Comparison

FullControl vs Decibel Meter

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

Head to head
About

FullControl

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your Mac. Effortlessly manage applications, control media playback, navigate files, and even use your device as a keyboard and trackpad. Offers extensive customization for a personalized computing experience.

Highlights
  • Custom commands for each Mac application
  • Launch applications and control media
  • Remote keyboard and trackpad functionality
  • File browser and launcher
  • Shutdown, restart, and sleep Mac
  • Live screenshots and volume control (in-app purchase)
Features
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FullControl is a fun, and easy-to-use app that turns your iPhone or iPad into a remote control. So you can control your computer with a tap or flick of a finger. Why is FullControl so different? • there are specific commands for each Mac application, for ALL Mac applications! • high commands customization; • launch applications; • volume control; • navigate through Mac filesystem and open files; • remote keyboard and mouse. Do you want to skip to the next track? There is a fast command for this! Do you need to stop the movie? There is a command for this! Want to start a video? Do not look for it with the mouse, FullControl allows you to access the contents of folders on your Mac and launch files with the program of your choice! ### ALL FEATURES ### • Custom command FOR EACH Mac application • Launch applications in the folder "Applications" and in the Dock • Remote keyboard • Remote trackpad • Shutdown, restart, and putting to sleep the Mac • File browser and file launcher • Automatic server detection # In-App Purchases FEATURES # • Numeric pad • Live screenshots of your Mac • Volume control • Brightness control • Music control (play, pause, next, previous) • Prevent device screen lock toggle FullControl just installed, you have already provided the commands to control your music on iTunes, Spotify, the videos play on VLC, QuickTime, manage live TV on EyeTV! Requirements • Mac Intel with Mac OS 10.14 (or higher) • FullControlHelper (3.1.9 or higher) installed on your Mac • Accessibility API enabled for FullControlHelper • Wifi/LAN FullControlHelper is available for free at http://fullcontrol.cescobaz.com/

About

Decibel Meter

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Decibel Meter - Precision Tool turns your Apple Watch into a professional-grade sound level monitor. Get real-time decibel readings with a beautifully designed gauge interface, right on your wrist. REAL-TIME SOUND MONITORING Measure ambient noise levels instantly with a responsive, high-refresh metering engine. The precision gauge updates 20 times per second, giving you accurate readings from whisper-quiet rooms to loud concert venues. PROFESSIONAL GAUGE DISPLAY A sleek speedometer-style arc visualizes sound intensity from 0 to 120 dB. The dynamic needle moves smoothly with spring physics, making it easy to read levels at a glance. SMART COLOR INDICATORS Instantly understand your sound environment: Green: Safe levels below 75 dB Yellow: Moderate exposure between 75-90 dB Red: Dangerous levels above 90 dB PROTECT YOUR HEARING Prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 dB can cause permanent hearing damage. Decibel Meter helps you stay aware of your surroundings whether you are at a concert, working with power tools, commuting, or checking your baby's room. PRIVACY FIRST No audio is ever recorded or stored. The microphone is used exclusively for real-time level measurement. Your sound data stays on your device and is never transmitted anywhere. DESIGNED FOR APPLE WATCH Built natively for watchOS with SwiftUI. Optimized for all Apple Watch sizes including Apple Watch Ultra. Lightweight, fast, and battery-conscious. Perfect for musicians, audio engineers, parents, construction workers, commuters, and anyone who cares about hearing health.

Screenshots

FullControl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FullControl at Free against Decibel Meter's $1.99. Decibel Meter'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

FullControl is free to download; Decibel Meter costs $1.99 up front. FullControl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Decibel Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FullControl versus Decibel Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFullControlDecibel Meter
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.5 (219 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings219 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancesco BurelliEmrah Korkmaz

Bugs and requests

FullControl

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cursor freezes or behaves unexpectedly
  • Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
  • Certain commands not working as intended

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add volume and brightness controls
  • Improve mouse/trackpad responsiveness
  • Integrate with voice assistants
  • Allow remote login and power on/off
  • Improve UI and customization options

Decibel Meter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FullControl

One-time1
  • Pro upgrade$1.99
None

Decibel Meter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FullControl free?
FullControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Decibel Meter free?
Decibel Meter costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do FullControl or Decibel Meter have ads?
Neither FullControl nor Decibel Meter shows ads.

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