Comparison

Oscilloscope vs Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

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

Head to head
About

Oscilloscope

Analyze audio and analog signals with a portable oscilloscope. Features include waveform display, triggering controls, and a built-in signal generator for various waveforms. Supports external input for more advanced measurements.

Highlights
  • Real-time waveform display
  • Triggering modes
  • Signal measurement cursors
  • Built-in signal generator
  • Dual channel input support
  • Reference signal calibration
  • Export traces as text file
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"I use this for analog, and audio measurements. Attach an Apple USB adapter and a $40 stereo A-D converter available online, and my iPad is like a $300 O'Scope." -thymeout- Oscilloscope app is great for analyzing audio range signals, or learning oscilloscope measurement basics. The interface includes many standard oscilloscope controls, such as: triggering, time and voltage per division, signal measurement cursors, and more. The app incorporates a signal (function) generator capable of generating sine, square, triangle, and sawtooth waveforms of up to 22 KHz. Calibration to an external reference signal is supported, guaranteeing the accuracy of measurements. Input can be acquired via the built-in microphone or an external mic/probe connected to the headset connector. For best results, use an external audio interface connected to your device dock. This allows for standard audio equipment to be connected, as well as for dual channel input. Oscilloscope probes also be connected (using a BNC connector). When feeding external signals via probes, you should take care not to exceed 1V AC voltage. Currently iDevices support only AC input. For up-to-date information on feeding signals and currently supported audio interfaces, please visit http://oa.onyx3.com Feature Highlights: ● Real-time waveform display (60 FPS) ● Triggering modes: Normal, Auto, Single ● Set trigger level and pre-trigger time ● Dual channel signal generator ● Reference signal calibration ● Pause function to get a screen capture ● Export traces as text file for further analysis ● Measure signal data using cursors ● Use "finger pinch" on screen to set voltage and time base ● Double tap screen to enter Black Panel mode ● Three color themes to choose from ● XY mode for viewing Lissajous figures ● Frequency range 20Hz-22KHz ● iPhone X ready

About

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Analyze sound frequencies in real-time with this powerful tool. It offers detailed octave band analysis, FFT plots, and various measurement scales. Supports multiple microphones and noise analysis features for accurate audio insights.

Highlights
  • Octave Band Real Time Analyzer
  • FFT Plot (Fast Fourier Transform)
  • Sound level meter (dB meter)
  • Noise Rating and Noise Criterion support
  • Support for external microphones
  • Pre-calibrated mic profiles
Features
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Audio Spectrum Analyzer is a powerful real-time audio analysis app. Full of features yet very simple to use. Sound level meter (db meter a-weighted, noise rating, noise criterion) included. Feature Highlights: • Octave Band Real Time Analyzer • FFT Plot (Fast Fourier Transform) • Linear and logarithm scales • Up to 16384 FFT size • A lot of available window functions • Tracking for max value • Max and Min for any selected frequency • Stunned graphics • Reliable measurement accuracy with pre-calibrated profiles for 3 device-integrated mics • Additional precision with integrated support and pre-calibrated profiles for AirPods, AirPods Pro • Safer measurements using the Airpods Pro noise cancellation feature • Support for external microphones (wired or via Bluetooth) • Noise Rating and Noise Criterion support And many many more... Terms of Use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/94359518

Screenshots

Oscilloscope4 screens
Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro at Free against Oscilloscope's $19.99. Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (239 vs 19). Oscilloscope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (72% vs 57%). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro is free to download; Oscilloscope costs $19.99 up front. Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Oscilloscope asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro has 239 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Oscilloscope's written reviews are positive against 57% of Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Oscilloscope ships an update every 8 months, Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Oscilloscope versus Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOscilloscopeAudio Spectrum Analyzer Pro
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (19 ratings)4.4 (239 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.7% of reviews — better57.4% of reviews
Number of ratings19239 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperONYX AppsVlad Polyanskiy

Customer experience

Oscilloscope

All ratings19 ratings
Positive78.9%
Neutral10.5%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive71.7%
Neutral9.4%
Negative18.9%

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

All ratings238 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral4.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews183 reviews
Positive57.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative35.5%

Bugs and requests

Oscilloscope

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 16 and iOS 26 launches
  • FFT resolution not working after iOS updates
  • Graph display freezes or becomes unresponsive
  • Spectrograph mode too slow on newer iPhones
  • Frequency alignment issues with dynamic display
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  • App won't uninstall properly
  • Malware warnings appearing
  • Help links and support pages broken/dead
  • Incorrect dB level readings (off by ~20dB)
  • Recording functions non-functional
  • Half black screen in certain orientations

Requested features

11 requests
  • Audio file upload capability
  • White noise/test signal generator
  • Microphone calibration file support
  • Recording functionality with timestamp
  • Multiple frequency cursors for comparison
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  • Ability to compare before/after curves
  • Adjustable dB level zoom/scaling
  • Saved settings and personalizations
  • Audio Unit (AUV3) plugin support
  • Peak hold reset button
  • Time-domain recording in spectrograph mode

In-app purchases

None

Oscilloscope

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Mode7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Pack$29.99

Questions

Is Oscilloscope free?
Oscilloscope costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro free?
Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Oscilloscope or Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro?
Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro is rated higher. Oscilloscope averages 4.1 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro averages 4.4 from 239 ratings.
Do Oscilloscope or Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro have ads?
Neither Oscilloscope nor Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Oscilloscope or Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro?
Oscilloscope ships an update every 8 months, and Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro every 7 months. Most recently, Oscilloscope was updated on October 20, 2026 and Audio Spectrum Analyzer Pro on October 20, 2026.

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