Comparison

NoiSee vs Decibel

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

Head to head
About

NoiSee

This app functions as a professional-grade sound level meter for iOS devices. It offers advanced features for occupational health measurements, including noise dose and projected dose calculations. The app utilizes the device's internal microphone and provides accurate readings tested against professional standards.

Highlights
  • Professional-grade sound level meter
  • Occupational health compliant parameters
  • Noise DOSE and Elapsed time
  • Frequency and time weighting options
  • Spectrum analysis
  • Calibration features
Features
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Measuring sound is what we do. NoiSee — Worthy of the name "Sound Level Meter" NoiSee is an intuitive professional-grade sound level meter for iPhone and iPad. It features all the tools expected from a professional ANSI or IEC compliant Sound Level Meter. All filters, averaging modes and statistics meet or exceed class 2 requirements of the relevant ANSI and IEC standards. NoiSee is specifically designed for Occupational Health and live-sound measurements. It was created by a team with over 20 years of experience in calibration, owning a Sound Level Meter calibration laboratory meeting ISO 17025 requirements. The same calibration equipment was used to develop this app. IMPORTANT NOTE Supported devices with a calibrated and frequency-response-compensated internal microphone: iPhone 12 mini, 12, 12 Pro Max, 13, 15, 16 Plus, 16e, 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air; iPad (9th gen), iPad (10th gen). The app also includes parameters and UI optimised for live events and live audio monitoring, including running LAeq (5, 10, 15 and 20 min averaging intervals). The initial calibration is determined by testing in an anechoic chamber meant for calibration of professional Sound Level Meters. We do not recommend changing it on supported devices, as internal microphone sensitivity varies insignificantly between units of the same model. Requires iOS 17 or later. Dynamic range approximately 40–100 dB (re. 20 µPa); frequency range 40 Hz – 18 kHz. SOUND LEVEL METER History (profile) view of all relevant parameters. Statistics view of the current measurement (ISO 1996 percentiles), also visualised as a histogram. • Time weightings: Fast, Slow, Impulse, Equivalent • Parameters: LAeq, LCpeak, LAFmin, LASmax, SPL, and more • Spectrum view: time-history of frequency- and time-weighted level. CPB analysis per IEC 61260 and ANSI S1.11, from 1/1 down to 1/24 octave. NOISE AT WORK Occupational-health compliant (ISO 9612, OSHA, NIOSH): Noise DOSE, elapsed time, LEX 8h, Projected DOSE, Time to reach 100% DOSE. Threshold, reference level and exchange rate can be set to custom values. EXTERNAL MICROPHONES Tested with MicW i436, i437 and D236, and Dayton Audio iMM-6 and iMM-6C — calibrated measurement microphones complying with Class 2 (IEC 61672). With an acoustic calibrator, NoiSee can calibrate automatically. Connect via USB-C, or via the Apple USB-C / Lightning to 3.5 mm adapter. IN-APP PURCHASES Premium octave analysis: • Non-standard time weightings (1/16 s up to 16 s) • Spectrum in 1/3 octave or finer Logging: • One-second logging of spectrum and total parameters • Profile view beyond 2 minutes • CSV export Recording: • 24-bit WAV or AAC Reporting: • PDF report export

About

Decibel

Measure, analyze, and protect your hearing with this comprehensive sound level meter. It offers real-time decibel readings, noise exposure monitoring, and tools for audio exploration like frequency generation and speaker cleaning.

Highlights
  • Real-time sound level measurement (dB)
  • Noise exposure monitoring (Dosimeter)
  • Interactive recording and visualization
  • Frequency generator
  • Speaker cleaner
  • Frequency hearing test
Features
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Decibel Meter Pro: Measure, Protect, and Explore Sound From noisy streets to powerful machinery, sound is everywhere. But prolonged exposure to loud noise can damage your hearing. Decibel Meter Pro is your all-in-one tool for sound measurement, hearing protection, and audio exploration. Engineered for precision and loaded with advanced features, it's perfect for anyone who values their hearing or works with sound. Why Choose Decibel Meter Pro? Professionally calibrated for accuracy, Decibel Meter Pro delivers top-tier performance without the high cost of traditional sound level meters. Whether you're safeguarding your ears, testing audio equipment, or simply curious about the sounds around you, this app is your go-to solution. Key Features √Sound Level Meter ● Accurately measure real-time sound levels in decibels (dB). ● Track and log noise levels with thousands of readings per second. √Interactive Recording & Visualization ● Record and visualize noise trends with stunning graphs. ● Analyze, save, and share your sound data effortlessly. √Photo Integration ● Take photos with real-time sound level overlays for unique and shareable content. √Dosimeter for Hearing Health ● Monitor your daily noise exposure and take steps to protect your ears. √Speaker Cleaner ● Remove dust and debris from your device's speakers using targeted sound frequencies. Restore audio clarity with ease! √Frequency Generator ● Generate custom frequencies for testing audio equipment, conducting experiments, or personal use. √Frequency Hearing Test ● Test your hearing with our interactive frequency range test. Understand your auditory limits and track your hearing health over time. Hearing Protection & Awareness Decibel Meter Pro is more than a tool—it’s your partner in hearing health. Identify harmful noise levels, monitor your exposure, and take proactive steps to safeguard your ears. Who’s It For? Whether you're an audio engineer, musician, sound hobbyist, or someone looking to protect their hearing, Decibel Meter Pro combines professional-grade tools with a sleek, easy-to-use design. Download Decibel Meter Pro Today! Measure, protect, and explore the world of sound. Take charge of your hearing health and audio experiences now! Privacy: https://t.ly/fddTr EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NoiSee4 screens
Decibel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Decibel at Free against NoiSee's $0.99. Decibel also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (81% vs 65%). NoiSee's advantage is chart position (#165 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, ads 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

Decibel is free to download; NoiSee costs $0.99 up front. NoiSee sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Decibel sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for NoiSee against 4.4 for Decibel. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 243 and 322 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of NoiSee's written reviews are positive against 81% of Decibel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NoiSee ships an update every 5 months, Decibel monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
NoiSee versus Decibel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoiSeeDecibel
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (243 ratings) — better4.4 (322 ratings)
Positive reviews64.7% of reviews81.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings243322 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#165 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB80 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEA LABEYWIN BILGI TEKNOLOJILERI ANONIM SIRKETI

Customer experience

NoiSee

All ratings243 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral17.6%
Negative17.6%

Decibel

All ratings322 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.9%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative19.0%

Bugs and requests

NoiSee

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Decibel

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Background activity drains battery
  • Subscription cancellation not obvious

Requested features

1 request
  • Clear cancellation instructions

In-app purchases

4 purchases

NoiSee

One-time4
  • Logging$1.99
  • Audio recording$1.99
  • Reporting$1.99
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  • Premium octave analysis$2.99
10 purchases

Decibel

Subscriptions10
  • Grooz DB Meter Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Weekly Decibel Meter$2.997 Days
  • weekly premium$3.997 Days
Show 7 more
  • Weekly PRO Decibel$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$6.991 Month
  • Unlimited Weekly PRO$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Decibel Sonic PRO$12.991 Month
  • Annual Decibel Meter3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Decibel Sonic PRO3 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is NoiSee free?
NoiSee costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Decibel free?
Decibel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NoiSee or Decibel?
NoiSee is rated higher. NoiSee averages 4.5 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while Decibel averages 4.4 from 322 ratings.
Do NoiSee or Decibel have ads?
Neither NoiSee nor Decibel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NoiSee or Decibel?
NoiSee ships an update every 5 months, and Decibel monthly. Most recently, NoiSee was updated on November 6, 2026 and Decibel on November 9, 2026.

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