Comparison

WaveFix vs PureGauge

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

Head to head
About

WaveFix

Features
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Dropped your iPhone in water? Speakers sound muffled or distorted? WaveFix is the most advanced speaker cleaning utility on the App Store โ€” combining adaptive 5-phase audio technology, real-time haptics, and professional diagnostic tools. โ€” WAVEFIX CLEANING MODE โ€” Not just a single tone. WaveFix runs a 30 or 45-second intelligent session across 5 adaptive phases: Loosening โ†’ Deep Clean โ†’ Power Flush โ†’ Low Sweep โ†’ Final Clear Each phase generates a unique multi-layered audio signal with FM modulation, harmonic blending, stereo panning, and nonlinear shaping. Volume is automatically maximized. Powerful haptic feedback runs in sync with the cleaning โ€” so you feel every pulse working. โ€” TONE GENERATOR โ€” A precision frequency generator covering the full 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz range. Choose from 5 waveform types โ€” sine, square, triangle, sawtooth up, sawtooth down. Use frequency presets, a logarithmic slider, or swipe to tune. Watch your signal rendered live as a waveform. Perfect for audio calibration, speaker testing, and audiophile use. โ€” SOUND LEVEL METER โ€” Turn your iPhone into a professional decibel meter. WaveFix measures real-time SPL from your microphone โ€” showing current, minimum, average, and peak dB levels with a live 120-point history graph. All audio is processed locally on your device. โ€” SPEAKER TEST โ€” 6 modes to diagnose your audio output: - Left channel only - Right channel only - Both channels (stereo) - Bass test (60 Hz) - Full frequency sweep (20 Hz โ†’ 20 kHz) - Ping-pong stereo (alternating L/R) Instantly identify channel imbalances, distortion, or frequency response issues. โ€” WHY WAVEFIX โ€” - 5-phase adaptive cleaning โ€” not a static single tone - Auto volume maximization during cleaning sessions - Haptic feedback engine synchronized with audio phases - Full-range tone generator with 5 waveform types - Professional SPL meter with live history graph - 6 speaker test modes including full frequency sweep - 100% local processing โ€” your audio never leaves your device - Premium dark UI with real-time waveform visualization IMPORTANT WaveFix uses sound-based techniques to assist with water and dust removal. Results depend on device model, speaker condition, and the type of contamination. This app does not replace professional hardware repair. Loud audio is used during cleaning sessions โ€” please protect your hearing and keep the device away from your ear. SUBSCRIPTION WaveFix Premium unlocks full access to all features. - 3-day free trial, then weekly billing - Annual plan available Subscriptions renew automatically. Manage or cancel anytime in App Store Settings. Privacy: all audio is processed locally on your device. No accounts required. No user audio data is uploaded or stored remotely. Privacy Policy: https://wavefix.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://wavefix.app/terms

About

PureGauge

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PureGauge is a GPS speedometer that respects you. See your speed, altitude, position and heading โ€” nothing more, nothing less. WHAT PUREGAUGE SHOWS YOU โ€ข Current speed in km/h or mph โ€ข Maximum and average speed for your session โ€ข Altitude in meters or feet โ€ข Trip distance โ€ข GPS coordinates and compass heading โ€ข GPS signal quality WHAT PUREGAUGE NEVER DOES โ€ข No ads โ€” not now, not ever โ€ข No data collection โ€” your location never leaves your device โ€ข No account โ€” no sign-up, no email โ€ข No background tracking โ€” GPS is active only while the app is open โ€ข No in-app purchases โ€” the app is complete as downloaded โ€ข No crash analytics, usage tracking or telemetry HUD MODE Rotate to landscape for a HUD-style display. The speed readout is mirrored for windshield reflection. Use responsibly and follow local laws. BUILT FOR Cyclists, runners, hikers, road trippers and anyone who wants a clean speed readout without trading privacy for convenience. Your speed. Nothing else.

Screenshots

WaveFix4 screens
PureGauge2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PureGauge at none against WaveFix's 2. PureGauge also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

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. WaveFix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. PureGauge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
WaveFix versus PureGauge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWaveFixPureGauge
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS16.014.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size10 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLira AIMichael Hempel

In-app purchases

2 purchases

WaveFix

Subscriptions2
  • WaveFix Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • WaveFix Annual$29.991 Year
None

PureGauge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WaveFix free?
WaveFix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PureGauge free?
PureGauge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WaveFix or PureGauge have ads?
Neither WaveFix nor PureGauge shows ads.

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