Comparison

SoundScope vs Flicker Light Meter

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

Head to head
About

SoundScope

Features
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful audio measurement and analysis device. SoundScope provides musicians, sound engineers, and audio enthusiasts with professional-grade tools for measuring, analyzing, and working with sound. SOUND LEVEL METER - Real-time decibel (dB) measurement with high accuracy - Visual gauge with color-coded safety zones - Min, max, and average level tracking - Save measurements with location and notes - Hearing protection warnings at dangerous levels (85+ dB) - Customizable microphone calibration SPECTRUM ANALYZER - Real-time FFT frequency analysis - Visualize frequencies from 20Hz to 20kHz - Choose between 16, 32, or 64 frequency bands - Peak frequency detection with musical note identification - Perfect for identifying resonances and room acoustics PRECISION METRONOME - Professional metronome with BPM range 40-240 - Multiple time signatures (2/4 to 8/4) - Visual beat indicators - Haptic feedback on each beat - Quick tempo presets (Largo, Andante, Allegro, Presto) - Crystal clear click sounds TONE GENERATOR - Generate test tones from 20Hz to 20kHz - Six waveform types: Sine, Square, Sawtooth, Triangle, White Noise, Pink Noise - Logarithmic frequency slider for precise control - Quick access to standard frequencies (A440, Middle C, 1kHz, 10kHz) - Adjustable volume control - Perfect for testing speakers, room acoustics, and hearing MEASUREMENT LIBRARY - Save and organize all your measurements - Search by location, notes, or date - View statistics and trends over time - Export measurements to CSV - Beautiful data visualization charts **DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONALS** - Clean, intuitive interface - Dark mode support - Haptic feedback throughout - Privacy-focused (all data stored locally) - No ads, no subscriptions required **PERFECT FOR:** - Musicians practicing and performing - Sound engineers checking levels - Podcasters monitoring audio - Teachers demonstrating acoustics - HVAC professionals measuring noise - Event planners checking venue sound - Anyone curious about sound in their environment HEARING SAFETY SoundScope includes automatic warnings when sound levels become dangerous. Prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 dB can cause hearing damage - SoundScope helps you stay aware and protect your hearing. Download SoundScope today and discover a new way to see sound!

About

Flicker Light Meter

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Flicker Light Meter uses your iPhone camera to estimate lighting flicker and approximate color temperature—entirely on device. Features: • Dominant frequency, flicker depth, and grade guidance • Color temperature and relative scene brightness (not a lux meter) • Optional local history • Plain-language metric explanations Trial & purchase: • 30-day full free trial from first launch (app-managed) • Then monthly subscription or one-time lifetime unlock via Apple IAP • Restore purchases supported; manage/cancel subscriptions in iOS Settings Privacy: no account, no ads, no uploading of video to our servers. Thumbnails are saved locally only if you confirm. Results are for everyday reference only and are not a substitute for certified meters or medical advice. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ksding.github.io/flicker-light-meter-pages/privacy-en.html

Screenshots

SoundScope4 screens
Flicker Light Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SoundScope at none against Flicker Light Meter's 2. Flicker Light Meter's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. Flicker Light Meter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. SoundScope asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SoundScope ships an update every 3 months, Flicker Light Meter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
SoundScope versus Flicker Light Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoundScopeFlicker Light Meter
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperROBERT PRICE苏奎 丁

In-app purchases

None

SoundScope

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Flicker Light Meter

Subscriptions1
  • 月度会员$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$0.99

Questions

Is SoundScope free?
SoundScope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flicker Light Meter free?
Flicker Light Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SoundScope or Flicker Light Meter have ads?
Neither SoundScope nor Flicker Light Meter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SoundScope or Flicker Light Meter?
SoundScope ships an update every 3 months, and Flicker Light Meter every 9 days. Most recently, SoundScope was updated on October 5, 2026 and Flicker Light Meter on October 11, 2026.

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