# AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio vs Analyzer

The clearest difference is rating: AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio at 4.8 against Analyzer's 2.9. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 47%) and ratings volume (5.1K vs 11). Analyzer's advantage is price ($14.99 vs $19.99) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio costs $19.99 and Analyzer $14.99 up front. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Analyzer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio has 5.1K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio's written reviews are positive against 47% of Analyzer's.

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio ships an update fortnightly, Analyzer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio | Analyzer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **$14.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiotools-db-sound-and-audio/id325307477/reviews)** | [2.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analyzer/id454225351/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **75.1% of reviews** | 47.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | — |
| Size | 96 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/291822462) | [DSP Mobile](https://appshunter.io/developer/454225356) |

## What reviewers say

### AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiotools-db-sound-and-audio/id325307477)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

This professional audio analysis app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for acoustic measurements, including SPL, RTA, and FFT. It calibrates device microphones for accurate results and allows for the addition of powerful optional modules for advanced analysis.

**Highlights:** SPL Meter with A/C weighting, Real Time Analyzer (RTA), Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) analysis, Speaker Polarity Test, Audio Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, Audio Recorder

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All-In Module Access | $9.99 | per month |
| VU Meter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Polarity Test Module | $3.99 | one-time |
| ETC Module | $5.99 | one-time |
| Speaker Distortion | $5.99 | one-time |
| SPL Pro Module | $7.99 | one-time |
| SPL Graph Module | $9.99 | one-time |
| SPL Traffic Light | $9.99 | one-time |
| SoundScope VR | $24.99 | one-time |
| LARSA | $29.99 | one-time |
| IR Module | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful audio tools
- 🚀 Regularly updated
- 💡 Industry-standard features
- 👍 Accurate measurements
- 👍 Great support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Many features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Buggy iOS port
- 🔒 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Inconsistent functionality
- 🐛 Microphone issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch
- Inaccurate SPL and frequency measurements
- Compatibility issues with iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Add manual
- Improve file export and sharing
- Improve user interface
- Add support for external microphones


### Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/analyzer/id454225351)

This app combines a sound pressure level meter with a multi-band frequency analyzer. It's designed for audio professionals and enthusiasts to evaluate acoustic environments, test equipment, and analyze sound in various settings. Offers advanced features and calibration options for accurate measurements.

**Highlights:** SPL meter with A, B, C, Z weighting, Realtime audio analyzer (RTA), Selectable bandwidth up to 1/1200 octave, FFT analysis with selectable block size, Signal generator (pink/white noise, sine), Touch gesture zoom and reticle functionality, Store, load, and export measurement data

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Apple Earphones | $2.99 | one-time |
| built-in microphones bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Apple In-Ear Headphones | $2.99 | one-time |
| Apple EarPods | $2.99 | one-time |
| MicW i456 | $7.99 | one-time |
| MicW i266 | $7.99 | one-time |
| EDUTIGE  EIM-003 | $7.99 | one-time |
| MicW i436 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Røde smartLav | $9.99 | one-time |
| TASCAM iM2 | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio free?

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio costs $19.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Analyzer free?

Analyzer costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio or Analyzer?

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio is rated higher. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Analyzer averages 2.9 from 11 ratings.

### Do AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio or Analyzer have ads?

Neither AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio nor Analyzer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio or Analyzer?

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio ships an update fortnightly, and Analyzer every 6 weeks. Most recently, AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio was updated on October 27, 2026 and Analyzer on October 26, 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.*