Comparison

Luxmeter vs eTDC

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

Head to head
About

Luxmeter

This app measures light intensity in lux and provides real-time exposure suggestions for photography. It offers customizable settings for shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, with options for both front and back cameras. It's designed for personal use to optimize lighting and capture better photos.

Highlights
  • Light intensity measurement (lux, foot-candles)
  • Real-time color temperature readings
  • Exposure suggestions
  • Manual shutter speed, aperture, ISO control
  • Front and back camera support
  • Customizable settings
Features
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LuxMeter is a 2-in-1 light intensity (lux) and exposure meter with customizable settings. Whether you want to capture the perfect photo or optimize lighting in any space, LuxMeter provides good-quality readings right on your phone. Key Features: - Real-time color temperature readings - Light intensity measurements in lux and foot-candles - Tracking of average and maximum light levels - Real-time suggestions for optimal exposure settings - Manual adjustment and locking of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO - Intuitive and customizable controls - For front and back cam - Customizable settings for shutter speed, ISO, aperture - Preview and adjust diaphragm settings before shooting Please note, that the LuxMeter app is not a replacement for a professional lux meter and should be used for personal needs only. Terms of Use - https://luxmeter-landing.vercel.app/privacy Privacy Policy - https://luxmeter-landing.vercel.app/terms

About

eTDC

Features
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A forestry app used to collect data in the field, with region specific capabilities

Screenshots

Luxmeter4 screens
eTDC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: eTDC at none against Luxmeter's 7. eTDC also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and update cadence 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. Luxmeter sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. eTDC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Luxmeter versus eTDC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLuxmetereTDC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (255 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings255 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 5 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB172 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTOMBERG s.r.oPawel Migdal

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Luxmeter

Subscriptions7
  • Luxmeter Pro7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Luxmeter Pro$5.997 Days
  • Luxmeter Pro3 Days trial$8.997 Days
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  • Luxmeter Pro7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Luxmeter Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Luxmeter Pro$9.997 Days
  • Luxmeter Pro$29.991 Year
None

eTDC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Luxmeter free?
Luxmeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is eTDC free?
eTDC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Luxmeter or eTDC have ads?
Luxmeter shows ads; eTDC does not.
Which is updated more often, Luxmeter or eTDC?
Luxmeter ships an update every 5 days, and eTDC every 5 days. Most recently, Luxmeter was updated on November 5, 2026 and eTDC on October 30, 2026.

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