Comparison

Attenuator vs dB Master

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

Head to head
About

Attenuator

Calculate output voltage, power, and attenuation based on input values and dB of attenuation. Features NMR-specific calculations for pulses and measures local magnetic fields and barometric pressure.

Highlights
  • Calculate output voltage and power
  • Specify input voltage (Vpp or Vrms)
  • Calculate attenuation in dB
  • NMR pulse calculations
  • Measure local magnetic field
  • Display barometric pressure
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Attenuator is a utility for anyone working with radio frequency sources and needs to know power and voltage after attenuation. You can specify an input voltage (Vpp or Vrms) and dB of attenuation to get the output voltage, power and attenuation. The impedance can be specified, typically 50Ω for most systems. There is a new emphasis on NMR utility, with options for calculating pulses based on reference power and pulse length. Powers are in Watts, dBm, and dB values. Measure local magnetic field to check stray static fields from magnets. See the local barometric pressure, useful if the magnet boil-off is high

About

dB Master

Features
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dB Master is a fast, accurate, and easy-to-use sound level meter that turns your phone into a professional noise measurement tool. Perfect for checking environmental noise, testing audio equipment, or simply understanding the loudness around you. Features: Real-time dB measurement (min, max, average) Live sound graphs for clear noise visualization Peak hold & noise alerts Frequency spectrum analysis Calibration settings for improved accuracy Simple, clean interface Whether you're measuring traffic noise, monitoring workplace sound, or testing speakers, dB Master gives you reliable and intuitive noise level readings anytime, anywhere. Download dB Master and take control of your sound environment.

Screenshots

Attenuator4 screens
dB Master3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Attenuator at none against dB Master's shown. dB Master's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 7 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Attenuator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and dB Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Attenuator ships an update every 7 months, dB Master every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Attenuator versus dB Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAttenuatordB Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim E. BurrowGKM Interactive UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Attenuator

One-time1
  • Remove all ads$1.99
1 purchases

dB Master

One-time1
  • Premium$1.99

Questions

Is Attenuator free?
Attenuator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is dB Master free?
dB Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Attenuator or dB Master have ads?
dB Master shows ads; Attenuator does not.
Which is updated more often, Attenuator or dB Master?
Attenuator ships an update every 7 months, and dB Master every 3 days. Most recently, Attenuator was updated on October 1, 2026 and dB Master on October 10, 2026.

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