BatLib vs Echo Bat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
BatLib
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The BatLib app plays the different ultrasonic calls of most European bats, transformed into the audible range using the heterodyne mixer method. This is particularly useful for comparing directly with the output of the BATSCANNER device to help determine the species. 1. Enter the frequency that your BATSCANNER displays to filter the species 2. Listen to the typical bat call sequences 3. Compare the sound with what you hear from your BATSCANNER 4. Sounds similar? Read additional information about the bat species, such as acoustic characteristics, size, habitat, photos, etc. Further information about our bat products: www.batscanner.ch
Echo Bat
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Love unique sensory experiences? Echo Bat turns your iPhone Pro into a living sonar. A ONE-OF-A-KIND TECHNOLOGY Using the LiDAR sensor in your device, Echo Bat detects obstacles around you in real time and converts them into immersive 3D spatial sound. Close your eyes, put on your headphones, and explore your environment like a real bat. Sound comes from the exact direction of objects: left, right, near or far. Your ears become your eyes. WHAT YOU DEVELOP - Spatial awareness: navigating without sight in a real environment - Auditory empathy: understanding how visually impaired people perceive the world - Active listening: decoding sounds to build a mental map - Echolocation: mastering the natural principle used by bats and dolphins - Immersive hearing: a 3D audio experience unlike anything else DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE - No ads, no hidden purchases, no data collection - Simple and intuitive interface from first use - Voice guidance for an accessible experience - Haptic feedback to reinforce spatial perception - Works completely offline HOW TO USE Hold your iPhone in front of you like a flashlight. LiDAR scans the space in real time. Nearby obstacles create fast, directional clicking sounds. Open space produces soft, calming tones. Sound comes from the exact direction of detected objects. WHY THE SCREEN GOES BLACK The screen turns black for total immersion. Without visual distraction, your brain fully activates auditory perception. It is a sensory experience you will not forget. WHO IS IT FOR? - Curious minds of all ages fascinated by sensory technology - Families looking for an original educational experience - Science and sound physics enthusiasts - Anyone who wants to explore the world differently Download Echo Bat and discover the world with your ears. Close your eyes. The experience starts now.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: BatLib at Free against Echo Bat's $1.99. BatLib also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
BatLib is free to download; Echo Bat costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | BatLib | Echo Bat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free β better | $1.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Elekon AG | TRIMECH Dhaker |
In-app purchases
BatLib
No in-app purchases
Echo Bat
No in-app purchases









