Comparison

Decibels Sound Level Meter vs TimePulse

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

Head to head
About

Decibels Sound Level Meter

Features
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Sound Level Meter is an iOS tool for everyday environmental noise measurement—see levels in the field, keep a log, and share a polished Pro report when you need one. Features • Live A-weighted sound level with Fast / Slow time weighting • Session stats: energy-style average (LAeq) and peak (LAmax-style) • Acoustic calibration offset to align with a reference source • History with custom titles and optional location notes • Export CSV / JSON and Pro PDF measurement reports • Education: hearing & decibels, typical noise level ranges Good for Home and office background noise, street/neighbor logging, DIY checks around renovations or equipment, quick reference notes and sharing. Disclaimer Readings are estimated from the phone microphone and software. Results vary with device, mic sensitivity, handling, wind, reflections, and calibration. Outputs are for personal reference, logging, and sharing only—not legal metrology, certified lab reports, or compliance determinations. Use a calibrated standard sound level meter and qualified professionals when precision matters.

About

TimePulse

Track daily habits, moods, and streaks with a live clock interface. This app offers a calm and focused approach to building routines and understanding your day without overwhelming dashboards. It provides widgets, shortcuts, and data export for a comprehensive overview.

Highlights
  • Live clock home screen
  • Daily habits and streaks
  • Home, Lock, and StandBy widgets
  • Siri Shortcuts and Action Button check-in
  • Quick mood logging
  • Data export (JSON/CSV)
  • Pulse Insights (Pro)
Features
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TimePulse helps you see how time turns into routine. Built around a live clock, a daily habit system, and fast mood check-ins, TimePulse gives you a calmer way to stay aware of your day without turning life into a complicated dashboard. Free features: • Live clock home screen • Daily habits and streaks • Home Screen, Lock Screen, and StandBy widgets • Siri Shortcuts and Action Button check-in • Interactive widget check-in • Six-month Rhythm Map for every habit • Quick mood logging with short notes • Mood timeline and recent history • Export your data as JSON or CSV TimePulse Pro unlocks: • Unlimited habits • Pulse Insights • iCloud sync • Repair missed check-ins to protect streaks • A clearer long-term view of your rhythm TimePulse is designed to stay focused: fast logging, clear visual hierarchy, and a strong sense of momentum without clutter. Purchases and subscriptions are managed through your Apple ID. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://timepulse-app.newtree.tech/en/privacy.html

Screenshots

Decibels Sound Level Meter3 screens
TimePulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Decibels Sound Level Meter at none against TimePulse's 3. On price, ads, device support 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

Decibels Sound Level Meter costs $0.99 and TimePulse $0.99 up front. TimePulse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Decibels Sound Level Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Decibels Sound Level Meter versus TimePulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibels Sound Level MeterTimePulse
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating—3.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB15 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperNAICAI LI树伟 杨

In-app purchases

None

Decibels Sound Level Meter

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TimePulse

Subscriptions2
  • TimePulse Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • TimePulse Pro Yearly$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • TimePulse Pro Lifetime$12.99

Questions

Is Decibels Sound Level Meter free?
Decibels Sound Level Meter costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TimePulse free?
TimePulse costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Decibels Sound Level Meter or TimePulse have ads?
Neither Decibels Sound Level Meter nor TimePulse shows ads.

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