Comparison

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT vs Frequency Analyzer

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

Head to head
About

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT

Analyze live audio frequencies from your device's microphone. Identify peak frequencies, hums, and room modes with detailed spectrum views and capture analysis. Compare sound changes over time and export data for further study.

Highlights
  • Live frequency spectrum display
  • 5-second capture and analysis
  • Peak frequency and level identification
  • Adjustable dB range
  • Comparison of sound changes
  • Specialized analysis modes (Voice, Machine, Room)
  • CSV export
Features
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Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT shows the live frequency spectrum of any sound your iPhone microphone hears, then lets you capture a 5-second average and read the result: the strongest frequency in Hz, the top components and where the energy sits. ▶ See the spectrum live • 32 bands from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, computed with a 2048-point FFT • Four views: Bars with peak hold, Line, Waterfall and Spectrogram • Peak frequency and peak level update as you listen • Min / Max traces in the Bars view, tap a bar for a cursor readout, freeze the display to study it • Adjustable dB range from 30 to 120 dB ▶ Capture 5 seconds, get an answer Tap Capture 5 s under the graph and hold the sound steady. The app power-averages the spectrum over five seconds and shows a result card: • Strongest component in Hz, with the musical note and cents in Voice mode • Up to three top components with their levels • Share of the detected energy in the low, mid and high part of the selected range • Strongest band level and the FFT resolution of the measurement If the sound is too quiet in that range, the card says so instead of inventing a peak. ▶ Compare before and after Save a capture as a reference (up to 10). Make a change — move a speaker, add treatment, adjust a machine — capture again in the same mode and the card shows the average band-level difference in dB. References can also be overlaid on the live spectrum. ▶ Pick the job • Voice: 80–4000 Hz, shows the note of the strongest pitch • Machine: 20–2000 Hz, looks for 50/60 Hz mains hum and its harmonics • Room: 20–500 Hz, the low end where room modes build up ▶ Export and share • Export a CSV of the live spectrum or of a 5-second capture • Share a short text summary of a capture ▶ Extras • Calibration offset from −20 to +20 dB in 0.5 dB steps to line up with a reference meter • Pink noise generator, unlocked for 24 hours by watching a short ad • Interface in 30 languages ▶ Good to know Levels are relative to the microphone's full scale (dBFS). A phone microphone is not a certified sound level meter, so use the numbers to find frequencies and compare changes, not for compliance measurements. Audio is analysed in memory while you listen and is not saved as a recording. For musicians checking a tone, home studio and hi-fi owners chasing a boomy note, and anyone tracking down a hum from a fridge, fan or transformer.

About

Frequency Analyzer

Transform your device into a professional sound level meter, spectrum analyzer, and noise dosimeter. Ideal for fieldwork, inspections, and detailed acoustic measurements with real-time data and exportable reports.

Highlights
  • Real-time SPL meter with A, C, Z weighting
  • FFT spectrum and scrolling spectrogram
  • Noise dosimeter for exposure tracking
  • Octave-band analysis
  • Reference tone generator
  • CSV, PNG, and PDF report export
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a calibrated sound level meter, spectrum analyzer, and noise dosimeter. Built for fieldwork, inspections, and everyday measurements. Whether you are tuning a room, surveying noise on a job site, or checking workplace exposure, Frequency Analyzer gives you the data you need. REAL-TIME SOUND LEVEL METER - Live SPL readout with A, C, and Z weighting plus linear response - Fast (125 ms), Slow (1 s), and custom time averaging - Min, max, average, peak, and LAeq displayed continuously - Configurable reference calibration so your readings match a known source SPECTRUM AND SPECTROGRAM - Real-time FFT spectrum from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, linear or logarithmic axis - Scrolling spectrogram with selectable colormap and peak-hold markers - Octave-band view at 1/1, 1/3, 1/6, or 1/12 resolution - Classic oscilloscope waveform with adjustable time window - Amplitude-over-time history for slow trends across hours NOISE DOSIMETER Track noise exposure against NIOSH and OSHA criteria or a custom standard you define. The app accumulates dose throughout your shift, projects your 8-hour exposure, and reports the time-weighted average. Add event notes and export a PDF report with stats and graphs. REPORTS AND EXPORT - Reference tone generator from 20 Hz to 20 kHz for signal checks - CSV time-series exports for spreadsheets and analysis tools - Spectrogram PNG snapshots at configurable resolution - PDF reports with session statistics, charts, and event markers - Calibration and preferences stored locally on your device PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything runs on your device. There is no account, no login, and microphone audio does not leave your phone. Sessions, notes, calibration data, and preferences stay in local storage. HOW TO USE 1. Grant microphone access and run the quick calibration walkthrough 2. Choose Analyzer, dB Meter, or Dosimeter from the tab bar 3. Use spectrum, spectrogram, waveform, octave, or amplitude history 4. Watch dose, peak, average, and frequency readings as you measure 5. Export CSV, PNG, or a PDF report when you need results Built for acousticians, safety officers, HVAC inspectors, musicians, and students who want serious acoustic measurement in their pocket. Free to download. Some features require a premium purchase. Privacy Policy: https://estifie.com/apps/frequencyanalyzer/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://estifie.com/apps/frequencyanalyzer/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT3 screens
Frequency Analyzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Frequency Analyzer at 5.0 against Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT's 2.6. Frequency Analyzer also leads on ads (none vs shown). Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Frequency Analyzer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Frequency Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT ships an update every 5 days, Frequency Analyzer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT versus Frequency Analyzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFTFrequency Analyzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB9 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKyu-Hee JangErtugrul Sari

Customer experience

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Frequency Analyzer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Frequency Analyzer

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT free?
Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Frequency Analyzer free?
Frequency Analyzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT or Frequency Analyzer?
Frequency Analyzer is rated higher. Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Frequency Analyzer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT or Frequency Analyzer have ads?
Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT shows ads; Frequency Analyzer does not.
Which is updated more often, Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT or Frequency Analyzer?
Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT ships an update every 5 days, and Frequency Analyzer fortnightly. Most recently, Spectrum Analyzer+ Audio FFT was updated on November 5, 2026 and Frequency Analyzer on October 28, 2026.

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