BVCalc Lite vs Impulse Noise Decibel Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
BVCalc Lite
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Calculate with confidence. BVCalc Lite combines live-updating algebraic entry with an RPN stack that shows the full expression behind every value. Reuse past work with a tap, switch modes anytime, and audit every step. Upgrade to BVCalc to unlock β’ Unlimited history tape & memory (Lite supports up to 2 items in memory and 4 calculations in the history tape) β’ Additional color theme & settings β’ No helper popups on scientific keys β’ Full external-keyboard letter shortcuts Core features in Lite β’ Live result as you type β no β=β key β’ Reuse expressions from the tape/stack, not just values β’ Shared tape/stack with readable infix history β’ Switch between Algebraic β RPN mid-calculation β’ Touch-friendly stack gestures (tap to swap/roll) β’ Basic & Scientific keyboards; copy/paste; edit history β’ Color-coded parentheses, themes, high-contrast mode β’ Memory for reusable snippets β’ No ads BVCalc Lite makes partial-step workflows fast and reliable: what you see is the math you actually entered.
Impulse Noise Decibel Meter
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Firearm Noise Testing | Sound Level Meter helps you monitor sound levels (dB) in real time. Itβs designed for very loud environments such as workshops, concerts, and outdoor ranges, so you can make better hearing-safety decisions. The app uses your phoneβs microphone to estimate sound pressure level and shows current, minimum, average, and maximum readings with clear visual feedback. Key features β’ Real-time decibel meter (dB) β’ Min / Avg / Max tracking β’ A-weighting (dBA) for everyday noise (closest to human hearing) β’ C-weighting (dBC) for very loud environments and peak levels β’ Linear mode for raw/technical readings (no filtering) β’ Sensitivity calibration (+/β) to compensate for device microphone differences β’ Clean, readable interface for quick checks Important notes β’ This app is not a certified or laboratory-grade sound level meter. Readings vary by device model, microphone hardware, phone case, distance, and environment. β’ For general information and personal awareness only. Not intended for legal, regulatory, medical, or workplace compliance measurements. β’ Very loud sounds can damage hearing quickly. Always use appropriate hearing protection in loud environments. Privacy β’ Microphone input is used only to calculate sound level. β’ We do not sell personal data.
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Verdict
BVCalc Lite and Impulse Noise Decibel Meter are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | BVCalc Lite | Impulse Noise Decibel Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brian Kenneth Vogel | Tigran Mkhitaryan |
In-app purchases
BVCalc Lite
No in-app purchases
Impulse Noise Decibel Meter
No in-app purchases
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