Comparison

CoilSense vs LOUDMETER

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

Head to head
About

CoilSense

This app provides a comprehensive reference for guitar pickup wiring, featuring a vast database of manufacturers and detailed specifications. It offers advanced wiring logic, including side-by-side comparison of different components and configurations, designed for guitar technicians and DIY builders.

Highlights
  • Extensive database of 80+ manufacturers
  • Detailed wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction
  • Support for various pickup types
  • Pro-grade wiring logic with component adaptation
  • Side-by-side comparison mode
  • Real-time translation and linked settings
  • iPad optimized interface
Features
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The Ultimate Reference for Guitar Technicians and DIY Builders. Whether you’re upgrading a boutique humbucker or repairing a vintage classic, CoilSense eliminates the frustration of "mystery wires." Built by a professional guitar technician with over 15 years of experience, this is the most comprehensive pickup wiring resource on the App Store. BROWSE A MASSIVE DATABASE Stop searching forums for blurry diagrams. Access a curated, searchable library of 80+ manufacturers, from global giants to boutique builders. Detailed Specs: View wiring codes, coil polarity, and wind direction for every pickup. Multi-Format Support: Covers 4-core humbuckers, single-coil shielded wires, and multi-voice active systems. Live Updates: New manufacturers are added via Firestore—no app update required. PRO-GRADE WIRING LOGIC Most diagrams assume one type of component. CoilSense adapts to your actual hardware. Alpha vs. CTS: Instantly switch between the two most common pot types. They are wired differently—CoilSense shows you exactly how. Advanced Switching: Visualize complex layouts for Coil-Splitting (Inner/Outer coil), Phase Switching, and Series/Parallel configurations. Side-By-Side Compare Mode (Pro) The industry’s first "Visual Translator" for guitar pickups. Upgrading from one brand to another? Moving a build from a budget guitar to a premium one? Compare Mode allows you to put two different manufacturers or component types side-by-side to see exactly how the wiring changes. Real-Time Translation: Compare a Seymour Duncan to a Bare Knuckle instantly. No more cross-referencing static charts or manual note-taking. The "Link" Feature: Keep your settings in sync. Change the wiring to "Series/Parallel" on one side, and the other side updates automatically to show you the equivalent layout for the second manufacturer. The "Override" Logic: Turn off the Link to compare hardware variations. Want to see how an Alpha Pot layout differs from a CTS Pot layout for the exact same pickup? Simply override the link and toggle the hardware on one side. iPad Optimized: On the iPad, Compare Mode utilizes the full screen width to give you a massive, clear view of both schematics—perfect for having your device on the workbench while you solder. DESIGNED FOR THE WORKBENCH iPad Optimized: A unified notes field and side-by-side Compare Mode take full advantage of the larger screen. No Subscription Fatigue: Get lifetime access to the full suite of features with a one-time Pro purchase. CoilSense: Accuracy you can trust, right at your soldering station.

About

LOUDMETER

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LOUDMETER brings loudness analysis to your iPhone and iPad. Check a finished bounce wherever you are, or use your device as a second screen for your Mac’s live meters. ANALYZE AUDIO FILES Open or drop an MP3, WAV, AIFF, FLAC, or M4A file to see: • Integrated LUFS, plus Short-Term and Momentary maxima • True Peak in dBTP, with an over count • Loudness Range and Peak to Loudness Ratio • Stereo correlation and a loudness timeline • Reference targets for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Netflix, and EBU R128 Copy your measurements or export a PNG report. All analysis runs on your device. MIRROR YOUR MAC Connect to LOUDMETER running on a Mac on the same local network. View live measurements on your phone or tablet and reset the Mac’s meters remotely. The connection uses Bonjour. Only measurement and visualization data are transmitted, never your audio. BUILT FOR MIXING AND MASTERING Loudness measurement is based on ITU-R BS.1770-5 and EBU R128, with K-weighting adapted to each file’s sample rate. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account, tracking, or analytics. Audio processing stays on your device, and live readings stay on your local network. Questions or feedback? loudmeter.okancam.co

Screenshots

CoilSense3 screens
LOUDMETER4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LOUDMETER at Free against CoilSense's $9.99. LOUDMETER also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On 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

LOUDMETER is free to download; CoilSense costs $9.99 up front. CoilSense sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LOUDMETER asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CoilSense ships an update every 4 months, LOUDMETER every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
CoilSense versus LOUDMETER: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCoilSenseLOUDMETER
Price$9.99Free — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinity Guitar WorksOKAN CAM

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CoilSense

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$9.99
None

LOUDMETER

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CoilSense free?
CoilSense costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LOUDMETER free?
LOUDMETER is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CoilSense or LOUDMETER have ads?
Neither CoilSense nor LOUDMETER shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CoilSense or LOUDMETER?
CoilSense ships an update every 4 months, and LOUDMETER every 2 weeks. Most recently, CoilSense was updated on November 9, 2026 and LOUDMETER on October 31, 2026.

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