Comparison

Sound vs SoundLogger

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

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About

Sound

Features
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The collected audio is classified in real time and the most highly-estimated classification results are displayed. *Categories are divided into 303 types, such as animal calls, everyday sounds, musical instruments, and sports. [lCategories] speech,shout,yell,battle_cry,children_shouting,screaming,whispering,laughter,baby_laughter,giggling,snicker,belly_laugh,chuckle_chortle,crying_sobbing,baby_crying,sigh,singing,choir_singing,yodeling,rapping,humming,whistling,breathing,snoring,gasp,cough,sneeze,nose_blowing,person_running,person_shuffling,person_walking,chewing,biting,gargling,burp,hiccup,slurp,finger_snapping,clapping,cheering,applause,booing,chatter,crowd,babble,dog,dog_bark,dog_howl,dog_bow_wow,dog_growl,dog_whimper,cat,cat_purr,cat_meow,horse_clip_clop,horse_neigh,cow_moo,pig_oink,sheep_bleat,fowl,chicken,chicken_cluck,rooster_crow,turkey_gobble,duck_quack,goose_honk,lion_roar,bird,bird_vocalization,bird_chirp_tweet,bird_squawk,pigeon_dove_coo,crow_caw,owl_hoot,bird_flapping,insect,cricket_chirp,mosquito_buzz,fly_buzz,bee_buzz,frog,frog_croak,snake_hiss,snake_rattle,whale_vocalization,coyote_howl,elk_bugle,music,plucked_string_instrument,guitar,electric_guitar,bass_guitar,acoustic_guitar,steel_guitar_slide_guitar,guitar_tapping,guitar_strum,banjo,sitar,mandolin,zither,ukulele,keyboard_musical,piano,electric_piano,organ,electronic_organ,hammond_organ,synthesizer,harpsichord,percussion,drum_kit,drum,snare_drum,bass_drum,timpani,tabla,cymbal,hi_hat,tambourine,rattle_instrument,gong,mallet_percussion,marimba_xylophone,glockenspiel,vibraphone,steelpan,orchestra,brass_instrument,french_horn,trumpet,trombone,bowed_string_instrument,violin_fiddle,cello,double_bass,wind_instrument,flute,saxophone,clarinet,oboe,bassoon,harp,bell,church_bell,bicycle_bell,cowbell,tuning_fork,chime,wind_chime,harmonica,accordion,bagpipes,didgeridoo,shofar,theremin,singing_bowl,disc_scratching,wind,wind_rustling_leaves,wind_noise_microphone,thunderstorm,thunder,water,rain,raindrop,stream_burbling,waterfall,ocean,sea_waves,gurgling,fire,fire_crackle,boat_water_vehicle,sailing,rowboat_canoe_kayak,motorboat_speedboat,car_horn,power_windows,vehicle_skidding,car_passing_by,race_car,truck,air_horn,reverse_beeps,bus,emergency_vehicle,police_siren,ambulance_siren,fire_engine_siren,motorcycle,traffic_noise,rail_transport,train,train_whistle,train_horn,railroad_car,train_wheels_squealing,subway_metro,aircraft,helicopter,airplane,bicycle,skateboard,engine,lawn_mower,chainsaw,engine_knocking,engine_starting,engine_idling,engine_accelerating_revving,door,door_bell,door_sliding,door_slam,knock,tap,squeak,drawer_open_close,dishes_pots_pans,cutlery_silverware,chopping_food,frying_food,microwave_oven,blender,water_tap_faucet,sink_filling_washing,bathtub_filling_washing,hair_dryer,toilet_flush,toothbrush,vacuum_cleaner,zipper,keys_jangling,coin_dropping,scissors,electric_shaver,typing,typewriter,typing_computer_keyboard,writing,telephone,telephone_bell_ringing,ringtone,alarm_clock,siren,civil_defense_siren,smoke_detector,foghorn,ratchet_and_pawl,clock,tick,tick_tock,sewing_machine,mechanical_fan,air_conditioner,printer,camera,hammer,saw,power_tool,drill,hedge_trimmer,gunshot_gunfire,artillery_fire,fireworks,firecracker,eruption,boom,chopping_wood,wood_cracking,glass_clink,glass_breaking,liquid_splashing,liquid_sloshing,liquid_squishing,liquid_dripping,liquid_pouring,liquid_trickle_dribble,liquid_filling_container,liquid_spraying,water_pump,boiling,underwater_bubbling,whoosh_swoosh_swish,thump_thud,basketball_bounce,slap_smack,crushing,crumpling_crinkling,tearing,beep,click,bowling_impact,playing_badminton,playing_hockey,playing_squash,playing_table_tennis,playing_tennis,playing_volleyball,rope_skipping,scuba_diving,skiing,silence

About

SoundLogger

This AI-powered utility uses your device's microphone to identify and log over 300 different sounds in real-time. Receive instant on-screen notifications and set custom alerts for specific events. All data is processed locally for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • AI-powered sound recognition
  • Real-time detection and display
  • Comprehensive sound logging
  • Customizable sound alerts
  • Background operation
  • Privacy-focused local processing
Features
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SoundLogger is an innovative AI-powered app that recognizes and logs more than 300 distinct sounds in real time using your device’s microphone. Built upon Apple’s SoundAnalysis framework, SoundLogger instantly identifies everyday sounds—such as alarms, musical instruments, and more—and provides immediate on-screen notifications. Whether you’re curious about the sounds around you or need a handy log for specific events, SoundLogger has you covered. Key Features 1. AI-Powered Sound Recognition • Leverages Apple’s SoundAnalysis framework to identify 300+ sounds in real time. 2. Instant Detection & Display • Visual indication of any detected sound, along with confidence levels, so you know exactly what was heard. 3. Comprehensive Sound Logging • Log sound events with detection timestamps, confidence scores, and other details. • All logs are stored locally on your device to ensure privacy and quick access. 4. Customizable Sound Alerts • Receive push notifications whenever specific sounds occur—perfect for monitoring important or rare events. • Configure alarms for one or more sounds of your choice. 5. Runs in the Background • SoundLogger can stay active in the background, continuously detecting and creating log records for future reference. 6. Two Account Levels • Basic (Free): • Experience real-time AI detection of sounds with no time limit. • Pro (Paid Subscription): • Unlock past sound event logging and full history viewing. • Enable push notifications and alarms for your chosen sounds. Why SoundLogger? • Privacy-Focused: All sound data and logs are processed on your device; no external servers or cloud services are involved. • Easy to Use: A sleek interface lets you start recognizing sounds immediately, with minimal setup required. • Customizable: Filter the types of sounds you care about, and set custom alerts to stay informed about your environment. Subscription Details • Pro Subscription: Access advanced features like full logging history and personalized alerts. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Please check our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use : • Privacy Policy: https://software.nanorescenter.com/sound-logger-privacy-policy • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer SoundLogger is intended solely for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional, certified safety devices or official monitoring systems. The app may not detect all sounds or events, and Nano Electronics Research Muh. Ar. Ge. Ltd. Sti. disclaims any liability for missed detections or false positives. Use SoundLogger responsibly and always rely on certified safety or emergency equipment for critical needs.

Screenshots

Sound1 screens
SoundLogger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sound at none against SoundLogger's 1. Sound also leads on device support (3 vs 1). SoundLogger's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. SoundLogger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Sound asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Sound versus SoundLogger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundSoundLogger
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.8.3 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHideaki UchikoshiNANO ELECTRONICS RESEARCH MUHENDISLIK ARASTIRMA GELISTIRME LIMITED SIRKETI

In-app purchases

None

Sound

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SoundLogger

Subscriptions1
  • Sound Logger Pro3 Days trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is Sound free?
Sound is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoundLogger free?
SoundLogger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sound or SoundLogger have ads?
Sound shows ads; SoundLogger does not.

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