Comparison

Analyzer vs Spectrum Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Analyzer

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
Currently charting
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The Analyzer is a combination of a sound pressure level (SPL) meter and a full range multiple bands frequency analyzer. It is mainly designed for audio professionals who need to evaluate different working environments (e.g. studios, live stages)... that’s why it’s perfect for anyone who’s in need of acoustical analysis!! It is easy to use and comes with amazing features only known from professional acoustic tools. Use the Analyzer for measuring stages, testing speakers, setting up your hi-fi system, evaluating sound mixing environments, analyzing your instrument... or for measuring the noise your neighbor makes with his new stereo! The Analyzer is pre-calibrated for all iDevices, but it includes a calibration function as well. It comes with a highly intuitive user interface with zoom gesture control, individual color settings, reticle zoom and many more exciting features. The Analyzer can store, load and export measurement data and supports iCloud storage. Combine the Analyzer with external microphones such as the MicW i436 or Microtech M372 for better measurement performance! Or use it with external USB audio hardware like the RME Fireface UCX or the Alesis IO dock, change the measurement scale to dB (FS) and use it as a studio Realtime Analyzer! ANALYZER FEATURES SPL Meter: - SPL measurement weighting functions: A B C Z - Industry standard response times: impulse, fast and slow - Meter switchable to dB FS for measuring with external USB interface - Pre-calibrated for all available iOS devices Realtime Audio Analyzer (RTA) audio engine: - Bandwidth selectable from 1 octave up to 1/1200 octave (depending on your iDevice) - FFT block size from 1024 to 65536 samples - 6 different FFT window functions - Leq measurement - Automatic peak detection - Signal generator: pink and white noise, sine - Manual and automatic calibration - Frequency response compensation for different mic characteristics of the built-in microphones RTA graphics: - Touch gesture zoom - Reticle with lens functionality - Bar or FFT line view - User definable graph colors - Create up to 14 snapshots with hold, Leq, or snapshot function - Workspace concept: store all current snapshots and color settings - Snapshot and workspace storage, load and export - iCloud support: move files between local and iCloud storage - Export to .csv oder .png files: share them via Mail, Dropbox, iTunes etc. - Import of .csv files AVAILABLE AS IN-APP PURCHASES: - Frequency response compensations for Mic-W i436 (with individually adjustable sensitivity), i266, i456, i825, i855, iShotgun and the Apple EarPods

About

Spectrum Analyzer

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
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Spectrum Analyzer is a pro audio tool with sound level meter, multichannel harmonic analysis and detailed graphical representation. Learn something new about your sound environment with real-time analysis! FEATURES: - sound level meter; - harmonic analyzer; - adjustable graphics; - AI-powered sound source analyzer. SOUND LEVEL METER - precise measurement of sound and noise level - real-time results HARMONIC ANALYZER - multichannel FFT analysis; - adjustable parameters; - graphical representation. ADJUSTABLE GRAPHICS - various graphics and diagram types; - zoom of selected chart areas. This app offers subscriptions. The paid version includes AI noise detection, immersive 3D visualization, and customizable settings. The free version offers dB/Hz measurement, 2D mode, and limited visualization options. Privacy Policy: https://musicbreath.com/privacy Terms Of Use: https://musicbreath.com/tos

Screenshots

Analyzer4 screens
Spectrum Analyzer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Spectrum Analyzer at Free against Analyzer's $14.99. Spectrum Analyzer also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Analyzer's advantage is review sentiment (49% vs 5%) and ads (none vs shown). On in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Spectrum Analyzer is free to download; Analyzer costs $14.99 up front. Analyzer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spectrum Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spectrum Analyzer has 197 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 5% of Spectrum Analyzer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Analyzer ships an update every 6 weeks, Spectrum Analyzer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Analyzer versus Spectrum Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnalyzerSpectrum Analyzer
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating2.9 (11 ratings)4.2 (197 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.8% of reviews — better5.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11197 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#194 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB132 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDSP MobileMusic Breath

Customer experience

Analyzer

All ratings11 ratings
Positive45.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative54.5%
Written reviews86 reviews
Positive48.8%
Neutral14.0%
Negative37.2%

Spectrum Analyzer

All ratings197 ratings
Positive77.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative16.2%
Written reviews241 reviews
Positive5.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative90.0%

Bugs and requests

Analyzer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Spectrum Analyzer

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • 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
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  • Slow and unresponsive performance
  • App hijacks device sound settings
  • Accidental in-app purchases triggered by home button
  • Subscription charges without clear user consent
  • App locks users into year-long subscriptions with no cancellation option

Requested features

7 requests
  • 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
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  • Dark mode option
  • Upfront pricing disclosure before download

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Analyzer

One-time10
  • Apple Earphones$2.99
  • built-in microphones bundle$2.99
  • Apple In-Ear Headphones$2.99
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  • Apple EarPods$2.99
  • MicW i456$7.99
  • MicW i266$7.99
  • EDUTIGE EIM-003$7.99
  • MicW i436$9.99
  • Røde smartLav$9.99
  • TASCAM iM2$9.99
13 purchases

Spectrum Analyzer

Subscriptions9
  • Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • One Month Sale$9.991 Month
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  • 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 1 Year Sub. with discount$19.991 Year
  • 1 Month Subscription$19.991 Month
  • 3 Month Subscription$25.993 Months
  • 1 Year Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • 2 months subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
One-time4
  • No Ads$9.99
  • Additional Settings Controls$15.99
  • Full Pack + No Ads$19.99
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  • Get More$19.99

Questions

Is Analyzer free?
Analyzer costs $14.99, 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, Analyzer or Spectrum Analyzer?
Spectrum Analyzer is rated higher. Analyzer averages 2.9 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Spectrum Analyzer averages 4.2 from 197 ratings.
Do Analyzer or Spectrum Analyzer have ads?
Spectrum Analyzer shows ads; Analyzer does not.
Which is updated more often, Analyzer or Spectrum Analyzer?
Analyzer ships an update every 6 weeks, and Spectrum Analyzer fortnightly. Most recently, Analyzer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Spectrum Analyzer on September 26, 2026.

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