Comparison

Seismometer vs Ampere Watch

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

Head to head
About

Seismometer

This app uses your device's accelerometer to detect and measure vibrations, shakes, and movements. It calculates the energy of these movements and displays them on a logarithmic scale, offering various signal filters and recording capabilities.

Highlights
  • Measure vibrations and movements
  • Uses device accelerometer
  • Calculates energy of movements
  • Logarithmic scale display
  • Signal filters
  • Recordings and CSV export
  • UDP Streaming
Features
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Measure everything that vibrates, shakes or moves. Or why not an actual earthquake? Seismometer uses your iPhone's built in accelerometer to measure movements in two axes, calculate the resulting energy and draw the results on a rolling logarithmic scale. Features: * Different signal filters * Highly configurable * Recordings * CSV exporting of recordings * UDP Streaming http://yellowagents.com/seismometer/ for more info and examples of how to use the streaming protocol.

About

Ampere Watch

Features
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Ampere is a unique and stylish Apple Watch app that transforms your device into a vintage ampere meter, blending modern technology with classic design. The app features an authentic-looking analog dial with a needle that moves in real-time, measuring time on a half circle. With its retro aesthetic, Ampere adds a nostalgic touch to your smartwatch experience, making it both functional and visually appealing. Perfect for tech enthusiasts and lovers of vintage gadgets alike, Ampere provides a delightful way to monitor your health and fitness metrics with a timeless charm.

Screenshots

Seismometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Seismometer at $1.99 against Ampere Watch's $3.99. Seismometer also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Seismometer costs $1.99 and Ampere Watch $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Seismometer versus Ampere Watch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSeismometerAmpere Watch
Price$1.99 — better$3.99
Rating3.3 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 13 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFFFF00 Agents ABCristina Buga

Bugs and requests

Seismometer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when trying to view recordings
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Incompatible with newer iPhone models
  • Screen turns off unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Pause and scroll back through recordings
  • Save and email recorded data
  • Adjustable sensitivity settings
  • Richter scale or other measurement units
  • Ability to record and review vibration history

Ampere Watch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Seismometer

No in-app purchases

None

Ampere Watch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Seismometer free?
Seismometer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ampere Watch free?
Ampere Watch costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Seismometer or Ampere Watch have ads?
Neither Seismometer nor Ampere Watch shows ads.

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