Comparison

dBMeter Pro vs Tool Vault

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

Head to head
About

dBMeter Pro

This application transforms your iPhone into a sound level meter for analyzing ambient noise or testing audio equipment. It offers dual-input measurement, a contextual reference guide, and long-term data logging up to 12 hours. Data can be exported for further analysis.

Highlights
  • Dual-input measurement
  • Contextual reference guide
  • Long-term data logging
  • CSV data export
  • External microphone support
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful sound level meter with dBMeter Pro. Whether you are analyzing ambient noise, testing audio equipment, or simply curious about your environment, dBMeter Pro delivers accurate decibel readings with an intuitive interface. Key Capabilities: - Dual-Input Measurement: Seamlessly switch between the iPhone’s built-in microphone for quick checks or connect external measuring microphones for enhanced precision. - Contextual Reference Guide: Don’t just read numbers—understand them. Our visual reference view compares current noise levels to real-world examples (like a library, traffic, or a rock concert) for instant context. - Long-Term Data Logging: Need to monitor noise over time? Record up to 12 hours of continuous samples. - Data Export: Easily export your sessions as CSV files for deep-dive analytics and archiving. Important Note: While dBMeter Pro has been calibrated using professional-grade equipment to ensure high accuracy, it is intended for personal and educational use only. It should not be used as a substitute for certified industrial equipment for professional or legal measurements. The author assumes no liability for damages arising from the use of this software.

About

Tool Vault

Features
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If a tool goes missing, breaks, or needs a warranty claim, can you prove what you own? Tool Vault keeps your tools, serial numbers, receipts, warranties, loans, and PDF reports organized privately on your device. BUILT FOR REAL TOOL COLLECTIONS Add hand tools, power tools, measuring gear, safety equipment, and workshop essentials. Save brand, model, serial number, category, location, purchase price, warranty date, and notes in one clean register. FIND TOOLS FAST Search by name, brand, model, serial number, borrower, location, or notes. Keep a clear view of what is in your garage, van, shelf, or job site kit. TRACK LENDING Mark tools as lent out, add the borrower, and save a due date so gear does not disappear quietly. KEEP PROOF READY Keep the details that matter for warranty claims, theft reports, insurance records, resale, and maintenance. EXPORT CLEAN REPORTS Create CSV exports for backups or spreadsheets. With Tool Vault Pro, generate polished PDF inventory reports for insurance, storage records, or sharing a clean list of your tools. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account is required. Your inventory stays on your device unless you choose to export it. FREE TO START Start with a focused free inventory. Tool Vault Pro unlocks unlimited tools and PDF inventory reports for larger workshops and serious collections. Download Tool Vault and build a tool register you can actually trust. Terms of Use: https://toolsfieldkit.quentin.app/terms

Screenshots

dBMeter Pro4 screens
Tool Vault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tool Vault at Free against dBMeter Pro's $5.99. dBMeter Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Tool Vault is free to download; dBMeter Pro costs $5.99 up front. Tool Vault sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.00 per year. dBMeter Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
dBMeter Pro versus Tool Vault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdBMeter ProTool Vault
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthias SchorerQuentin Dommerc

In-app purchases

None

dBMeter Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Tool Vault

Subscriptions1
  • Tool Vault Pro Yearly$9.001 Year

Questions

Is dBMeter Pro free?
dBMeter Pro costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tool Vault free?
Tool Vault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do dBMeter Pro or Tool Vault have ads?
Neither dBMeter Pro nor Tool Vault shows ads.

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