Comparison

dB vs iBANK

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

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About

dB

This application measures sound pressure levels in decibels using a retro-style design. It displays both average and peak levels in real-time, with digital readouts alongside analog meters.

Highlights
  • Measures sound pressure in decibels (dB)
  • Retro-style analog display
  • Real-time average and peak level readings
  • Digital value readout
  • High-frequency sampling (44.1 kHz)
Features
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How loud is it right now? dB-Meter turns your iPhone into a clear and easy-to-read sound level meter. This completely rebuilt version combines the familiar retro style of the original app with a modern digital measurement view. TWO VIEWS, ONE MEASUREMENT โ€ข Classic analog gauges in the original retro design โ€ข Modern digital view with animated dB display โ€ข Live VU meter with peak indication โ€ข Smooth 30-second history graph EVERY IMPORTANT VALUE AT A GLANCE โ€ข Current sound level in dB โ€ข Slowly moving average โ€ข Session minimum and maximum โ€ข Peak value with optional peak hold โ€ข Fast or smooth needle response โ€ข Reset the current measurement session Use it to compare sound levels at home, in the office, on the go, or while listening to music. A CLASSIC, REBUILT dB-Meter first launched more than 13 years ago and has been downloaded over 200,000 times. Version 2.0 was rebuilt for current iPhones without losing the character of the original. AVAILABLE IN 18 LANGUAGES The app language can be changed directly in the app, independently of the system language. Note: Measurements are based on the microphone of your device and are intended as an approximate reference. The app is not a calibrated or certified sound level meter and must not be used for official occupational safety measurements.

About

iBANK

Features
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The iBank intelligent battery management system is connected with the active equalizer through Bluetooth to monitor the battery status, collect and store information in real time, process the information during battery operation, exchange information with external devices, and solve the safety, ease of use and use of the lithium battery system. The key issue of lifespan is to extend the lifespan of the battery and enhance the stability of the battery after grouping. 1. Display real-time voltage, current, power, internal resistance and other parameter values in the form of dashboard and digital display; 2. Display the real-time voltage and alarm status of all single cells. If the reported parameter triggers the alarm value or protection value, it will prompt an alarm; 3. Charge switch, load switch. 4. Comparison of each data of the cell, the voltage difference. Maximum voltage cell Minimum voltage cell. and cell balance display 5. Cell temperature warning. Over-temperature, short-circuit, over-voltage, under-voltage real-time alarm 6. Log the warnings that occur at each moment. 7. Compatible with different models of products Hope iBank can help you to learn more about the convenience of battery usage

Screenshots

dB4 screens
iBANK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: iBANK at 11.0 against dB's 16.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 7 level
dB versus iBANK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdBiBANK
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews39.4% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeโ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS16.011.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size6 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKurenz Music GbRFabian Gall

In-app purchases

None

dB

No in-app purchases

None

iBANK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is dB free?
dB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iBANK free?
iBANK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do dB or iBANK have ads?
Neither dB nor iBANK shows ads.

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