Comparison

dB Meter vs サウンドチェッカー

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

Head to head
About

dB Meter

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a precise noise level meter. dB Meter · Noise Analyzer helps you measure, track, and understand sound levels around you in real time. Whether you’re checking if music is too loud, monitoring office noise, or protecting your hearing, this app gives you clear dB readings with a modern, easy-to-read interface. ◆ REAL-TIME dB METER • Live decibel (dB) readings with a large central gauge • Color feedback from safe to dangerous levels • Waveform view that reacts instantly to the sound around you ◆ SESSION STATS • Minimum, average, and maximum dB for each session • Live “LIVE RECORDING” status with session timer • Auto-stop timer option for hands-free measurements ◆ CALIBRATION & PRECISION • Gain calibration slider to match a reference sound level meter • Frequency weighting (dBA, etc.) to match real-world standards • Adjustable response speed (Fast / Slow) for smoother or more responsive readings ◆ SAFETY & AWARENESS • Custom alarm threshold: get visual feedback when levels are too loud • OSHA-style guidance inside the Info screen for exposure limits • Practical listening tips to help you protect your hearing ◆ HISTORY & ORGANIZATION • Save measurement sessions to your history • Review previous sessions with key stats • Useful for repeat measurements in the same locations ◆ CLEAN, MODERN DESIGN • Dark-friendly, minimal interface that focuses on the data • Config pills showing your current response mode and weighting • Optional “Always On Display” to keep the screen awake while measuring PLEASE NOTE: This app is designed for general information and personal use. For professional or legal measurements, a certified Class 1 sound level meter is recommended.

About

サウンドチェッカー

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What's the noise level around you? Sound Checker measures ambient noise levels in real-time using your phone's microphone. - Check apartment noise from neighbors - Measure snoring or teeth grinding volume - Monitor noise at construction sites or events - Check sound levels in your baby's room - Measure quietness of cafes and offices Features: - Real-time dB measurement with large meter display - 30-second waveform graph - Measurement history (min/avg/max dB auto-saved) - WHO noise level guidelines & Japan environmental standards Your microphone is used only for measurement. No audio data is stored or transmitted. Completely free with all features available. Note: This app provides approximate noise level readings using your smartphone's microphone. For legal evidence or precise measurements, please use a professional sound level meter.

Screenshots

dB Meter4 screens
サウンドチェッカー4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: dB Meter at 2 against サウンドチェッカー's —. On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
dB Meter versus サウンドチェッカー: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterdB Meterサウンドチェッカー
PriceFreeFree
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSOAD HAMADEHYujiro Sakai

In-app purchases

None

dB Meter

No in-app purchases

None

サウンドチェッカー

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is dB Meter free?
dB Meter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is サウンドチェッカー free?
サウンドチェッカー is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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