Cubase iC Pro vs Db Meter Pro for Watch
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cubase iC Pro
This app acts as a personal recording assistant, offering advanced control over your music production software. It provides a clear project overview, a detailed mixer view, and a powerful tool for customizing key commands and macros.
- Project overview
- Mixer view
- Key command customization
- Macro setup
- Recording assistant
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Connecting more deeply to Cubase than any other app, Cubase iC Pro is your personal recording assistant. An advanced Cubase control app with a clear focus on recording, the project overview page and mixer allow you to see your project just as you know it in Cubase, while the key command page gives you a powerful tool for setting up your most-used keyboard shortcuts and macros. It’s the perfect Cubase companion! Please note that Cubase iC Pro is a remote control app and will not function without a connection to Cubase. Some of its functionality only works in combination with advanced Cubase versions. Important Note: The Steinberg SKI Remote must be installed before using Cubase iC Pro. It can be downloaded at http://www.steinberg.net/ski. For the complete list of new features, improvements, issues and solutions in Cubase iC Pro 1.3.0, please visit us at https://forums.steinberg.net/c/mobile-apps. If you like Cubase iC Pro, please support us by rating it on the App Store!
Db Meter Pro for Watch
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Db Meter Pro delivers instant sound level measurements right to your Apple Watch, empowering you to monitor your audio environment with unparalleled convenience. Whether you're concerned about noise exposure, curious about ambient sound, or simply want to stay informed about your surroundings, Db Meter Pro provides accessible decibel readings directly from your wrist. Designed for simplicity and quick insights, this essential watchOS app transforms your Apple Watch into a powerful yet discreet sound level meter. Keep track of noise levels in various settings, from busy city streets to quiet offices, and make informed decisions to protect your hearing and enhance your well-being. Key Features: * **Real-time Decibel Readings:** Get immediate feedback on current sound levels. * **Wrist-Mounted Convenience:** Access your sound meter anytime, anywhere on your Apple Watch. * **Intuitive Display:** Easily understand your audio environment at a glance. * **Environmental Awareness:** Monitor noise to support hearing health and peace of mind. Experience a new level of environmental awareness with Db Meter Pro – your personal sound level monitor for Apple Watch.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Db Meter Pro for Watch at $2.99 against Cubase iC Pro's $16.99. Cubase iC Pro's advantage is chart position (#172 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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
Cubase iC Pro costs $16.99 and Db Meter Pro for Watch $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Cubase iC Pro ships an update every 2 months, Db Meter Pro for Watch every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cubase iC Pro | Db Meter Pro for Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $16.99 | $2.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (220 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 220 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #172 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH | Simone Saleri |
Bugs and requests
Cubase iC Pro
Reported bugs
7 issues- Odd behavior with Cubase 14?
- Crashes on iphone
- This was great but now crashes upon opening
- Funktioniert leider nicht
- Crashes on iphone
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- This was great but now crashes upon opening
- Funktioniert leider nicht
Requested features
3 requests- Keyboard and chord pad triggers
- Bars/beat display on the timeline ruler
- Sélection des pistes pour permettre de travailler en déporté
Db Meter Pro for Watch
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cubase iC Pro
No in-app purchases
Db Meter Pro for Watch
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Cubase iC Pro free?
Is Db Meter Pro for Watch free?
Do Cubase iC Pro or Db Meter Pro for Watch have ads?
Which is updated more often, Cubase iC Pro or Db Meter Pro for Watch?
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