Comparison

ClockBeats vs Decibel Meter

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

Head to head
About

ClockBeats

Features
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ClockBeats – Music Meets Time Turn time into an experience. ClockBeats blends a beautifully designed clock with a music-inspired visual experience, creating a unique and immersive way to see time. Whether you’re playing your favorite tracks or simply enjoying the visuals, ClockBeats transforms your device into a living, breathing display. Key Features - Music-Driven Clock Watch time move in rhythm with your music-inspired visuals. - Stunning Visual Themes Choose from beautifully crafted designs inspired by: - Vinyl turntables - Cassette decks - Digital audio meters Each theme brings a different personality to your clock. - Simulated Audio Visualisation Dynamic meters and motion are simulated to create a smooth, visually engaging experience. - Clean, Minimal Interface Designed with a premium, distraction-free aesthetic that feels right at home on iPhone and iPad. - Now Playing Integration Display playback state and timing alongside your clock for a cohesive experience. Why ClockBeats? Most clocks just tell time. ClockBeats lets you experience it. Perfect for: - Music lovers - Desk setups - Ambient displays - Focus sessions - Nightstand mode Designed for Apple Devices Built using modern iOS design principles with smooth performance and attention to detail. Upgrade to Premium Unlock the full ClockBeats experience. With ClockBeats Premium, you get access to everything that makes the app feel alive, customizable, and truly yours. What’s Included - All Visual Themes Access every premium design, including: - Vinyl turntable - Cassette deck - Audio meters - Future exclusive themes - Full Customisation Tailor the experience to your style: - Switch themes anytime - Fine-tune visual behaviour - Create your ideal music + clock setup - Enhanced Visual Experience Enjoy richer, smoother, more refined animations designed for a premium feel. - Ongoing Updates New themes, features, and visual upgrades are added regularly. Flexible Plans Choose what works for you: - Monthly subscription - Yearly subscription (best value) Simple & Transparent - Payment is charged to your Apple account at confirmation - Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled - Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store settings Subscription Terms & Legal Privacy Policy: https://pinkfloydim.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Simple. Beautiful. Musical. Download ClockBeats and see time differently.

About

Decibel Meter

Transform your device into a professional sound level meter to measure ambient noise in real-time. Analyze sound frequencies, monitor noise exposure, and export detailed reports to understand your acoustic environment.

Highlights
  • Real-time decibel measurement
  • A, C, and Z frequency weighting
  • FAST, SLOW, and IMPULSE response modes
  • Spectrum Analyzer with FFT and spectrogram
  • Noise Dosimeter for daily exposure estimates
  • Long-term tracking and history logs
  • Exportable PDF reports
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a professional sound level meter, noise meter, and decibel meter for accurate, real-time audio measurement. Decibel Meter measures ambient noise with pre-calibrated dB readings, so you always know exactly how loud your surroundings are — at home, at work, at concerts, or on the go. Protect your hearing, monitor noisy environments, and finally understand the sound around you. Whether you are checking workplace noise, improving room acoustics, monitoring environmental noise pollution, or tuning audio systems, this app provides fast, reliable sound level measurements in dBA, dBC, and dBZ. WHAT MAKES IT GREAT - Trusted accuracy: pre-calibrated for iPhone and iPad, with built-in microphone calibration tools for improved precision - Real-time measurement: decibel (dB) readings update continuously, with A, C, and Z frequency weighting (dBA, dBC, dBZ) - Response modes: FAST, SLOW, and IMPULSE with real-time average (Leq) and peak detection - Spectrum Analyzer: real-time FFT, spectrogram, and octave-band visualization for audio analysis and acoustic tuning - Noise Dosimeter: daily noise exposure estimates based on NIOSH & OSHA standards - Long-term tracking: save measurement history with timestamps and review historical logs - Export & share: export detailed PDF reports and share results instantly - Accurate frequency detection for sound analysis, audio diagnostics, and equipment tuning - Beautiful, intuitive UI with digital and analog displays TECHNICAL SPECS - Measurement range: 30–130 dBA - Response time: SLOW (500 ms), FAST (200 ms), IMPULSE (50 ms) - MIC gain offset: -50 dB to +50 dB - Real-time current, average (Leq), and max values with digital & analog displays USE CASES Noise measurement, environmental noise monitoring, home cinema calibration, room acoustics, workplace safety, and audio testing. PRIVACY All audio processing is performed locally on your device. No recordings or sound data are uploaded or shared. NOTES - An average quiet room reads about 30 dBA; the 30–130 dBA range is the standard usable range. - For professional use, custom calibration with a reference device is recommended. - This app is for reference and educational purposes only. It is not a replacement for certified professional acoustic measurement equipment. Accuracy may vary depending on device hardware and microphone quality. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Decibel Meter is free to download with core features included. A premium subscription unlocks advanced spectrum analysis, unlimited exports, and professional reporting tools. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID settings at any time. No refunds for unused subscription periods. LEGAL Terms of Use: https://seeyastech.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://seeyastech.com/privacy Support: info@seeyastech.com

Screenshots

ClockBeats4 screens
Decibel Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Decibel Meter at 15.0 against ClockBeats's 17.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ClockBeats sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Decibel Meter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClockBeats ships an update every 11 days, Decibel Meter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ClockBeats versus Decibel Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClockBeatsDecibel Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSteven MarshallSEEYAS LIMITED

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ClockBeats

One-time4
  • Cassette Theme$0.99
  • Minidisk Theme$0.99
  • Vinyl Theme$0.99
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  • Classic Player Theme$0.99
4 purchases

Decibel Meter

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Premium Discount3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is ClockBeats free?
ClockBeats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Decibel Meter free?
Decibel Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ClockBeats or Decibel Meter have ads?
Neither ClockBeats nor Decibel Meter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ClockBeats or Decibel Meter?
ClockBeats ships an update every 11 days, and Decibel Meter every 9 days. Most recently, ClockBeats was updated on October 21, 2026 and Decibel Meter on October 24, 2026.

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