Decibel Meter Plus vs TimePulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Decibel Meter Plus
Measure ambient sound levels and understand their impact on hearing. This app provides real-time decibel readings, exposure time guidelines, and information on noise-induced hearing loss. It helps you identify loud environments and learn how to protect your hearing.
- Measure sound levels
- Display average, peak, and max values
- Plotted history of average values
- Information on NIHL
- Decibel exposure time guidelines
- Calibrate measurements
- Record and export data
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Decibel Meter helps you quickly check the sound level around you using your device’s built-in microphone. Open the app and instantly see the current sound level in decibels. You can use it to get a general idea of everyday noise levels at home, in the office, in classrooms, outdoors, or in other environments. Key Features: • Real-time sound level measurement • Clear decibel display • Average, peak, and maximum values • Simple visual meter and history graph • Calibration adjustment for different devices and environments • Easy-to-use interface for quick checks • Support for iPhone and iPad • Multiple language support • In-app Support for feedback and questions Please note: Decibel readings may vary depending on your device microphone, case, distance from the sound source, background noise, and calibration settings. This app is designed for general reference and everyday use. It is not a replacement for a certified professional sound level meter. Download Decibel Meter and check the sound around you with ease.
TimePulse
Track daily habits, moods, and streaks with a live clock interface. This app offers a calm and focused approach to building routines and understanding your day without overwhelming dashboards. It provides widgets, shortcuts, and data export for a comprehensive overview.
- Live clock home screen
- Daily habits and streaks
- Home, Lock, and StandBy widgets
- Siri Shortcuts and Action Button check-in
- Quick mood logging
- Data export (JSON/CSV)
- Pulse Insights (Pro)
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TimePulse helps you see how time turns into routine. Built around a live clock, a daily habit system, and fast mood check-ins, TimePulse gives you a calmer way to stay aware of your day without turning life into a complicated dashboard. Free features: • Live clock home screen • Daily habits and streaks • Home Screen, Lock Screen, and StandBy widgets • Siri Shortcuts and Action Button check-in • Interactive widget check-in • Six-month Rhythm Map for every habit • Quick mood logging with short notes • Mood timeline and recent history • Export your data as JSON or CSV TimePulse Pro unlocks: • Unlimited habits • Pulse Insights • iCloud sync • Repair missed check-ins to protect streaks • A clearer long-term view of your rhythm TimePulse is designed to stay focused: fast logging, clear visual hierarchy, and a strong sense of momentum without clutter. Purchases and subscriptions are managed through your Apple ID. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://timepulse-app.newtree.tech/en/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Decibel Meter Plus at none against TimePulse's 3. Decibel Meter Plus also leads on ratings volume (125 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). TimePulse's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On rating, review sentiment, ads and monetization model 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
Decibel Meter Plus costs $1.99 and TimePulse $0.99 up front. TimePulse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Decibel Meter Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for Decibel Meter Plus against 3.0 for TimePulse. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Decibel Meter Plus has 125 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of Decibel Meter Plus's written reviews are positive against 33% of TimePulse's.
Decibel Meter Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, TimePulse every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Decibel Meter Plus | TimePulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (125 ratings) | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 125 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.8 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | 华芳 张 | 树伟 杨 |
Customer experience
Decibel Meter Plus
TimePulse
Bugs and requests
Decibel Meter Plus
Reported bugs
7 issues- App requires developer updates and iOS compatibility fixes
- Baseline reading of 50-80 dB even in complete silence
- Readings spike dramatically with minimal sound input
- Graph display lacks user control
- Inconsistent measurements in same environment
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- Microphone sensitivity cannot be adjusted
- App crashes or fails to function on some devices
Requested features
6 requests- Calibration function to adjust readings
- Higher maximum dB limit (120+ dB) for loud events
- Ability to attach photos with meter readings
- Better baseline reset to 0 dB in silence
- dB(A) weighting filter option
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- Improved control over graphical display
TimePulse
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Decibel Meter Plus
No in-app purchases
TimePulse
- TimePulse Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- TimePulse Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
- TimePulse Pro Lifetime$0.99
Questions
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