Transcriber vs Gauge King
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Transcriber
This app extracts text from audio and media files, acting as a portable scanner and document library. It allows for easy sharing of transcribed text via PDF.
- Extract text from audio files
- Transcribe live talk
- Share text via PDF
- Portable scanner functionality
- Document library
- Media to text conversion
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Textr is an application for extracting text from any media files, including audio messages from your messengers. Which makes it easy to share the extracted text via a PDF file. It is a portable scanner, converter and portable document library. Most useful and fastest professional media to text conversion app. SUBSCRIPTIONS: Please note, you will need a subscription in order to get access to get access to unlimited extractions. The monthly subscription will be automatically renewed unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current payment period. Your iTunes account will be automatically charged at the same price for renewal within a 24-hour period prior to the end of the current payment period unless you change your subscription preferences in your iTunes Account Settings. When a subscription is cancelled, access to the features will expire at the end of the current payment period. You will get access to all the features for the $1,99 monthly subscription. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Terms of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms--Conditions-03-15-2 Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-03-15-25
Gauge King
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Gauge King turns your iPhone into a clean, customisable digital gauge dashboard for your car. Connect a compatible Bluetooth OBDII reader and view live vehicle telemetry in a modern dashboard designed for drivers, enthusiasts, and anyone who wants a clearer view of what their car is doing. Build your own gauge layout, choose the data that matters to you, and monitor key information in real time. Gauge King can display supported vehicle data such as: RPM Speed Coolant temperature Intake air temperature Throttle position Engine load Battery voltage Fuel-related data as well as shift light layouts, calculated horsepower/Kw data and much more. Gauge King also includes Demo Mode, allowing you to experience the dashboard using simulated telemetry even when you are not connected to an OBDII reader. This is useful for trying layouts, testing gauges, previewing the app, or seeing how the dashboard feels before connecting to a vehicle. Features include: Customisable digital gauge dashboards Audible warnings based on configurable thresholds Apple CarPlay support Compatible Bluetooth OBDII reader support Live vehicle telemetry where supported by the vehicle and adapter Demo Mode with simulated data Performance-inspired gauge layouts Clear connection status Designed for car enthusiasts and everyday drivers Gauge King is built to make vehicle data easier to see, understand, and enjoy. Important notes: Gauge King requires a compatible Bluetooth OBDII reader for live vehicle telemetry. Available telemetry depends on your vehicle, OBDII adapter, and supported sensors. Demo Mode uses simulated data and does not show real vehicle information. Gauge King is intended for information and display purposes only. Always drive safely and follow local road rules. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/โ
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Gauge King at every 5 days against Transcriber's fortnightly. Gauge King also leads on iOS requirement (17.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Transcriber sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days and Gauge King sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Transcriber ships an update fortnightly, Gauge King every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Transcriber | Gauge King |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 10.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | โ |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad โ better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.2 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lukashevych Oleksandr | Mark Ross |
In-app purchases
Transcriber
- $1/2 Weekly Subscription$0.497 Days
- Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
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- Monthly $2 Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- $5 Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
- $5 Monthly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- $15 Annual Subscription$14.991 Year
Gauge King
- Gauge King Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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