Comparison

Decibels Sound Level Meter vs Air2Pass

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

Air2Pass

Features
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Air2Pass is a local-first password vault for iPhone. Store account details, generate passwords, keep HOTP and TOTP one-time codes, and export encrypted backups without creating an online account. Key features: - Local encrypted vault - Face ID or device passcode unlock - Password generator - HOTP and TOTP code support - Encrypted backup and restore - Local Wi-Fi sharing with iPhone approval - Password copy from item detail with clipboard expiry Air2Pass is designed for users who want a simple offline vault that keeps control on their own device.

Screenshots

Decibels Sound Level Meter3 screens
Air2Pass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Decibels Sound Level Meter at $0.99 against Air2Pass's $4.99. Decibels Sound Level Meter also leads on iOS requirement (17 vs 26.2). On ads, 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

Decibels Sound Level Meter costs $0.99 and Air2Pass $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
Decibels Sound Level Meter versus Air2Pass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibels Sound Level MeterAir2Pass
Price$0.99 — better$4.99
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNAICAI LIIENG PHO

In-app purchases

None

Decibels Sound Level Meter

No in-app purchases

None

Air2Pass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Decibels Sound Level Meter free?
Decibels Sound Level Meter costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Air2Pass free?
Air2Pass costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Decibels Sound Level Meter or Air2Pass have ads?
Neither Decibels Sound Level Meter nor Air2Pass shows ads.

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