Comparison

Sound Meter vs Video Compressor

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

Head to head
About

Sound Meter

Instantly measure surrounding noise levels with real-time decibel readings. This simple tool displays average and peak values, offering an easy-to-understand guide to interpret sound. It's designed for quick, everyday use without complex settings.

Highlights
  • Real-time noise measurement
  • Average and peak decibel values
  • Noise level interpretation guide
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • Works offline
  • No personal data collection
Features
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Measure surrounding noise instantly and easily. Sound Meter uses your phone microphone to display real-time decibel levels with a clean and simple interface. No setup needed. Just open the app and start measuring. --- Key Features Real-time noise measurement - Measure ambient noise instantly - Large and clear decibel display - Fast response to sound changes - Works indoors and outdoors Average and peak values - View current average and peak decibel levels - Track noise changes over time - Compare different environments easily Noise level guide - Shows levels like quiet, moderate, loud - Easy to understand without technical knowledge - Helps interpret sound instantly Simple and intuitive use - Start measuring immediately - No complex settings - Designed for daily use Clean design - Minimal UI focused on essentials - Large numbers for easy reading - Quick open and check --- Recommended for People checking noise between floors - Monitor apartment or neighbor noise - Get objective noise levels People managing study or sleep environment - Check if the space is quiet - Improve focus and rest People curious about daily noise - Measure noise in cafes, streets, or offices - Understand surroundings easily People who want a simple tool - No unnecessary features - Fast and lightweight --- How to use - Start measuring Open the app and measurement starts automatically Real-time decibel levels are displayed - Check values View average and peak values Use the noise guide for quick understanding - Use anytime Open and measure anytime No setup required --- Why choose Sound Meter - Free to use with all features - Fast and lightweight performance - Simple UI with no learning needed - Practical for real-life use - Works offline without internet --- Privacy - No personal data is collected - All processing is done on your device --- Developer Note Sound Meter focuses on simplicity and speed. Only essential features are included. At home, in cafes, or on the street Measure your surroundings anytime with ease Download now and check your noise level instantly

About

Video Compressor

Features
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The fastest way to shrink your video files. Compress large videos in seconds using hardware-accelerated encoding - no quality loss, no waiting. Choose your compression level: - High Quality: Keep near-original clarity at 50% smaller size - Balanced: Perfect mix of quality and size reduction - Minimum: Shrink files up to 93% for easy sharing Full control over your output: - Adjust resolution from 1080p down to 360p - Fine-tune bitrate with custom slider - Set frame rate (30/24/15 fps) - Include or exclude audio track - Real-time estimated file size preview Built for speed: - Hardware-accelerated encoding (VideoToolbox) - Real-time progress tracking - Screen stays on during compression - Compress and share in one tap Perfect for: - Sending videos via messaging apps with file limits - Freeing up storage on your device - Uploading to social media faster - Email attachments that actually go through Your videos stay on your device. No uploads, no cloud processing, completely private. Download now and reclaim your storage space.

Screenshots

Sound Meter3 screens
Video Compressor4 screens

Verdict

The call

Sound Meter and Video Compressor are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Sound Meter versus Video Compressor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSound MeterVideo Compressor
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyDailyโ€”
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size21 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBroSisterseohyeon yoon

In-app purchases

None

Sound Meter

No in-app purchases

None

Video Compressor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sound Meter free?
Sound Meter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Video Compressor free?
Video Compressor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sound Meter or Video Compressor have ads?
Both Sound Meter and Video Compressor show ads.

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