# AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio vs Spectrum Analyzer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio at 75% against Spectrum Analyzer's 5%. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and ads (none vs shown). Spectrum Analyzer's advantage is price (Free vs $19.99). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Spectrum Analyzer is free to download; AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio costs $19.99 up front. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Spectrum Analyzer sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio has 5.1K ratings behind it against 197, 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 5% of Spectrum Analyzer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio | Spectrum Analyzer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiotools-db-sound-and-audio/id325307477/reviews)** | [4.2 (197 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectrum-analyzer-spectrogram/id981810895/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 197 |
| Positive reviews | **74.8% of reviews** | 5.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | — |
| Size | 94 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/291822462) | [Music Breath](https://appshunter.io/developer/1140008995) |

## 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


### Spectrum Analyzer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectrum-analyzer-spectrogram/id981810895)

Visualize audio frequencies with real-time analysis. Features include a sound level meter, multichannel harmonic analysis, and adjustable graphical representations. Gain insights into your sound environment with advanced tools.

**Highlights:** Sound level meter, Multichannel harmonic analysis, Adjustable graphics, AI-powered sound source analyzer, Real-time analysis, FFT analysis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer | $9.99 | per month |
| One Month Sale | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Week Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Year Sub. with discount | $19.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $25.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| 2 months subscription | $39.99 | per 2 months |
| No Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Additional Settings Controls | $15.99 | one-time |
| Full Pack + No Ads | $19.99 | one-time |
| Get More | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Accurate frequency identification
- ✅ Clear and easy-to-read display
- ✅ Useful noise floor setup feature
- ✅ Works well when ads are removed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Extremely aggressive monetization strategy
- 📢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔊 Loud ads that ignore device mute settings
- 🚫 Requires subscription/payment to access core features
- 😤 Deceptive purchase practices and accidental charges

**Reported bugs**

- App becomes unusable after iOS 16 update
- Crashes immediately on iPhone 5 with iOS 7
- Cannot exit app on iPhone X without reboot
- App freezes when changing settings or views
- Inaccurate frequency readings

**Requested features**

- Audio file import functionality
- Customizable background colors for chroma key compatibility
- Ability to record audio instead of only analyzing
- Better documentation and help files
- Improved sensitivity for detecting soft sounds


## Frequently asked questions

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

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

### Is Spectrum Analyzer free?

Spectrum Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio is rated higher. AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Spectrum Analyzer averages 4.2 from 197 ratings.

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

Spectrum Analyzer shows ads; AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio does not.

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

AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio ships an update fortnightly, and Spectrum Analyzer fortnightly. Most recently, AudioTools, dB, Sound & Audio was updated on September 23, 2026 and Spectrum Analyzer on September 24, 2026.

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