Comparison

EMF Analytics vs Magnetometer

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

Head to head
About

EMF Analytics

Detect electromagnetic fields (EMF) with your device's sensor. View live and historical readings, switch measurement units, and utilize visual and auditory alerts. Includes a flashlight for investigations.

Highlights
  • Live EMF reading display
  • Timelapse graph of previous readings
  • Toggle between uT and mG units
  • Minimum and maximum reading display
  • Flashlight control
  • Colored LED strength indicator
  • Sound and vibration alerts
Features
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A simple yet effective EMF detector! The detector is as ACCURATE as the sensor of your device. You can use this simple application to detect EMF (Electromagnetic Fields). Which is given off by many electrical devices, power cables and even ghosts! Its suitable for paranormal investigators. And for detecting dangerous levels of EMF within your environment. Our EMF Analytics app offers more functionality and sensory data than most competitive apps. The live EMF reading is shown, as well as previous readings with the timelapse graph. You can switch between Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) measurement units. The minimum and maximum readings or also kept on screen throughout your session on the app. The large bright LED's with different colours will show the strength level of the EMF. Sound and vibrations can be turned on and off so you don't miss any spikes. We have included a light option to turn your devices flashlight on and off. Which is ideal for paranormal investigations who wish to ghost hunt in the dark. X, Y, Z readings also help show the axis on which the strongest readings are being detected. Features - Current EMF reading displayed - Previous EMF readings are shown on the graph - The minimum and maximum readings are displayed - Toggle for Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) - Flashlight can be turned on and off - Large coloured lights show EMF reading strength - Sound and vibration can be turned on and off - Screen will not lock whilst in use - Well-presented UI - X,Y,Z axis displayed This app uses the built-in magnetic sensor (compass) inside your device. And displays the live reading with a line of coloured LEDs, giving you a clear view of EMF levels. You can switch between units of measurement Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) quickly and easily with a toggle button. You can use this application to quickly measure and magnetism and electromagnetism, earths geomagnetic field, ghosts and electrical devices. It can be used as a detector for EMF, magnets, metals, ghosts and paranormal entities. IMPORTANT: This app uses your devices built in magnetic sensor. If your phone or device does not have this sensor, the app will not display any measurements. If the readings are 0, it means that this app is not able to work on your device. Please avoid placing your phone near high voltage electrical devices like transformers, as you may damage it. Use the app at your own risk.

About

Magnetometer

This application uses your iPhone's compass to detect electromagnetic interference, helping you find metal objects or magnets. It's designed for fun and experimental purposes, not as a professional tool. Discover hidden metal items or simply explore the magnetic fields around you.

Highlights
  • Detects metal and magnets
  • Uses iPhone's compass
  • Measures EMF interference
  • Fun and experimental use
  • Simple user interface
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Magnetometer is a fun app for finding metal or magnets by detecting EMF interference with your iPhone's compass heading. Find your keys, or just have fun discovering what could be made of metal. Magnetometer is not meant to replace an actual, professional-grade metal detector. Magnetometer presents simple information to the user about the interference experiences. For more scientific data, please turn to other great apps on the App Store. Magnetometer is made for fun and for experimental purposes and is not designed for scientific use. Also, don't drop your iPhone in sand hoping to find treasure; it's risky.

Screenshots

EMF Analytics3 screens
Magnetometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EMF Analytics at Free against Magnetometer's $0.99. EMF Analytics also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 34 months) and ratings volume (69 vs 13). Magnetometer's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (86% vs 66%). On ads and in-app purchases 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

EMF Analytics is free to download; Magnetometer costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Magnetometer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EMF Analytics has 69 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of EMF Analytics's written reviews are positive against 86% of Magnetometer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EMF Analytics ships an update every 2 days, Magnetometer every 34 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
EMF Analytics versus Magnetometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEMF AnalyticsMagnetometer
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.0 (69 ratings)4.4 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.8% of reviews85.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings69 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 34 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpiritShack LtdBogdan Gavriluta

Customer experience

EMF Analytics

All ratings69 ratings
Positive76.8%
Neutral2.9%
Negative20.3%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive65.8%
Neutral7.9%
Negative26.3%

Magnetometer

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral15.4%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

EMF Analytics

No in-app purchases

None

Magnetometer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EMF Analytics free?
EMF Analytics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magnetometer free?
Magnetometer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EMF Analytics or Magnetometer?
Magnetometer is rated higher. EMF Analytics averages 4.0 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while Magnetometer averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.
Do EMF Analytics or Magnetometer have ads?
Neither EMF Analytics nor Magnetometer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EMF Analytics or Magnetometer?
EMF Analytics ships an update every 2 days, and Magnetometer every 34 months. Most recently, EMF Analytics was updated on September 28, 2026 and Magnetometer on September 22, 2026.

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