Comparison

Fine Volume Control vs Max Volume Guard

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 1% volume increment adjustment
  • Volume below system minimum
  • Customizable appearance
  • Mute function
  • Preset volume levels
  • Widget support
Features
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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.

About

Max Volume Guard

This app helps protect hearing by setting maximum volume limits on devices. It runs in the background, offers passcode protection for settings, and has a user-friendly interface for easy customization.

Highlights
  • Volume limiting for hearing protection
  • Background monitoring for constant enforcement
  • Passcode protection for settings
  • User-friendly and intuitive interface
  • Customizable volume and passcode settings
Features
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Max Volume Guard is the ultimate solution for parents who want to protect their children's hearing by managing the maximum volume levels on their devices. Whether your kids are listening to music, watching videos, or using any other audio application, Max Volume Guard ensures that the volume stays within safe and predefined limits. Key Features: - Volume Limiting: Set a maximum volume limit to protect your children's ears and maintain a consistent audio experience. - Background Monitoring: The app runs silently in the background, ensuring the volume settings are always enforced. - Passcode Protection: Secure your volume settings with a passcode to prevent unauthorized changes by your kids. - User-Friendly Interface: Easy to use with a clean and intuitive design. - Customizable Settings: Adjust the volume limit and passcode settings to suit your needs. Max Volume Guard is perfect for parents who want to ensure their children's hearing is protected, individuals who want to maintain a consistent audio experience, and anyone who wants to prevent accidental volume changes. Download Max Volume Guard today and take control of your device's volume!

Screenshots

Fine Volume Control4 screens
Max Volume Guard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Fine Volume Control at 4.8 against Max Volume Guard's 3.2. Fine Volume Control also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 50%). Max Volume Guard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Fine Volume Control sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Max Volume Guard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Fine Volume Control holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Fine Volume Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of Max Volume Guard's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fine Volume Control versus Max Volume Guard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFine Volume ControlMax Volume Guard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better3.2 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMorikawa TatsunosukeINTEGRATED UNITS PVT LTD

Customer experience

Fine Volume Control

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral18.8%
Negative12.5%

Max Volume Guard

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Fine Volume Control

One-time3
  • Support developer$0.99
  • Pro Mode$1.99
  • Support developer$2.99
None

Max Volume Guard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fine Volume Control free?
Fine Volume Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Max Volume Guard free?
Max Volume Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fine Volume Control or Max Volume Guard?
Fine Volume Control is rated higher. Fine Volume Control averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Max Volume Guard averages 3.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Fine Volume Control or Max Volume Guard have ads?
Neither Fine Volume Control nor Max Volume Guard shows ads.

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