# Pokit vs Decibel Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Decibel Reader at 80% against Pokit's 27%. Decibel Reader also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Pokit's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pokit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Decibel Reader sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Decibel Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 24 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Pokit's written reviews are positive against 80% of Decibel Reader's.

Pokit ships an update every 2 months, Decibel Reader every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pokit | Decibel Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokit/id1586904439/reviews) | **[4.5 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-reader/id6451411046/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **24** |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pokit Innovations Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586904441) | [Andy Sutanto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659282966) |

## What reviewers say

### Pokit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokit/id1586904439)

This utility app connects wirelessly to Pokit devices for portable measurement and logging. It offers an easy-to-use interface for makers, technicians, and engineers to measure anything, anywhere, at a lower cost than traditional tools.

**Highlights:** Wireless connection to Pokit devices, Portable measurement and logging, Easy-to-use interface, Pinch and zoom waveforms, Measure anything, anywhere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Range Tester Module - Outright | $79.99 | one-time |


### Decibel Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decibel-reader/id6451411046)

Measure ambient noise levels with real-time readings, tracking minimum, average, and maximum decibels. Offers calibration for accuracy and a dark mode for comfortable viewing. This tool helps you understand your sound environment.

**Highlights:** Real-time decibel measurement, Calibration for accuracy, Track min, average, and max noise levels, Dark mode for low-light use, Simple and intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Decibel Meter Pro - 1 Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Decibel Meter Pro - 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Sound Level Meter - 6 Months | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Noise Level Meter - 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Decibel Meter Pro - 1Y 2 | $29.99 | per year |
| dB Meter Pro | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pokit free?

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

### Is Decibel Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pokit or Decibel Reader?

Decibel Reader is rated higher. Pokit averages 3.1 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Decibel Reader averages 4.5 from 24 ratings.

### Do Pokit or Decibel Reader have ads?

Decibel Reader shows ads; Pokit does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pokit or Decibel Reader?

Pokit ships an update every 2 months, and Decibel Reader every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pokit was updated on September 22, 2026 and Decibel Reader on September 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*