# Decibel Meter vs TetherAudio

The clearest difference is rating: TetherAudio at 5.0 against Decibel Meter's 4.3. TetherAudio also leads on ads (none vs shown). Decibel Meter's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (347 vs 6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Decibel Meter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and TetherAudio sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TetherAudio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Decibel Meter has 347 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Decibel Meter | TetherAudio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (347 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-meter-sound-db/id1583767670/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tetheraudio/id6815264167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **347** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 81.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 51 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [OV MEDIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1634593107) | [Cory Green](https://appshunter.io/developer/1656262598) |

## What reviewers say

### Decibel Meter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-meter-sound-db/id1583767670)

Transform your device into a professional decibel meter to measure and track sound levels in real-time. Save measurements, view history charts, and set custom alerts for excessive noise. Useful for documenting sound exposure or identifying noise sources.

**Highlights:** Real-time decibel meter, Save and export noise measurements, Noise history charts, Customizable noise alerts, Offline functionality, SPL meter

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Noise Level Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Noise Level Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Noise Level Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate measurements
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📊 Detailed data tracking
- 🔔 Helpful alerts
- 🔍 Versatile monitoring

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Inconsistent readings
- 🤔 Questionable accuracy

**Reported bugs**

- Unresponsive in loud environments
- Erratic gauge behavior

**Requested features**

- Reset measurement history
- Customizable alert thresholds
- Expanded data export options


### TetherAudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tetheraudio/id6815264167)

This app transforms your iPhone into a high-quality speaker for your computer using a USB connection. Enjoy uncompressed audio streaming with adjustable latency and background playback. It's designed for seamless integration without Wi-Fi or cellular data usage.

**Highlights:** Stream computer audio to iPhone, USB connection for uncompressed audio, Adjustable latency settings, Background playback and screen lock support, Automatic reconnection after disconnects, Detailed statistics for link quality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Access | $2.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Decibel Meter free?

Decibel Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TetherAudio free?

TetherAudio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Decibel Meter or TetherAudio?

TetherAudio is rated higher. Decibel Meter averages 4.3 out of 5 from 347 ratings, while TetherAudio averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Decibel Meter or TetherAudio have ads?

Decibel Meter shows ads; TetherAudio does not.

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