Comparison

Decibel Meter vs TockTock Timer

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

Head to head
About

Decibel Meter

Features
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Decibel Meter: Noise dB Level
 Precise. Fast. Reliable. Decibel Meter is a simple yet powerful sound measurement tool designed to help you monitor noise levels in your environment with accuracy and ease. Whether you're checking for workplace safety, evaluating home noise, or simply curious about your surroundings, this app delivers real-time decibel readings right from your device. Key Features * Real-Time dB Monitoring: Measure environmental noise with instant, accurate sound level readings. * Detailed Sound Analysis: View minimum, maximum, and average decibel values as you measure. * Clean, Intuitive Interface: A modern and easy-to-use design suitable for all users. * History & Trends: Track previously recorded sessions to compare noise levels over time. * Calibration Options: Fine-tune your meter for even more precise measurements. * Multi-Purpose Use: Perfect for checking office, classroom, street, or home noise. Why Decibel Meter?
With professional-grade measurements, user-friendly design, and reliable performance, Decibel Meter helps you stay aware of your sound environment and make informed decisions about noise exposure and safety. Measure noise effortlesslyβ€”anytime, anywhere. Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy--Decibel-Check-12-08 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use--Decibel-Check-12-08

About

TockTock Timer

Features
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TockTock is a paired iPhone and Apple Watch timer designed around one annoyance: the built-in watchOS Timer app makes you scroll past durations you never use to reach the ones you reach for daily. TockTock fixes that. Your most-tapped presets float to the top of the list automatically. Ties broken by recency, so the timer you want is always under your thumb β€” no setup, no fiddling, no rearranging by hand. FEATURES β€’ Six sensible defaults (5, 10, 15, 25, 30, 45 min) β€” edit, delete or add your own from either device β€’ Tap a preset on iPhone or Apple Watch to start an instant countdown β€’ Progress ring with monospaced time, plus Pause and Resume β€’ Haptic feedback on the watch when a timer finishes β€’ System chime and local notification on iPhone, so a backgrounded timer still pings you β€’ Restart in one tap when the timer hits zero β€’ Long-press on iPhone to edit or delete; swipe to delete; add custom durations down to one second ON THE WATCH The watch app is the heart of TockTock. Your top picks bubble up automatically so the timers you reach for daily are always above the fold. Add a custom duration right from your wrist β€” no need to pull out your phone. PRIVACY BY DEFAULT β€’ No accounts. No sign-in. β€’ No ads. No tracking. No analytics. β€’ No network calls β€” TockTock works fully offline. β€’ Your presets and usage counts live in UserDefaults on your devices and never leave them. REQUIRES iOS 17.0 or later. watchOS 10.0 or later. The iPhone app is the companion; the watch app is the focus. Built to scratch one itch β€” quiet, fast, and offline.

Screenshots

Decibel Meter4 screens
TockTock Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TockTock Timer at none against Decibel Meter's 3. TockTock Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Decibel Meter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. TockTock Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Decibel Meter versus TockTock Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibel MeterTockTock Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” better
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size26 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul NistorZhengxi Zhou

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Decibel Meter

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
None

TockTock Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Decibel Meter free?
Decibel Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TockTock Timer free?
TockTock Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Decibel Meter or TockTock Timer have ads?
Neither Decibel Meter nor TockTock Timer shows ads.

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