Comparison

Decibel Meter Plus Pro vs Boat Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Decibel Meter Plus Pro

Measure the sound levels around you with this utility app. It displays average, peak, and max values, offers decibel exposure time guidelines, and provides information on noise-induced hearing loss. The app also allows data recording and export for analysis.

Highlights
  • Measure sound levels
  • Display average, peak, and max values
  • Decibel exposure time guidelines
  • Information on noise-induced hearing loss
  • Record and export data
  • Calibrate measurements
  • Universal app support
Features
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Decibel Meter Plus Pro turns your iPhone or iPad into a clean and easy-to-use sound level meter. Measure the noise around you in real time, view current, average, max, and peak dB readings, save measurement sessions, and export reports when you need to keep a record. Whether you want to check a quiet room, monitor everyday environmental noise, compare sound levels over time, or save a simple noise report, Decibel Meter Plus Pro gives you a clear and modern way to do it. KEY FEATURES • Real-time decibel meter View live sound levels with a large, easy-to-read meter. • Current, average, max, and peak values Quickly understand how sound levels change during a measurement session. • Live noise trend See noise changes over time instead of relying on a single number. • Save measurement sessions Keep useful sound level records for later review. • Session history Browse saved sessions with date, duration, average level, max level, and noise category. • Session reports Review key sound level stats, noise trend charts, location notes, and report details. • Export & share reports Export saved reports as an image, PDF, or CSV file. A limited number of free report exports is included. Unlock Unlimited Reports with a one-time purchase for unlimited exports. • Optional location saving Save location information only with sessions you manually save. • Calibration Adjust readings to better match a reference sound meter. • Noise level guide Learn common sound levels and tips for better measurements. • iPhone and iPad support Enjoy a redesigned interface that works beautifully on both iPhone and iPad. • 30+ languages The app is now localized for users around the world. • Privacy-friendly design Audio is processed on your device and is not uploaded. UNLIMITED REPORTS Unlimited Reports is an optional one-time unlock for users who want unlimited image, PDF, and CSV report exports. No subscription is required. SUPPORT If you have questions, feedback, or need help with purchases or report exports, please contact us at: ipixeltech@gmail.com IMPORTANT NOTE Decibel Meter Plus Pro uses the built-in microphone on your device. Readings are intended for general reference and everyday noise checks. For certified workplace testing, legal compliance, or professional acoustic measurement, please use certified sound level equipment.

About

Boat Buddy

Features
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BoatBuddy brings your GPS, tides, and fishing logbook together in one offline-first boating app. Track every trip, watch the tides, and remember your best spots. All data stays on your device with a simple one-time purchase. • Today dashboard - See GPS readiness, tide cache status, and launch checklist at a glance - View the next tide event with a dedicated card - Start a new trip with one tap - Use quick actions to jump into logging or maps • Trip tracking map - Run a cockpit-style map while underway - Watch live speed, heading, distance, and trip timer - Leave a breadcrumb trail of your route - Drop category waypoints for ramps, spots, and more - Mark a new spot with a single tap - Turn on anchor drift watch for peace of mind • Smart tide tools - Search NOAA CO-OPS tide stations and save favorites - See current tide state and the next high and low - Scrub through a 24‑hour tide graph - Get a 7‑day tide outlook for planning - Keep a 7‑day offline tide cache for poor‑signal days - Use the fishing window heuristic to spot better bite times - Set tide reminders so you don’t miss the change • Fishing logbook - Keep a complete log of trips, catches, spots, and maintenance - Open detailed trip pages with route map, stats, notes, and catches - Add a catch in seconds with a fast, on‑water friendly flow - Automatically attach GPS, tide, and trip context to each catch - Export your data to CSV, GPX, or PDF for backup or sharing • On‑device species suggestions - Add a photo to a catch and see suggested species - Classification runs locally using Apple’s Vision framework - No network calls and no cloud AI models - Suggestions are just a starting point, never an official ID • Boat profile and checklists - Create a boat profile with what matters for your setup - Use categorized launch checklists with progress tracking - Reset checklists with one tap before each outing - Log boat maintenance and set reminders - Check offline readiness before you leave the dock • Designed for privacy and reliability - Works offline for trips, tide cache, logbook, and exports - No accounts, no analytics, and no third‑party trackers - Clear, user‑visible errors if something fails to save or refresh - Adjustable units for distance, speed, and length • Easy to try, simple to own - One‑time purchase with no subscription - No account to create or manage - Demo mode with sample harbor, route, and log so you can test on land Log your time on the water, track your routes, and understand the tides—download BoatBuddy and make every trip easier to plan, run, and remember. Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Decibel Meter Plus Pro4 screens
Boat Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Decibel Meter Plus Pro at Free against Boat Buddy's $0.99. Decibel Meter Plus Pro also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Boat Buddy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence and ads 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 Meter Plus Pro is free to download; Boat Buddy costs $0.99 up front. Decibel Meter Plus Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Boat Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Decibel Meter Plus Pro ships an update every 2 months, Boat Buddy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Decibel Meter Plus Pro versus Boat Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibel Meter Plus ProBoat Buddy
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating3.8 (81 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings81 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer华芳 张Ona Pacholo Asis

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Decibel Meter Plus Pro

One-time1
  • Unlimited Reports$0.99
None

Boat Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Decibel Meter Plus Pro free?
Decibel Meter Plus Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boat Buddy free?
Boat Buddy costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Decibel Meter Plus Pro or Boat Buddy have ads?
Neither Decibel Meter Plus Pro nor Boat Buddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Decibel Meter Plus Pro or Boat Buddy?
Decibel Meter Plus Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Boat Buddy every 3 months. Most recently, Decibel Meter Plus Pro was updated on November 6, 2026 and Boat Buddy on November 10, 2026.

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