DR vs AVCommander
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
DR
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DR-SoundMeter turns your device into a professional-grade sound level meter. Measure ambient noise in decibels (dB) using your microphone and get instant feedback on whether sound levels are safe for your hearing. REAL-TIME SOUND MEASUREMENT - Accurate dB readings updated in real time - Visual gauge with clear noise level classification: Quiet, OK, Loud, or Harmful - Track minimum, maximum, and average dB levels during each session - Calibration offset to fine-tune readings for your specific device LIVE AUDIO CHART - Watch noise levels change over time on an interactive chart - Filter by time period: 1 minute, 10 minutes, 1 hour, or full session - Instantly spot noise spikes and patterns HEARING SAFETY & EXPOSURE CALCULATOR - Know exactly how long you can safely stay in a noisy environment - Supports both NIOSH and OSHA occupational exposure standards - Built-in exposure timer warns you before you reach unsafe limits - Detailed exposure limits table from 85 dB to 109 dB NOISE COMPARISON GUIDE - Compare your readings to 15 familiar sounds โ from a whisper (20 dB) to a jet engine (130 dB) - Easily understand what your dB reading actually means in everyday terms SAVE & MAP YOUR MEASUREMENTS - Save individual noise readings with timestamps and custom location names - Automatically capture GPS coordinates with each measurement - View all your saved measurements on an interactive noise map - Color-coded markers show noise levels across different locations SETTINGS & CUSTOMIZATION - Calibrate your microphone for more accurate results - Choose between Dark and Light themes - Select your preferred exposure standard (NIOSH or OSHA) PERFECT FOR - Musicians and concert-goers monitoring safe sound exposure - Workers in loud environments (construction, manufacturing, events) - Parents checking noise levels in nurseries and playrooms - Students and researchers conducting sound surveys - Anyone curious about the noise levels around them Download DR-SoundMeter now and start protecting your hearing! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
AVCommander
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a professional AV control center. Communicate directly with any equipment via TCP, UDP, HTTP, Telnet, WebSocket, and JSON-RPC protocols. Build your own custom interface with buttons, sliders, and toggles, arranged exactly the way you want. AVCommander is a dynamic control application designed to interface directly with professional AV equipment over IP networks. Rather than relying on pre-programmed logic or third-party control processors, the app generates UI on-the-fly based on added devices. KEY FEATURES Dynamic UI Generation The interface is built automatically from your devices. Add any device, and the app creates the appropriate controls โ power buttons, volume sliders, input selectors, and more. Scene Management Create scenes to execute multiple commands with a single tap. Configure "All On" to power up your entire system, or "All Off" for shutdown. Add any number of commands to each scene. Command Automation Set repeat timers for any button (0.5 to 3600 seconds). Perfect for automated presentations, looped content playback, or scheduled commands. UI Password Protection Secure your interface with a 6-digit password. Use with Guided Access to prevent app exit and disable Edit Mode for end users. Recommended for installed systems. 17 Languages The app supports 17 languages, making it accessible to users worldwide. Dark & Light Themes Comfortable interface in any environment. Dark theme for dimly lit control rooms, light theme for bright spaces. Screen Rotation The UI adapts automatically to any orientation. Rotate your device and the controls adjust instantly. SUPPORTED DEVICE CATEGORIES Audio DSP Processors: Volume control, mute, recall, and preset management Video Matrix: HDMI matrices, seamless switches, multiviewers, and scalers Video Wall: Processors, LED screen controllers, projection systems, TV panels PTZ Cameras: VISCA protocol, preset recall, and tracking control VCS Codecs: API command support for video conferencing systems Congress Systems: Microphone control, chairman side, active mic management Lighting & Automation: Light control systems, motorized shades, blinds Custom Devices: Digital signage players, any TCP/IP controllable device with API support SUPPORTED CONTROL PROTOCOLS TCP, UDP, Telnet, HTTP, JSON-RPC, WebSocket, TCP Server (receive commands from equipment) DRIVER LIBRARY Download ready-made configurations for popular devices from the built-in driver library. Drivers are automatically updated and added via GitHub repository. Simply download the required driver and import it into the app with one tap. FULL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Download complete equipment configurations with full command sets to your device. Share entire room configurations with colleagues. With JSON import and export, you can load, save, or transfer the complete configuration of multiple devices at once. Perfect for replicating settings across projects with identical equipment. BRAND COMPATIBILITY Barco, Biamp, BrightSign, Crestron, Kramer, NEC, Novastar, Panasonic, Sony, Spinetix, Televic, TVOne and others STANDARTS PJLink, VISCA and others COMMAND MANAGEMENT Manual device addition with IP address and port configuration Base command sets for each device type Create custom commands โ buttons, sliders, toggles Bulk import and export via JSON files Driver library with ready-made configurations
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AVCommander at none against DR's 1. AVCommander also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. DR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AVCommander asks for nothing beyond the download.
DR ships an update every 2 months, AVCommander every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DR | AVCommander |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months โ better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 18.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DR-Online Sp. z o.o. | Alex Astafew |
In-app purchases
DR
- SoundMeter PRO$1.99
AVCommander
No in-app purchases









