SHIFT Web vs Simple Sound Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SHIFT Web
This web browser enhances online safety by filtering explicit content on social media and search engines. It intelligently monitors URLs and search terms to block inappropriate material, ensuring a private and secure browsing experience.
- Content filtering for social media
- URL and search term monitoring
- Blocks explicit and NSFW content
- Supports Instagram, Twitter/X, Reddit, TikTok, Google
- Local filtering, no data collection
- Standard browser features
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Make room for what matters with SHIFT. Build more intentional phone habits with tools for focus, planning, and managing distractions. • Start a SHIFT to step away from distracting apps. • Protect time with focus sessions and recurring schedules. • Organize your day with a calendar, tasks, and daily goals. • Manage content filtering and custom website or search-term blocks. • View usage insights when the required permissions are enabled. Some features require a paid SHIFT plan and a linked device. The in-app purchase provides lifetime access for one device, with a single payment and no subscription. Existing customers can sign in to access their eligible plan. Initial device setup requires SHIFT Desktop on a compatible Mac or Windows computer and a connection to the device. Purchasing a plan and completing device setup are separate steps.
Simple Sound Meter
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Simple Sound Meter is a fast, visual way to monitor ambient noise. It listens to the microphone and fills your screen with a color that reflects your current sound level—green for quiet, yellow for moderate, and red for loud. Features - Full-screen color indicator (green → yellow → red) - Custom thresholds to match your environment - Optional warning sound when the highest threshold is reached - Choose from multiple warning sounds - Optional red hold and red/white flash for loud events - Keep screen awake while the app is open Privacy Audio is processed on-device for live feedback. This app does not store recordings and does not collect personal data. “What’s New” (Version 1.0) Initial release: live color sound meter, customizable thresholds, warning sounds, red hold + optional flashing.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SHIFT Web at Free against Simple Sound Meter's $0.99. SHIFT Web also leads on iOS requirement (18.4 vs 26.2). Simple Sound Meter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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
SHIFT Web is free to download; Simple Sound Meter costs $0.99 up front. SHIFT Web sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simple Sound Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | SHIFT Web | Simple Sound Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.9 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 234 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RETVRN INC. | Michael Jones |
In-app purchases
SHIFT Web
- SHIFT Lifetime$149.99
Simple Sound Meter
No in-app purchases









