Comparison

Strobe Light vs TeaCounter

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

Head to head
About

Strobe Light

This application transforms your smartphone into a digital tachometer using its flashlight. It measures the rotational speed (RPM) of objects by flashing light at them, making them appear stationary when the flash rate matches their speed. Save readings and use it for mechanics, education, or industrial checks.

Highlights
  • Measures RPM of rotating objects
  • Adjustable strobe speed (1-10,000 RPM)
  • Quick adjustment buttons (+/- increments)
  • Flash sync for accuracy
  • Save and review RPM data
  • Works in low light conditions
Features
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Strobe Light - RPM turns your phone into a powerful tool for measuring the speed of rotating objects. The app works like a digital tachometer and offers two measurement modes: Strobe Light and Camera. You can measure the RPM of fans, motors, wheels, and other rotating devices without touching them. In both modes, the same stroboscopic principle is used. When the flash rate or camera frame rate matches the speed of the object, it creates the illusion that the object is standing still. This helps you visually determine the exact rotational speed of the object with high accuracy. Strobe Light Mode Using your phone's flashlight, this mode flashes light at the object in a specific pattern. It works best in a dark or low-light environment and is ideal when you want a quick RPM reading with the built-in flashlight. How to Use (Strobe Light): Mark the rotating object with something visible (a sticker or tape works well). Point your phone's flashlight toward the object. Turn on the strobe using the power button. Adjust the strobe speed using the + and - buttons until the object looks still. The RPM shown on the screen is the object's rotation speed. You can save the reading for later reference. Camera Mode Camera mode uses your phone's camera to show a live preview at a set frame rate (FPM — Frames Per Minute). When the frame rate matches the object's RPM, the rotating object appears frozen on screen. This mode is useful in well-lit conditions when you want to see the object clearly while tuning the speed. How to Use (Camera): Open Camera mode from the home screen and allow camera permission. Point the camera at the rotating object. Adjust the frame rate using the + and - buttons until the object looks still. The value shown on the screen is the object's RPM. Use the flash button if you need extra light in darker areas. Save or reset your reading anytime from the bottom buttons. Where It's Useful: Mechanics: Test fans, engines, or motors by measuring RPM. Education: Ideal for physics experiments that require RPM measurements. Industrial Use: Check the condition of rotating machinery. Calibration: Ensure rotating devices are running at the correct speed. Maintenance: Compare readings over time using saved history. Key Features: Two Measurement Modes: Choose Strobe Light or Camera from the home screen based on your environment and preference. Adjustable Strobe Speed: Set the strobe from 1 to 10,000 RPM for accurate measurements. Camera Frame Rate Control: Set camera preview from 30 to 14,400 FPM for precise visual tuning. Quick Adjustment Buttons: Easily change the speed with buttons for +1, +10, +50, or +100 RPM increments in both modes. Flash Sync (Strobe Light): Ensures the light flashes at the correct frequency for accurate RPM readings. Built-in Camera Flash (Camera Mode): Toggle the flash on or off for better visibility in low light. Save and Reset: Save current RPM readings with a custom title or reset to default anytime. History Tracking: Save and review your RPM data anytime for easy access from the menu. Works in Different Lighting: Strobe Light works best in the dark; Camera mode works well in normal and low-light conditions. Simple and Energy-Efficient: The app's interface is easy to use and designed to be practical for everyday measurements. Visual Tachometer: Acts just like a real tachometer using visual strobe techniques with your phone's flashlight or camera. Strobe Light - RPM makes it simple to measure RPM without any special tools or equipment. Whether you prefer the classic flashlight strobe method or the new live camera preview, this app gives you flexible and accurate RPM measurement in one place. Perfect for mechanics, hobbyists, students, and professionals alike. Contact us at: zsmapps2024@gmail.com Terms of use: Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TeaCounter

Features
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Tea Counter is the ultimate utility for tea enthusiasts, bulk buyers, and daily drinkers. Easily log your daily tea consumption, customize pricing, and visualize your habits with beautiful, interactive analytics—all wrapped in a premium, modern interface. Key Features: • LOG WITH EASE: Quickly add logs for your favorite tea varieties—Chai, Matcha, Oolong, and Herbal—with a responsive counter and simple batch selections. • PRICE CUSTOMIZATION: Define your custom monthly prices per tea category to track your exact financial spend. • INTERACTIVE ANALYTICS: Visualize your habits with dynamic Swift Charts. Explore your variety distribution with the breakdown donut chart and track your monthly consumption patterns with daily trend graphs. • SEAMLESS ICLOUD SYNCING: Your data is stored locally and synced flawlessly across all your personal Apple devices via iCloud. • DATA PORTABILITY: Export your logs as JSON to share with friends, family, or your tea vendor, and import shared logs instantly. • PREMIUM DESIGN TONES: Personalize the app's aesthetic to match your mood with custom Color Tones (Forest Green, Warm Amber, Crimson Rose, Ocean Indigo, Obsidian Teal) and full support for Light/Dark mode. No subscriptions, no ads, and no external servers. Just a clean, offline-first app designed to make your tea-drinking experience even better.

Screenshots

Strobe Light3 screens
TeaCounter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TeaCounter at none against Strobe Light's shown. Strobe Light's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Strobe Light versus TeaCounter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrobe LightTeaCounter
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZain Saeed MughalRavani Deep

In-app purchases

None

Strobe Light

No in-app purchases

None

TeaCounter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strobe Light free?
Strobe Light is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TeaCounter free?
TeaCounter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Strobe Light or TeaCounter have ads?
Strobe Light shows ads; TeaCounter does not.

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