Comparison

Sound Meter (SPL meter) vs Wavemini

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

Head to head
About

Sound Meter (SPL meter)

This utility app uses your device's microphone to measure ambient noise levels in decibels. It displays readings with graphical representations and provides historical data like minimum, average, and maximum values. Calibration options are available for different devices.

Highlights
  • Measures noise in decibels (dB)
  • Displays decibel readings on a gauge
  • Shows current, min, avg, and max dB values
  • Graphs decibel levels over time
  • Tracks elapsed time of measurements
  • Allows device-specific decibel calibration
Features
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Sound Meter is also known as Sound Pressure Level meter (SPL meter) , noise level meter, decibel meter(dB meter), sound level meter or soundmeter. You can experience tidy graphic design with high frame by this smart sound meter app. The noise level meter or sound pressure level Meter(SPL meter) use the smartphone or tablet microphone to measure environmental noise in decibels(dB). The decibel(dB) value of this noise level meter or soundmeter might be vary compare with an actual Sound Meter(dB Meter). Features: - Indicates decibel by gauge - Display the current noise reference - Display min/avg/max decibel values - Display decibel by graph line - Display Elapsed time of decibel - Can calibrate the decibel for each devices NOTE: Microphones in most devices are aligned to human voice and the maximum values are limited by the hardware. Very loud sounds (~90 dB and more) may not be recognized. So please use it as just an auxiliary tools. If you need more accurate dB values, we recommend a actual sound level meter for that.

About

Wavemini

Features
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WaveMini is an innovative AR-powered app that brings immersive experiences to life. Seamlessly interact with augmented reality content, scan markers, and unlock dynamic 3D visuals in real-time.

Screenshots

Sound Meter (SPL meter)4 screens
Wavemini4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Wavemini at Free against Sound Meter (SPL meter)'s $0.99. Wavemini also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Wavemini is free to download; Sound Meter (SPL meter) costs $0.99 up front. Sound Meter (SPL meter) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Wavemini asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sound Meter (SPL meter) ships an update every 6 weeks, Wavemini every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 4 level
Sound Meter (SPL meter) versus Wavemini: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSound Meter (SPL meter)Wavemini
Price$0.99Free β€” better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationAd-supportedβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better14.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size25 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperεΊ†ιΈΏ ζž—Alok Maurya

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Sound Meter (SPL meter)

One-time1
  • Premium Access$0.99
None

Wavemini

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sound Meter (SPL meter) free?
Sound Meter (SPL meter) costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Wavemini free?
Wavemini is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sound Meter (SPL meter) or Wavemini have ads?
Sound Meter (SPL meter) shows ads; Wavemini does not.
Which is updated more often, Sound Meter (SPL meter) or Wavemini?
Sound Meter (SPL meter) ships an update every 6 weeks, and Wavemini every 2 weeks. Most recently, Sound Meter (SPL meter) was updated on October 15, 2026 and Wavemini on September 25, 2026.

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