Field Meter Toolbox vs Flicker Light Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Field Meter Toolbox
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Field Meter Toolbox is a multi-sensor toolbox for quick field surveys, factory walkthroughs, equipment checks, and lighting inspections. Use your iPhone or iPad to capture practical environmental readings and organize them into simple survey records. Key features: - Light meter for estimated Lux readings - Color temperature (CCT) estimation with calibration offset - Noise level meter in dB - Compass and altitude display - Blueprint/photo mapping with tap-to-record survey points - Measurement history with CSV export - EMF magnetic field detector - Bubble level and plumb bob tools - Vibration analyzer for machinery checks - Light flicker detection chart - AR distance measuring tool for supported devices Free users can create 3 survey sessions. A one-time Pro unlock enables unlimited survey sessions and continued use of the full measurement workflow. Field Meter Toolbox is designed for fast reference checks and field documentation. Measurements depend on device sensors and should be calibrated against professional instruments for critical engineering or compliance work.
Flicker Light Meter
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Flicker Light Meter uses your iPhone camera to estimate lighting flicker and approximate color temperature—entirely on device. Features: • Dominant frequency, flicker depth, and grade guidance • Color temperature and relative scene brightness (not a lux meter) • Optional local history • Plain-language metric explanations Trial & purchase: • 30-day full free trial from first launch (app-managed) • Then monthly subscription or one-time lifetime unlock via Apple IAP • Restore purchases supported; manage/cancel subscriptions in iOS Settings Privacy: no account, no ads, no uploading of video to our servers. Thumbnails are saved locally only if you confirm. Results are for everyday reference only and are not a substitute for certified meters or medical advice. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ksding.github.io/flicker-light-meter-pages/privacy-en.html
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Verdict
Field Meter Toolbox and Flicker Light Meter are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Field Meter Toolbox sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Flicker Light Meter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Field Meter Toolbox | Flicker Light Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | youwei lin | 苏奎 丁 |
In-app purchases
Field Meter Toolbox
- Small Tip$0.99
- Buy Me a Coffee$2.99
- Pro Unlock$2.99
Flicker Light Meter
- 月度会员$0.991 Month
- Lifetime Pro$0.99
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