AlmostSilent vs Fine Volume Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AlmostSilent
This utility app offers a specialized slider for precise low-volume adjustments, providing finer control than the device's built-in volume buttons. It's designed to help users achieve quieter audio levels for their device's speaker, even below the standard minimum setting.
- Fine-tune low volume settings
- More precise than device buttons
- Adjust speaker volume
- Specialized slider interface
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This slider is specialized for setting a low volume. It has better operability than the control center. The volume buttons on the side of the device have large width steps, Even at the lowest setting, the sound is rather loud. You can set lower on this app. Caution. At very low volumes, the numbers may differ from how you actually feel. This app is designed to adjust the volume of the device's speaker. It may not work well in other ways. The volume slider displayed in this app is provided by the OS. Specifications regarding the volume slider are subject to Apple's policies.
Fine Volume Control
Gain precise control over your device's audio with fine-grained volume adjustments, even below the system's minimum. Customize the app's appearance and utilize preset functions for quick volume changes. Ideal for music lovers and video enthusiasts seeking their perfect sound levels.
- 1% volume increment adjustment
- Volume below system minimum
- Customizable appearance
- Mute function
- Preset volume levels
- Widget support
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Fine Volume Control lets you adjust iPhone system volume in small steps from within the app. It is not a volume booster. Key features • On-screen controls in 1% steps • Precision mode with 0.1% steps • Mute • Save frequently used volume levels as presets with names and icons • Customize the colors of the standard design • Access presets from Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Apply saved presets with Shortcuts • Use Safety Max to limit volume values set through the app The app sends volume values to the iPhone in 1% or 0.1% steps. The smallest change and available range actually applied depend on the iPhone and the connected earphones, speakers, or other audio device. The side buttons continue to use the iPhone’s standard volume steps. Free and Pro The free version includes the standard design, color customization, one preset with a name and icon, widgets, and Shortcuts. You can also turn Safety Max on or off for free. Pro unlocks additional designs, including Zen Garden and Sky, up to six presets, changes to the legacy widget’s dedicated volume value, and changes to the Safety Max limit. Widgets and Shortcuts Widgets for selecting saved presets require iOS 17 or later. Choose a saved preset or the legacy widget’s dedicated volume value. Tapping a widget opens the app and applies the volume. Applying saved presets with Shortcuts requires iOS 17 or later. Naming a preset “Sleep” does not create a schedule, timer, or automatic action. Control Center On iOS 18 or later, add a dedicated control to access a selected preset. Using the control opens the app and applies the saved volume. Safety Max When enabled, Safety Max limits volume values set through the app. A brief notice appears on the main screen when the requested volume exceeds the limit. Changing the limit requires Pro. Sky Switch between Sunrise and Moonrise, then drag up or down on the sky to adjust the volume. Bluetooth and external audio devices Depending on the device and connection method, fine values requested by the app may be applied in larger steps.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Fine Volume Control at 4.8 against AlmostSilent's 4.2. Fine Volume Control also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (69% vs 57%). AlmostSilent's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support 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
Both are free to download. Fine Volume Control sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. AlmostSilent asks for nothing beyond the download.
Fine Volume Control holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of AlmostSilent's written reviews are positive against 69% of Fine Volume Control's.
AlmostSilent ships an update monthly, Fine Volume Control every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.
| Parameter | AlmostSilent | Fine Volume Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (13 ratings) | 4.8 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | 68.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Motonari Hibi | Morikawa Tatsunosuke |
Customer experience
AlmostSilent
Fine Volume Control
In-app purchases
AlmostSilent
No in-app purchases
Fine Volume Control
- Support developer$0.99
- Pro Mode$1.99
- Support developer$2.99
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