Decrypter vs Sound Level Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Decrypter
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Do you suspect a secret dimension hidden in your pages? The new Crossed Keys Decrypter is here to help. Society members only.
Sound Level Meter
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Measure noise like a pro โ straight from your iPhone. Sound Level Meter: Decibel turns your iPhone into a precision SPL meter, engineered to the IEC 61672-1 international standard. Protect your hearing, document a noise complaint, tune a studio, or pre-check a workplace - reliable readings in seconds, clean A4 PDF reports in one tap. KEY FEATURES โข Real-time dB readings with A, C and Z weighting โ switch on the fly โข Fast (125 ms), Slow (1 s) and Impulse time integration โ the modes pros use โข 1/3-octave frequency analysis โข Multiple live visualizations: histogram, gauge, circle meter, applause meter, basic graph โข All metrics in one place: LAeq, Min, Max, Avg, Peak โข Save full measurement sessions with timeline, location and notes โข Calibration screen for fine-tuning against any reference meter โข Available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese โข Distraction-free dark interface focused entirely on your data DESIGNED FOR ACCURACY Sound Level Meter: Decibel follows the IEC 61672-1 sound level meter specification: โข True biquad-cascade A and C weighting filters โ not generic high/low-pass approximations โข Exponential averaging on squared pressure (the correct method) โข Per-device calibration based on the iPhone hardware actually in use โข User-adjustable offset to align with any reference meter or calibrator IDEAL FOR โข Audio engineers tuning studios, venues and rehearsal spaces โข Workplace safety pre-checks before a formal acoustic survey โข Musicians, DJs and podcasters watching their hearing exposure โข Parents monitoring nursery or kids' bedroom noise levels โข Tenants documenting noise from neighbors, traffic or construction โข Anyone serious about long-term hearing health FAQ How accurate is it? After one-time calibration against a known reference, expect 2โ3 dB of typical accuracy in the 40โ95 dB range. Maximum measurable level is bounded by your iPhone hardware (around 104โ110 dB). Does it replace a certified sound level meter? For monitoring, awareness and personal documentation: yes. For legally certified acoustic measurements, dedicated class 1/2 hardware remains the reference. Can I export my measurements? Every saved session generates an A4 PDF with full stats and the timeline graph. Print it, email it, AirDrop it โ anywhere PDFs work. Why do I see different values than another decibel app? iPhone microphone sensitivity varies between models, and each app handles calibration differently. Use the built-in calibration screen to align with a trusted reference. How is my data handled? Sessions are stored locally on your iPhone. Nothing is uploaded โ your acoustic data stays yours. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://sonometredecibelmeter.blogspot.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Decrypter at none against Sound Level Meter's 3. Decrypter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Sound Level Meter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Decrypter asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Decrypter | Sound Level Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | โ | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 16 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sherlocked | Raphael Goupille |
In-app purchases
Decrypter
No in-app purchases
Sound Level Meter
- Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
- Monthly subscription$5.991 Month
- Annual subscription$24.991 Year
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