Comparison

S1 vs Sound Meter (dB)

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

Head to head
About

S1

Control your Sonos and other Bluetooth speakers with ease. Automatically discover nearby speakers and stream music from your gallery or local storage. Record and play sound clips on demand for a more powerful audio experience.

Highlights
  • Automatic speaker detection
  • Stream music from gallery
  • Stream music from local storage
  • Resume previous cast sessions
  • Record and play sound clips
Features
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Speaker Controller App is compatible with Sonos Speakers & other Bluetooth speakers. Speaker Controller app will automatically search for nearby Speakers within your Wi-Fi network to make the connection process as simple as possible. If you own multiple speakers, you can easily switch between them. Speaker Controller App Main Features: ◆ Auto detect Speakers / Any Bluetooth Speaker. ◆ Stream music from Gallery. ◆ Stream music from local storage. ◆ Auto resume previous cast session. ◆ Record sound clips and play them on demand with the tap of a button. Make your Speaker the most powerful and convenient speaker that you've ever had! DISCLAIMER: We are NOT AFFILIATED with Sonos, Inc. and this app is NOT OFFICIAL PRODUCT from Sonos, Inc. Payment and Subscription Information: ◆ Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. ◆ Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. ◆ Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. ◆ Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/premiermobileapps/home/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/premiermobileapps/home/terms

About

Sound Meter (dB)

Analyze and record sound levels in real-time with precise decibel readings. Monitor your auditory environment, set custom alerts for exceeding thresholds, and track historical data for insights into audio patterns. Ideal for professionals and curious individuals alike.

Highlights
  • Real-time decibel measurement
  • Audio recording with sound level correlation
  • Graphical sound intensity analysis
  • Customizable decibel alerts
  • Historical sound data tracking
  • Calibration options for accuracy
Features
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Measure, record, and monitor sound levels in real time with the innovative dBShift app, designed for accuracy and ease of use on your mobile device. Whether you're a professional audio engineer, a musician, or simply someone interested in understanding your auditory environment, dBShift offers precise tools to help you analyze sound effectively. Key Features: 1. Real-Time Sound Measurement: Monitor sound levels with precision, using your device's built-in microphone to deliver accurate decibel readings. 2. Sound Recording: Capture audio with ease and review sound level data in correlation with the recorded events. 3. Graphical Analysis: View comprehensive graphs that display sound intensity over time, providing insights into audio patterns and variations. 4. Custom Alerts: Set specific decibel thresholds and receive alerts when sound levels exceed your predefined limits. 5. Historical Data Tracking: Access past sound level data and track changes over time to identify trends and make informed decisions. 6. Calibration Options: Fine-tune the app's sensitivity settings for more tailored and accurate measurements. Subscription Plans: - Weekly Subscription - Annual Subscription Privacy Policy: https://dbshift.org/privacy Terms of Use: https://dbshift.org/terms

Screenshots

S14 screens
Sound Meter (dB)4 screens

Verdict

The call

S1 and Sound Meter (dB) both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of S1's written reviews are positive against 0% of Sound Meter (dB)'s. Sound Meter (dB)'s advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. S1 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sound Meter (dB) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for S1 against 4.4 for Sound Meter (dB). Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 89 and 34 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of S1's written reviews are positive against 0% of Sound Meter (dB)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

S1 ships an update every 5 weeks, Sound Meter (dB) fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
S1 versus Sound Meter (dB): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterS1Sound Meter (dB)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (89 ratings) — better4.4 (34 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings89 — better34
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPremier Mobile AppsFutsum Semhar

Customer experience

S1

All ratings88 ratings
Positive84.1%
Neutral9.1%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Sound Meter (dB)

All ratings33 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.1%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

S1

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Sonos Speaker Control$2.997 Days
  • Speaker Controller Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Sonos Speaker Control3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • S1 S2 Speaker Lifetime Premium$7.99
  • Speaker Controller Lifetime$19.99
3 purchases

Sound Meter (dB)

Subscriptions3
  • dBShift Premium$4.997 Days
  • dBShift Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • dBShift Premium$19.991 Year

Questions

Is S1 free?
S1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sound Meter (dB) free?
Sound Meter (dB) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, S1 or Sound Meter (dB)?
S1 is rated higher. S1 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while Sound Meter (dB) averages 4.4 from 34 ratings.
Do S1 or Sound Meter (dB) have ads?
Neither S1 nor Sound Meter (dB) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, S1 or Sound Meter (dB)?
S1 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Sound Meter (dB) fortnightly. Most recently, S1 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sound Meter (dB) on October 30, 2026.

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