. Frequency Axis Scale Type : Selectable the type of expressing the X direction (frequency) of Spectrum / Spectrogram. - Linear: Distributed at equal intervals - Log: The intervals increase logarithmically 3-1. FFT size : 1024, 2048, 4096, 8192, 16384, 32768 (* 16384, 32768 is available in the Pro version.) 3-2. Window function : Hanning, Hamming, Blackman, No window 4. Time Averaging (FFT Frames) : Number of spectrum average for a display of spectrum. 1, 2, 4, 8 (init value: 1) (* 4 and 8 are available in the Pro version.) Higher value will make the spectrum less noisy and more smooth, at the cost of lower time resolution. 5. Spectrum Tilt : Compensates the visual slope of the spectrum around a 1 kHz pivot. -6.0 to +6.0 dB/oct in 0.5 dB/oct steps (0 means no tilt). 6. Frequency Weighting : Selectable frequency weighting. - Flat: No frequency weighting is applied. - dB(A): Frequency response that takes into account human hearing. - dB(C): Relatively flat response. 7. Peak Hold : Displays the results of holding the past maximum values ​​(peak values) of the spectrum. 8. Octave Analysis : Displays the results of classifying the spectrum into octave bands. Division method: - FFT: Spectral display - 1/24, 1/12, 1/6, 1/3, 1 octave: Display divided into octave bands Calc method: - Max: Displays the maximum spectrum value in each band - Average: Displays the average spectrum value in each band 9. Basic Waveforms : - There are 4 types of waveform. (Sine, Triangle, Squire, Saw) - It can set the value of the frequency in 20Hz - 20000Hz. 10. Measurement Signals : - There are multiple types of noise. (White noise, Pink noise, MLS, Sweep, TSP) [Other] - Background color: Black, White - WaveForm: Line Color (Green, Yellow, Invert), Line Width (1.0 ~ 6.0 px) - Spectrum: Bar color (Green, Yellow, Color patterns) - Spectrogram: Colormap, Display range (-150 ~ -60 dB), Display time (4 ~ 60 sec), Apply Spectrum Tilt - Bluetooth connection policy selection (disabled, HFP, A2DP). - Scaling of Waveform / Spectrum display in the Y direction (magnification: 0.5 - 2.0). - Scaling of Spectrum / Spectrogram display in the X direction (magnification: 1.0 - 16.0).

About

LOUDMETER

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LOUDMETER brings loudness analysis to your iPhone and iPad. Check a finished bounce wherever you are, or use your device as a second screen for your Mac’s live meters. ANALYZE AUDIO FILES Open or drop an MP3, WAV, AIFF, FLAC, or M4A file to see: • Integrated LUFS, plus Short-Term and Momentary maxima • True Peak in dBTP, with an over count • Loudness Range and Peak to Loudness Ratio • Stereo correlation and a loudness timeline • Reference targets for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Netflix, and EBU R128 Copy your measurements or export a PNG report. All analysis runs on your device. MIRROR YOUR MAC Connect to LOUDMETER running on a Mac on the same local network. View live measurements on your phone or tablet and reset the Mac’s meters remotely. The connection uses Bonjour. Only measurement and visualization data are transmitted, never your audio. BUILT FOR MIXING AND MASTERING Loudness measurement is based on ITU-R BS.1770-5 and EBU R128, with K-weighting adapted to each file’s sample rate. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, tracking, or analytics. Audio processing stays on your device, and live readings stay on your local network. Questions or feedback? loudmeter.okancam.co

Screenshots

Audio / Spectrum Analyzer4 screens
LOUDMETER4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LOUDMETER at none against Audio / Spectrum Analyzer's 1. LOUDMETER also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. Audio / Spectrum Analyzer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LOUDMETER asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer versus LOUDMETER: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudio / Spectrum AnalyzerLOUDMETER
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLoop-Sessions.LLC.OKAN CAM

Bugs and requests

Audio / Spectrum Analyzer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Stuck on latest measurement
  • White noise instead of expected functionality
  • Disconnects AirPods

Requested features

4 requests
  • Sampling rate adjustment
  • Wave shape tracking
  • Audio file analysis
  • Octave analysis

LOUDMETER

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Audio / Spectrum Analyzer

One-time1
  • Pro (Remove ads, High-Res analysis)$11.99
None

LOUDMETER

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Audio / Spectrum Analyzer free?
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LOUDMETER free?
LOUDMETER is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Audio / Spectrum Analyzer or LOUDMETER have ads?
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer shows ads; LOUDMETER does not.
Which is updated more often, Audio / Spectrum Analyzer or LOUDMETER?
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer ships an update every 2 weeks, and LOUDMETER every 2 weeks. Most recently, Audio / Spectrum Analyzer was updated on November 3, 2026 and LOUDMETER on October 31, 2026.

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