Comparison

ShowPattern vs Metrics Data

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

Head to head
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ShowPattern

Features
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ShowPattern is a tool application. It runs on iOS devices, listens connection request form display test system and renders requested test pattern on screen during the automatic display testing. The test patterns are drawn on-screen real-time from a set of scale-free mathematical equations so it renders exact and accurate test patterns for any display resolution and any screen aspect ratio.

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Metrics Data

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Metrics Data for AdSense gives publishers a fast, focused way to view Google AdSense and Google Analytics 4 performance on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and widgets. Users sign in with their existing Google account to access their own Google-provided data. Metrics Data does not provide a standalone account system, social profile login choice, or independent authentication backend. Track key metrics: - Estimated earnings and revenue - RPM and CTR - Page views, impressions, and clicks - Trends over time with clear visual charts Highlights: - Clean dashboard with customizable metric cards - Interactive charts and detailed KPI views - Date-range filtering and metric breakdowns - Home Screen widgets for quick daily checks - Apple Watch app, Smart Stack widgets, and complications - Secure Google sign-in for AdSense and GA4 data Dashboard Access Users choose a connector, either Google AdSense or Google Analytics 4, and enter the dashboard with that selected data source. Live Account Data With Subscription A subscription unlocks Google sign-in and real account sync, including: - Real earnings and revenue metrics from the connected account - Real RPM and CTR - Real impressions, clicks, and page views - Real date-range filtering: 7D, 30D, 3M, 1Y, This Month, Last Month - Real breakdowns by country, platform, or ad unit where supported - Ongoing refresh and current account selection Without Subscription Users can still open the app and explore the dashboard with demo data, but no real Google account connection is available. Built for creators, publishers, and site owners who want quick insight without unnecessary complexity. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ShowPattern4 screens
Metrics Data4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShowPattern at none against Metrics Data's 4. ShowPattern also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 17.0). Metrics Data's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Metrics Data sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ShowPattern asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShowPattern ships an update every 4 months, Metrics Data fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
ShowPattern versus Metrics Data: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShowPatternMetrics Data
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.4 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerη•™δΊ‘ ε·’Hilthart Pedersen

In-app purchases

None

ShowPattern

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Metrics Data

Subscriptions3
  • Premium monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium half-year7 Days trial$3.996 Months
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime Access$24.99

Questions

Is ShowPattern free?
ShowPattern is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Metrics Data free?
Metrics Data is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ShowPattern or Metrics Data have ads?
Neither ShowPattern nor Metrics Data shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShowPattern or Metrics Data?
ShowPattern ships an update every 4 months, and Metrics Data fortnightly. Most recently, ShowPattern was updated on October 4, 2026 and Metrics Data on October 10, 2026.

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