Frequency Counter Hz Tuner vs SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Frequency Counter Hz Tuner
This app transforms your iPhone into a powerful audio analyzer. It offers four distinct modes to measure sound frequencies, tune instruments, analyze motor speeds, and check mains stability. Advanced features include measurement history, comparison tools, and CSV export.
- Dominant frequency measurement (Hz)
- Instrument tuning with note and pitch display
- Motor RPM analysis
- 50/60 Hz mains hum detection
- Measurement history and trend charts
- CSV export of measurements
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Frequency Counter Hz Tuner combines guided instrument tuning with a microphone-based Hz meter, measurement history, tone tools, and an ultrasonic scanner. Use the new guided flow to tune a guitar or ukulele one string at a time, or open the meter when you want to inspect the dominant frequency in a sound. GUIDED GUITAR AND UKULELE TUNING Choose guitar or ukulele and work through the strings in order. The guide listens to each string separately. When fresh readings stay within ±5 cents long enough to meet the stability check, the Confirm button becomes available. Tap it to save that string as verified. Each confirmed string records the observed Hz value, cents offset, and verification time. If you stop before finishing, the app saves the partial session and can offer to continue it after relaunch. INSTRUMENT TUNER The tuner includes standard string targets for guitar, bass, ukulele, and violin. Adjust the A4 reference when your tuning setup calls for a different reference. Guided string-by-string sessions are available for guitar and ukulele; the other instrument targets remain available in the regular tuner. DOMINANT FREQUENCY METER Use the microphone to view the dominant frequency of a sound in Hz. Select Auto, Music, Motor, or Hum mode to match the kind of reading you want to inspect. The meter and tuner provide distinct views, so you can move between a general Hz reading and instrument-focused pitch information without leaving the app. MEASUREMENT HISTORY Keep up to 500 measurement records for later reference. Add a note to identify a sound or session, and mark useful records as favorites. The history screen makes it easier to return to selected readings instead of relying on memory or separate notes. TONE AND SWEEP TOOLS Generate sine, square, triangle, or sawtooth waves from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Use a steady tone when you need one frequency, or use sweep mode to move through a range. These controls are grouped in the Tone screen and can support listening, instrument, and audio experiments. ULTRASONIC SCANNER Scan the 17–24 kHz band, view the detected peak and a source hint, and review the recent detection log. Microphone response differs by device, especially at high frequencies, so the scanner does not promise that every phone can cover the entire band. A PRACTICAL MULTI-TOOL FOR SOUND • Tune guitar or ukulele with a guided string sequence • Continue a saved partial tuning session after relaunch • Use standard targets for guitar, bass, ukulele, and violin • Read dominant sound frequency in Hz through the microphone • Choose Auto, Music, Motor, or Hum meter modes • Keep measurement records with notes and favorites • Generate four waveform types in tone or sweep mode • Inspect peaks and recent events in the ultrasonic band Microphone permission is required for listening features. Readings and high-frequency coverage depend on the microphone, device hardware, the sound source, and the surrounding environment. The app is designed as an audio measurement, listening, and instrument-tuning aid.
SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB
Transform your device into a professional audio analysis tool. Visualize sound in real-time with a high-resolution spectrum, perform precise sine sweep measurements, and analyze frequency content over time. Save, compare, and export your audio data.
- Real-time frequency spectrum visualization
- Sine sweep measurements for system response
- Spectrogram for time-frequency analysis
- Comparison and overlay of multiple measurements
- Export data as CSV or PNG
- Pro features for advanced analysis
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SpectralScan turns your phone into a professional audio analysis tool. Real-Time Analyzer (RTA) Visualize your acoustic environment live with a high-resolution frequency spectrum. Adjust smoothing, peak hold, and frequency range on the fly. Sine Sweep Measurements Run a precision sine sweep and capture the full frequency response and impulse response of any speaker, room, or audio system. Spectrogram Watch frequency content evolve over time with a scrolling waterfall display. Compare & Export Save multiple measurements, overlay them for comparison, and export as CSV or PNG. Pro features: multiple sweep measurements, fine octave smoothing, peak frequency display, and additional color themes and more coming.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB at 4.9 against Frequency Counter Hz Tuner's 3.3. SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Frequency Counter Hz Tuner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). On price 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
Both are free to download. SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Frequency Counter Hz Tuner asks for nothing beyond the download.
SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 20 respectively.
Frequency Counter Hz Tuner ships an update every 4 days, SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Frequency Counter Hz Tuner | SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (6 ratings) | 4.9 (20 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 20 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kyu-Hee Jang | Otsukare AB |
Customer experience
Frequency Counter Hz Tuner
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In-app purchases
Frequency Counter Hz Tuner
No in-app purchases
SpectralScan Audio Analyzer dB
- SpectralScan Pro$11.99
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