Comparison

VisiWave vs Frequency Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

VisiWave

Visualize sound waves in real-time by detecting and displaying their frequencies in Hertz. Experience an augmented reality view of the audio environment around you.

Highlights
  • Detects sound frequencies
  • Visualizes sound waves in real-time
  • Measures in Hertz
  • Augmented reality display
  • Real-time audio environment analysis
Features
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VisiWave is an app that lets you detect the frequencies of the sound around you as measured in Hertz. Through some magic, this frequency is rendered so that you can see the sound waves moving around you in real time, right before your very eyes.

About

Frequency Analyzer

Transform your device into a professional audio analysis tool with advanced FFT analysis, SPL monitoring, and detailed visualizations. Record, analyze, and export audio data with precision calibration and multiple weighting filters.

Highlights
  • Real-time FFT analysis
  • Calibrated SPL measurements
  • 32-bit float audio recording
  • Synchronized video recording
  • Spectrogram and octave band analysis
  • Export WAV, CSV, images, and videos
Features
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Transform your device into a professional-grade audio analysis suite with industry-leading 32-bit float processing, precision calibration tools, and comprehensive visualization capabilities. PROFESSIONAL ACOUSTIC MEASUREMENT • Real-time FFT analysis with configurable window sizes up to 4096 points • Reference SPL measurement with calibrated sound pressure level monitoring • Professional microphone correction with frequency-specific calibration curves • Reference tone calibration for precise frequency measurements • Configurable time averaging (0-1000ms) for stable, accurate readings • Industry-standard weighting filters: dBA, dBC, dBZ, and linear magnitude • Multiple window functions: Hanning, Hamming, Blackman ADVANCED VISUALIZATION MODES • High-resolution spectrum analyzer with peak detection • Real-time waveform display • Professional spectrogram • Octave band analysis • Amplitude tracking over time • Total level monitoring with min/max/average statistics POWERFUL RECORDING & ANALYSIS • High-quality 32-bit float audio recording and playback • Synchronized video recording with audio analysis overlay • Event tracking system with timestamped notes • Playback synchronization with all recorded events and measurements • Location mapping for environmental noise surveys • Export capabilities: WAV audio, CSV data, high-resolution images and videos PRECISION DECIBEL MEASUREMENT • Calibrated SPL measurements with reference level adjustment • Real-time dB monitoring with peak hold functionality • Statistical analysis: Leq, Lmax • Configurable time averaging (0-1000ms) • Frequency-weighted noise exposure calculations • Exposure calculator for NIOSH and OSHA IDEAL FOR PROFESSIONALS • Acousticians and audio engineers • Environmental noise consultants • Musicians and sound designers • Room acoustics optimization • Industrial noise monitoring • Educational and research applications • Live sound reinforcement • Building acoustics assessment Download now and unlock the full spectrum of acoustic measurement capabilities. DISCLAIMER This is a consumer application designed for general audio analysis and educational purposes. It is not a certified measurement instrument and should not be used where legally compliant or certified measurements are required. For professional acoustic assessments requiring traceable calibration or regulatory compliance, we recommend using an external calibrated measurement microphone with certified sound level meters. EULA: https://frequency-analyzer.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

VisiWave3 screens
Frequency Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

VisiWave and Frequency Analyzer both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 67% of VisiWave's written reviews are positive against 0% of Frequency Analyzer's. VisiWave also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.2). Frequency Analyzer's advantage is ratings volume (166 vs 8). On price, rating, 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. Frequency Analyzer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. VisiWave asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for VisiWave against 4.5 for Frequency Analyzer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frequency Analyzer has 166 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of VisiWave's written reviews are positive against 0% of Frequency Analyzer's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
VisiWave versus Frequency Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisiWaveFrequency Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings)4.5 (166 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8166 — better
Update frequency—Every 8 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArias Software LLCManfred Kuegel

Customer experience

VisiWave

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Frequency Analyzer

All ratings166 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

VisiWave

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Frequency Analyzer

Subscriptions10
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
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  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual$44.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro access for lifetime$89.99

Questions

Is VisiWave free?
VisiWave is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Frequency Analyzer free?
Frequency Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VisiWave or Frequency Analyzer?
Frequency Analyzer is rated higher. VisiWave averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Frequency Analyzer averages 4.5 from 166 ratings.
Do VisiWave or Frequency Analyzer have ads?
Neither VisiWave nor Frequency Analyzer shows ads.

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