Comparison

Frequency Analyzer vs Micboard Spectrum

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

Head to head
About

Frequency Analyzer

Transform your device into a professional audio analysis tool with real-time FFT, SPL monitoring, and advanced visualization. Record, analyze, and export high-quality audio and video data for various acoustic applications.

Highlights
  • Real-time FFT analysis
  • Calibrated SPL measurement
  • High-resolution spectrum analyzer
  • Real-time waveform display
  • 32-bit float audio recording
  • Synchronized video recording
  • Export WAV, CSV, images, and videos
Features
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Transform your device into a professional-grade audio analysis suite with industry-leading 32-bit float processing, precision calibration tools, and comprehensive visualization capabilities. PROFESSIONAL ACOUSTIC MEASUREMENT • Real-time FFT analysis with configurable window sizes up to 4096 points • Reference SPL measurement with calibrated sound pressure level monitoring • Professional microphone correction with frequency-specific calibration curves • Reference tone calibration for precise frequency measurements • Configurable time averaging (0-1000ms) for stable, accurate readings • Industry-standard weighting filters: dBA, dBC, dBZ, and linear magnitude • Multiple window functions: Hanning, Hamming, Blackman ADVANCED VISUALIZATION MODES • High-resolution spectrum analyzer with peak detection • Real-time waveform display • Professional spectrogram • Octave band analysis • Amplitude tracking over time • Total level monitoring with min/max/average statistics POWERFUL RECORDING & ANALYSIS • High-quality 32-bit float audio recording and playback • Synchronized video recording with audio analysis overlay • Event tracking system with timestamped notes • Playback synchronization with all recorded events and measurements • Location mapping for environmental noise surveys • Export capabilities: WAV audio, CSV data, high-resolution images and videos PRECISION DECIBEL MEASUREMENT • Calibrated SPL measurements with reference level adjustment • Real-time dB monitoring with peak hold functionality • Statistical analysis: Leq, Lmax • Configurable time averaging (0-1000ms) • Frequency-weighted noise exposure calculations • Exposure calculator for NIOSH and OSHA IDEAL FOR PROFESSIONALS • Acousticians and audio engineers • Environmental noise consultants • Musicians and sound designers • Room acoustics optimization • Industrial noise monitoring • Educational and research applications • Live sound reinforcement • Building acoustics assessment Download now and unlock the full spectrum of acoustic measurement capabilities. DISCLAIMER This is a consumer application designed for general audio analysis and educational purposes. It is not a certified measurement instrument and should not be used where legally compliant or certified measurements are required. For professional acoustic assessments requiring traceable calibration or regulatory compliance, we recommend using an external calibrated measurement microphone with certified sound level meters. EULA: https://frequency-analyzer.com/terms-and-conditions/

About

Micboard Spectrum

Features
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Micboard Spectrum turns an ADALM-Pluto into a pocket RF spectrum analyzer. Features: • Multi-Band Scanning: Automatically sweep across multiple bands. • Live spectrum trace and waterfall. • CSV Export Engine: Export scans, peak, and average scans from one or multiple bands. • Rolling scan storage: Scans are always stored, tag the ones you want to keep. Requires an ADALM-Pluto SDR running maia-sdr firmware. No hardware? Tap Demo Mode to explore with real recorded spectrum.

Screenshots

Frequency Analyzer4 screens
Micboard Spectrum3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Micboard Spectrum at none against Frequency Analyzer's 10. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Frequency Analyzer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Micboard Spectrum asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Frequency Analyzer versus Micboard Spectrum: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFrequency AnalyzerMicboard Spectrum
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (188 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews9.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings188 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMoonbush Games & Utilities App GmbHKarl Swanson

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Frequency Analyzer

Subscriptions9
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual$44.991 Year
  • Frequency Analyzer Pro Annual3 Days trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro access for lifetime$89.99
None

Micboard Spectrum

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Frequency Analyzer free?
Frequency Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Micboard Spectrum free?
Micboard Spectrum is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Frequency Analyzer or Micboard Spectrum have ads?
Neither Frequency Analyzer nor Micboard Spectrum shows ads.

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