Comparison

DIY Sizer vs SoundMeter

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

Head to head
About

DIY Sizer

Features
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DIY Sizer is the all-in-one app for recording measurements and calculating materials for your DIY projects. [Dimension Notes] Save measurements per project. Width, height, and depth are stored to the millimeter — easy to check while shopping at the hardware store. [Material Calculator] Automatically calculates how much lumber or plywood you need based on dimensions. See cut counts and offcuts at a glance so you buy exactly what you need. [Project Management] Group measurements and materials per project (shelves, tables, bookcases). Run multiple DIY projects in parallel. [Unit Conversion] Switch between millimeters, centimeters, and inches — handy when working from overseas blueprints. [Photo Notes] Attach a photo to each measurement so you remember exactly where it came from. From first-time DIYers to experienced makers — speed up every workshop session.

About

SoundMeter

Features
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"Isn't this too loud?" "What's the decibel level?" — hold up your phone and see instantly. SoundMeter uses your iPhone's microphone to measure ambient sound in real time. Beyond raw dB numbers, it labels every reading in plain English — "quiet library", "busy street" — so you understand at a glance. From noise dispute evidence to sharing concert loudness, one app covers it all. --- Key Features --- ■ Real-Time dB Meter A half-circle arc meter shows the current volume at a glance. Updated every 100ms with smooth animation, plus MIN / AVG / MAX statistics to track changes over time. ■ Plain-English Sound Labels 30 dB "Quiet Library", 60 dB "Normal Conversation", 90 dB "Very Loud" — 11 levels of intuitive labels help you feel the volume beyond the numbers. ■ Session Recording Tap "Start Recording" to save a session. Automatically logs 1-second dB samples, start/end times, and optional location tags. Perfect for documenting noise disputes. ■ Time-Series Charts Swift Charts area graphs visualize your entire session. Color bands in the background instantly show quiet zones vs. warning zones. ■ CSV / PDF Export Export session data as CSV or PDF. Ideal for attaching to complaint filings, emails to landlords, or property manager reports. ■ Noise Alert Notifications Set a threshold (30–120 dB) and get notified when exceeded. Choose "every time / every minute / every 5 minutes" — perfect for baby sleep monitoring, construction watch, or concert level checks. ■ Mic Calibration Offset Manually adjust for your iPhone's mic sensitivity (±7 dB between models). Compare against a professional calibrated meter for higher accuracy. ■ Location Tags Add location tags like "Downtown Apartment" to each session. Great for scouting apartments or comparing multiple locations. ■ Share Cards Turn your current dB reading into a shareable card for X or Instagram. "Front row: 105 dB" — bring the experience to your feed. ■ Widget Support Home Screen widgets show your last measured dB and label. Lock Screen widgets supported too. ■ iCloud Sync Session records sync automatically via iCloud. Switch devices without losing history. --- Perfect For --- ・Documenting noise complaints from neighbors ・Scouting apartments for ambient noise levels ・Checking a bedroom's quietness for a sleeping child ・Measuring sound leakage during music practice ・Sharing concert or festival loudness on social media ・Recording construction noise for property management ・Verifying quiet cafés for focused work --- Privacy First --- Your audio is never recorded or stored. Only dB values are captured — kept on your device and iCloud. No external transmission ever. --- Minimal Design --- Sage green aesthetic — calm, beautiful, grown-up. Not a garish tool, but a meter you're happy to keep on your Home Screen. Full light and dark mode support. --- More --- ・Full dark mode ・16 languages supported ・iCloud sync ・Remove Ads IAP (one-time purchase) ・All features free --- Disclaimer --- This app provides approximate measurements using the iPhone's built-in microphone and is not a substitute for legally certified calibrated equipment. For legally binding measurements, consult a professional. --------------------------------- Sage Apps Series A collection of iOS utility apps designed for simplicity and ease of use. Unified design to make your day a little better. >> Search "Sage Apps" on the App Store for more ---------------------------------

Screenshots

DIY Sizer3 screens
SoundMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DIY Sizer at none against SoundMeter's 1. DIY Sizer also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. SoundMeter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DIY Sizer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
DIY Sizer versus SoundMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDIY SizerSoundMeter
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSANWA Inc.Yusuke Takeuchi

In-app purchases

None

DIY Sizer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SoundMeter

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is DIY Sizer free?
DIY Sizer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoundMeter free?
SoundMeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DIY Sizer or SoundMeter have ads?
SoundMeter shows ads; DIY Sizer does not.
Which is updated more often, DIY Sizer or SoundMeter?
DIY Sizer ships an update every 2 weeks, and SoundMeter every 2 weeks. Most recently, DIY Sizer was updated on October 18, 2026 and SoundMeter on October 15, 2026.

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