Comparison

IMS MIA vs OSpectrometer

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

Head to head
About

IMS MIA

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Combined together with surcon from IMS Messsysteme GmbH this app creates a perfect way to easily browse and navigate through defects. Supported systems: * surcon 3D for slabs, heavy plate mill, tubes, and long products * surcon 2D for strips in hot, and cold rolling mills Core features: * Access to multiple inspection systems * Browsing and filtering defects based on advanced parameters * Detailed view of defect intensity and properties

About

OSpectrometer

This app uses your device's camera and screen to perform basic optical spectroscopy. Analyze the visible light spectrum of objects, map light wavelengths to RGB values, and save or share your findings. It functions offline without external hardware.

Highlights
  • Visible light spectrum analysis
  • RGB color value mapping
  • Wavelength selection and scanning
  • Front camera reflection sensing
  • Save and share results
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Optical spectroscopy in the visible light spectrum is a commonly used tool in different fields such as health, manufacturing, art, and forensic research. OSpectrometer implements basic spectrometer functions using the built-in camera and screen without requiring external devices or programs. - Visible light spectrum is transformed and mapped to a function that generates RGB (Red Green Blue) color values - A specific light wavelength can be selected and used to illuminate a desired target (i.e., close to the screen) - The whole spectrum or a specific part of the spectrum can be selected and scanned - Front camera is used to sense the reflection from the target object - Consistent and repeatable reflection/absorption amplitude with respect to the color spectrum - The result can be saved and shared - Works offline, no need to connect to any network or internet Privacy-policy: https://software.nanorescenter.com/osprectrometer-privacy-policy Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

IMS MIA4 screens
OSpectrometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IMS MIA at none against OSpectrometer's 2. IMS MIA also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). OSpectrometer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 14 months). 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. OSpectrometer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. IMS MIA asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IMS MIA ships an update every 14 months, OSpectrometer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
IMS MIA versus OSpectrometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIMS MIAOSpectrometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIMS Messsysteme GmbHNANO ELECTRONICS RESEARCH MUHENDISLIK ARASTIRMA GELISTIRME LIMITED SIRKETI

In-app purchases

None

IMS MIA

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

OSpectrometer

Subscriptions2
  • month3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • year3 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is IMS MIA free?
IMS MIA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OSpectrometer free?
OSpectrometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IMS MIA or OSpectrometer have ads?
Neither IMS MIA nor OSpectrometer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IMS MIA or OSpectrometer?
IMS MIA ships an update every 14 months, and OSpectrometer every 2 weeks. Most recently, IMS MIA was updated on October 9, 2026 and OSpectrometer on October 15, 2026.

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