Comparison

QMP vs dB Meter Ultra

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

Head to head

Precise Sound Meter

About

QMP

Features

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About

dB Meter Ultra

This utility transforms your iPhone into a precise sound level meter. It offers real-time noise measurement with clear displays, analysis tools, and historical data logging. Ideal for various environments from studios to mobile situations.

Highlights

Real-time live level display
dB(A), dB(C), and unweighted dB
Large VU meter and waveform display
History chart and session log
Peak alarm with vibration
Adjustable calibration offset

Features

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dB Meter Ultra turns your iPhone into a modern sound level meter for quick noise checks. The app measures levels in real time and combines a clear live display with analysis tools for everyday use, studio work, rehearsals, workshops, and mobile situations. Features: • real-time live level display • dB(A), dB(C), and unweighted dB • large VU meter • waveform display • history chart • RMS, peak, max hold, and session average • measurement duration and session log as a text file • peak alarm with vibration and screen flash • loudness comparison, e.g. conversation, traffic, or concert • calibration status shown directly in the display • adjustable calibration offset • reset for max, session, and measurement values • German/English language switching • clear redesigned main layout • improved setup with technical measurement explanation Ideal for quick loudness checks, soundchecks, audio use, rehearsals, technical environments, and mobile sound level measurement.

Screenshots

QMP4 screens

dB Meter Ultra4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QMP at none against dB Meter Ultra's 1. QMP also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. dB Meter Ultra sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QMP asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QMP ships an update every 6 months, dB Meter Ultra every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level

QMP versus dB Meter Ultra: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	QMP	dB Meter Ultra
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	—	100.0% of reviews
Update frequency	Every 6 months	Every 4 months — better
Ads	No — better	Yes
In-app purchases	No — better	Yes
Monetization	—	Free with in-app purchases
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better	iPhone
Requires iOS	11.0 — better	18.6
Further details — not scored
Size	170 MB	5 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	Maik Stotz	Kurenz Music GbR

In-app purchases

None

QMP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

dB Meter Ultra

One-time1

Remove Ads$0.99

Questions

Is QMP free?

QMP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is dB Meter Ultra free?

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

Do QMP or dB Meter Ultra have ads?

dB Meter Ultra shows ads; QMP does not.

Which is updated more often, QMP or dB Meter Ultra?

QMP ships an update every 6 months, and dB Meter Ultra every 4 months. Most recently, QMP was updated on October 27, 2026 and dB Meter Ultra on October 18, 2026.