Comparison

Camera Sound Meter vs Watermelon Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Camera Sound Meter

Features
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When measuring noise, have you ever wanted to record where the measurements were taken? Try Camera Sound Meter. You can record the location of the noise with a camera. Oh, it also provides a screen recording function.

About

Watermelon Scanner

Instantly assess watermelon ripeness using your iPhone camera and AI. Get a detailed score and expert tips to avoid buying or cutting into an unripe melon. Save your scan history for future reference.

Highlights
  • AI-powered ripeness scoring
  • Instant score (0-100)
  • Expert tips
  • Guided 3-step analysis (Pro Scan)
  • Scan history
  • On-device processing
Features
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Watermelon Scanner uses your iPhone camera and AI to instantly score watermelon ripeness — no guessing, no tapping, no wasted melons. Point. Tap. Know. FREE SCAN Photograph a watermelon and get an instant Ripeness Score (0-100) based on color, field spot, and skin texture. Get expert tips on what to look for. PRO SCAN ($2.99 one-time) Guided 3-step analysis: overhead color scan, field spot photo, and stem condition check. Weighted scoring gives you a detailed breakdown by category. SCAN HISTORY Every scan is saved with its photo and score so you can compare melons over time. No account required. No data collected. Works entirely on your device. Perfect for farmers markets, grocery shopping, backyard BBQs, and anyone who wants a perfectly ripe watermelon every time.

Screenshots

Camera Sound Meter3 screens
Watermelon Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Camera Sound Meter at none against Watermelon Scanner's 1. Watermelon Scanner's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. Watermelon Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Camera Sound Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera Sound Meter ships an update every 6 weeks, Watermelon Scanner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Camera Sound Meter versus Watermelon Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera Sound MeterWatermelon Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSooseong ParkAthir Maroki

In-app purchases

None

Camera Sound Meter

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Watermelon Scanner

One-time1
  • Watermelon Scanner Pro$2.99

Questions

Is Camera Sound Meter free?
Camera Sound Meter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Watermelon Scanner free?
Watermelon Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Camera Sound Meter or Watermelon Scanner have ads?
Camera Sound Meter shows ads; Watermelon Scanner does not.
Which is updated more often, Camera Sound Meter or Watermelon Scanner?
Camera Sound Meter ships an update every 6 weeks, and Watermelon Scanner every 2 months. Most recently, Camera Sound Meter was updated on September 30, 2026 and Watermelon Scanner on October 16, 2026.

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