Comparison

SignalScope Basic 2020 vs Word Search Solver ‧

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

Head to head
About

SignalScope Basic 2020

This app provides essential tools for engineers, students, and hobbyists to analyze acoustics, audio, and electronics. It offers features like oscilloscopes, FFT analyzers, and spectrograms for detailed signal measurement and calibration.

Highlights
  • Signal analysis from audio input
  • Engineering unit assignment and calibration
  • Support for digital accelerometers and microphones
  • Frequency response correction
  • Adjustable audio sample rates
  • Data saving to CSV, TXT, and MAT files
  • Oscilloscope, FFT, Spectrogram, and XY Plotter tools
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NOTE: This app is no longer recommended for purchase. SignalScope X version 13+ offers perpetual license options as well as subscriptions. SignalScope Basic 2020 offers a basic tool set to meet your measurement and analysis needs as an engineer, consultant, educator, student, researcher, or savvy hobbyist in areas such as acoustics (sound and vibration), audio, electronics, and electroacoustics. Features: - Analyze signals coming from the Mac or iOS device’s current audio input device. - Assign engineering units to your input signals and calibrate external transducers for accurate measurements. - Assign input channel units and sensitivities for individual USB Audio devices. - Direct support for Digiducer digital accelerometers and 485B39 USB ICP signal conditioner from The Modal Shop. - Direct support for miniDSP UMIK-1 measurement microphone and EARS headphone/IEM measurement system. - Nominal acoustic sensitivities included for iPhone and iPad built-in microphones, voltage sensitivities for headset input (including the Lightning-to-headset adapter included with recent iPhone models) - Manually switch between available audio input sources. - Load microphone frequency response data (FRD) and apply frequency response correction (FRC) to FFT-based measurements. - Manually adjust audio sample rates, even up to 192 kHz, depending on input hardware. - Save acquired measurement data to CSV, tab-delimited ASCII text, or MAT files. - Save high-resolution analyzer display images to PDF files. - Retrieve your data files from your device via Files (iCloud Drive), iTunes File Sharing, or through a web browser on another device. Files may also be opened in other compatible apps (e.g. Mail, Notes, Numbers, Dropbox, etc). Basic Tools: - Oscilloscope - Basic oscilloscope and triggering functions. - FFT Analyzer - Spectrum analyzer with user-settable frequency limits and basic triggering - 2D Real-time Spectrogram Analyzer - XY Plotter - Create Lissajous curves on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Learn more about SignalScope Basic 2020 at FaberAcoustical.com. SignalScope Basic 2020 will receive major upgrades, consistent with those available in the SignalScope X Basic Tool Set subscription, through calendar year 2021, after which it will receive maintenance updates for a limited time. It can be used indefinitely thereafter on a compatible version of iOS.

About

Word Search Solver ‧

This app uses AI to instantly solve word search puzzles by scanning them from photos or files. It highlights found words, supports multiple languages, and keeps a history of your solved puzzles. Designed for ease of use, it offers an edge for puzzle enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • AI-powered puzzle recognition
  • Instant word highlighting
  • Multi-language support
  • Smart image import
  • Game history and notes
  • Accessibility features
Features
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Word Search Solver Pro uses cutting-edge AI to turn your phone into the ultimate word puzzle assistant. Simply snap a photo or upload a word search puzzle, and the app instantly processes the grid so you can find hidden words faster than ever before. Key Features • AI-Powered Puzzle Recognition Quickly scan printed or digital word searches—our advanced AI reads and digitizes the puzzle with remarkable accuracy. • Instant Word Finder Type or tap a word, and watch it light up on the grid. The app highlights the word’s location instantly, saving you time and frustration. • Multi-Language Support Solve word search puzzles in multiple languages, perfect for polyglots or language learners. • Smart Image Import Import puzzles from your photo library or files—ideal for games in newspapers, books, or screenshots. • Game History & Notes Track your solved puzzles, revisit your progress, and leave notes or highlights to come back later. • Accessibility-First Design High-contrast colors, voice guidance, and adjustable font sizes ensure everyone can enjoy solving with ease. Whether you’re stuck on a tricky puzzle or just want a faster way to play, Word Search Solver Pro gives you the edge you need. Full functionality requires an active subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.theapp.studio/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.theapp.studio/privacy

Screenshots

SignalScope Basic 20204 screens
Word Search Solver ‧4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SignalScope Basic 2020 at 100% against Word Search Solver ‧'s 27%. SignalScope Basic 2020 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Word Search Solver ‧'s advantage is price (Free vs $59.99) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On ads 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

Word Search Solver ‧ is free to download; SignalScope Basic 2020 costs $59.99 up front. Word Search Solver ‧ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. SignalScope Basic 2020 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SignalScope Basic 2020 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Word Search Solver ‧ has 485 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of SignalScope Basic 2020's written reviews are positive against 27% of Word Search Solver ‧'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SignalScope Basic 2020 ships an update every 6 weeks, Word Search Solver ‧ every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
SignalScope Basic 2020 versus Word Search Solver ‧: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSignalScope Basic 2020Word Search Solver ‧
Price$59.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.6 (485 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better27.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1485 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.2 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFaber Acoustical, LLCThe App Studio

Customer experience

SignalScope Basic 2020

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Word Search Solver ‧

All ratings82 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative72.7%

In-app purchases

None

SignalScope Basic 2020

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Word Search Solver ‧

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited Access$2.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$19.991 Year
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  • Unlimited Access$24.991 Year

Questions

Is SignalScope Basic 2020 free?
SignalScope Basic 2020 costs $59.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Word Search Solver ‧ free?
Word Search Solver ‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SignalScope Basic 2020 or Word Search Solver ‧?
SignalScope Basic 2020 is rated higher. SignalScope Basic 2020 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Word Search Solver ‧ averages 4.6 from 485 ratings.
Do SignalScope Basic 2020 or Word Search Solver ‧ have ads?
Neither SignalScope Basic 2020 nor Word Search Solver ‧ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SignalScope Basic 2020 or Word Search Solver ‧?
SignalScope Basic 2020 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Word Search Solver ‧ every 2 days. Most recently, SignalScope Basic 2020 was updated on October 16, 2026 and Word Search Solver ‧ on October 28, 2026.

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