Comparison

On vs ARCQ SPL

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

Head to head
About

On

This utility app helps audio professionals quickly measure and model audience areas for event and touring setups. It offers a streamlined workflow compatible with popular loudspeaker simulation programs, speeding up the design process. Users can create 3D models of listening areas and generate profiles along speaker axes.

Highlights
  • Audience area measurement
  • 3D listening area modeling
  • Speaker axis profiling
  • Bluetooth laser distance finder integration
  • Export to loudspeaker simulation software
  • 14-day free trial
Features
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THE APP Introducing On-Axis: The must-have app for audio professionals in the event and touring industry! Measure and model your audience area with a completely new method compatible with many popular loudspeaker simulation programs. The On-Axis method significantly speeds up the measurement of the audience area, allowing you to focus on the most important thing, making the actual speaker design. WORKFLOW The On-Axis workflow begins by taking measurements of the audience area with the app. The On-Axis exports a file that can be imported into the selected loudspeaker simulation software. The On-Axis does not replace traditional methods such as CAD drawings or other precise models. It is a new addition to your existing toolbox. MODES The app consists of three different operating modes. Venue and Planes mode can be used to draw a 3D model of the listening area. The On-Axis Profile mode can be used to draw a uniform plane to the speaker’s axis, starting from the speaker’s rigging point and ending at the farthest point of the audience area. BLUETOOTH SUPPORT The app can be paired with a compatible laser distance finder via Bluetooth. This enables the measured distance and angle to be transferred wirelessly. See the compatibility chart for more info on supported devices. TO GET STARTED Watch the tutorial videos to get started: http://link.oksound.fi/playlist The app is free to download but requires an In-App-Purchase to unlock the export, save and open functions. A 14-day free full trial is also available to see if this tool fits your workflow.  This is a 3rd party solution and compatibility with simulation software is guaranteed only with tested versions. Check the website for more information and compatibility: https://onaxisapp.com or https://oksound.fi

About

ARCQ SPL

Transform your device into a precision sound pressure level meter. Analyze real-time A- and C-weighted measurements, view live spectrum analysis, and utilize flexible input options for accurate audio monitoring.

Highlights
  • Real-time A- and C-weighted measurements
  • Octave-band spectrum analyzer
  • Flexible input options (built-in, USB, Bluetooth)
  • Simultaneous metric display
  • Customizable averaging windows
  • On-device processing for privacy
Features
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SPL Meter turns your iPhone or iPad into a precision sound pressure level meter for musicians, audio engineers, AV techs, and anyone who needs to know how loud it really is. Built around real-time A- and C-weighted measurement, SPL Meter shows the readings the pros actually use — not a single number, but a full panel of simultaneous metrics. MEASUREMENTS • LAS / LCS — A- and C-weighted level with SLOW or FAST time weighting • LAeq / LCeq — equivalent continuous level over your chosen averaging window • LCpeak — true C-weighted peak, instant and max-hold • TWA — time-weighted average for noise-exposure style monitoring • Instant, average, and max-hold values side by side LIVE SPECTRUM • Real-time octave-band spectrum analyzer • Drag across the display to read the level at any frequency • Double-tap to expand for a full-screen view FLEXIBLE INPUT • Use the built-in microphone or any connected USB, Bluetooth, or headset input • Multi-channel interfaces supported — pick the exact input channel • A/B capture: freeze two readings and see the difference DESIGNED FOR REAL WORK • Choose your averaging window to suit the room and the source • Custom thresholds and profiles • Clean, high-contrast layout that reads at a glance on stage or in the field • Universal — optimized for both iPhone and iPad PRIVATE BY DESIGN SPL Meter does all processing on-device. Audio is never recorded, saved, or transmitted. There are no accounts, no analytics, no tracking, and no ads. A NOTE ON ACCURACY Like any phone-based meter, readings depend on your device's microphone and are not a substitute for a calibrated Class 1/2 sound level meter for compliance work. SPL Meter is a powerful, consistent tool for monitoring, comparison, and setup — not a certified measurement instrument.

Screenshots

On4 screens
ARCQ SPL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: On at Free against ARCQ SPL's $5.99. ARCQ SPL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

On is free to download; ARCQ SPL costs $5.99 up front. On sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. ARCQ SPL asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

On ships an update every 3 weeks, ARCQ SPL every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
On versus ARCQ SPL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnARCQ SPL
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS1717.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOK-SoundJRB LAB

Customer experience

On

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ARCQ SPL

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

On

One-time2
  • 14-day TrialFree
  • Unlock App$149.99
None

ARCQ SPL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is On free?
On is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ARCQ SPL free?
ARCQ SPL costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do On or ARCQ SPL have ads?
Neither On nor ARCQ SPL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, On or ARCQ SPL?
On ships an update every 3 weeks, and ARCQ SPL every 2 days. Most recently, On was updated on October 7, 2026 and ARCQ SPL on October 8, 2026.

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