Frequency Analyzer vs Ripple Sound Meter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Frequency Analyzer
Transform your device into a professional sound level meter, spectrum analyzer, and noise dosimeter. Ideal for fieldwork, inspections, and detailed acoustic measurements with real-time data and exportable reports.
- Real-time SPL meter with A, C, Z weighting
- FFT spectrum and scrolling spectrogram
- Noise dosimeter for exposure tracking
- Octave-band analysis
- Reference tone generator
- CSV, PNG, and PDF report export
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Turn your iPhone into a calibrated sound level meter, spectrum analyzer, and noise dosimeter. Built for fieldwork, inspections, and everyday measurements. Whether you are tuning a room, surveying noise on a job site, or checking workplace exposure, Frequency Analyzer gives you the data you need. REAL-TIME SOUND LEVEL METER - Live SPL readout with A, C, and Z weighting plus linear response - Fast (125 ms), Slow (1 s), and custom time averaging - Min, max, average, peak, and LAeq displayed continuously - Configurable reference calibration so your readings match a known source SPECTRUM AND SPECTROGRAM - Real-time FFT spectrum from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, linear or logarithmic axis - Scrolling spectrogram with selectable colormap and peak-hold markers - Octave-band view at 1/1, 1/3, 1/6, or 1/12 resolution - Classic oscilloscope waveform with adjustable time window - Amplitude-over-time history for slow trends across hours NOISE DOSIMETER Track noise exposure against NIOSH and OSHA criteria or a custom standard you define. The app accumulates dose throughout your shift, projects your 8-hour exposure, and reports the time-weighted average. Add event notes and export a PDF report with stats and graphs. REPORTS AND EXPORT - Reference tone generator from 20 Hz to 20 kHz for signal checks - CSV time-series exports for spreadsheets and analysis tools - Spectrogram PNG snapshots at configurable resolution - PDF reports with session statistics, charts, and event markers - Calibration and preferences stored locally on your device PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything runs on your device. There is no account, no login, and microphone audio does not leave your phone. Sessions, notes, calibration data, and preferences stay in local storage. HOW TO USE 1. Grant microphone access and run the quick calibration walkthrough 2. Choose Analyzer, dB Meter, or Dosimeter from the tab bar 3. Use spectrum, spectrogram, waveform, octave, or amplitude history 4. Watch dose, peak, average, and frequency readings as you measure 5. Export CSV, PNG, or a PDF report when you need results Built for acousticians, safety officers, HVAC inspectors, musicians, and students who want serious acoustic measurement in their pocket. Free to download. Some features require a premium purchase. Privacy Policy: https://estifie.com/apps/frequencyanalyzer/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://estifie.com/apps/frequencyanalyzer/terms-of-use
Ripple Sound Meter
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Ripple Sound Meter turns your iPhone into a real-time sound toolbox: a decibel meter, a 3D scrolling spectrum, and a tuner, all running fully on your device. Instead of a plain flat dial, the spectrum is drawn as a live 3D sound-wave terrain and the dB reading drives a 3D needle gauge, so what you hear takes a shape you can watch. This app is for reference and curiosity only. It is not a certified measurement device; readings are uncalibrated estimates of ambient sound and should not be used for any professional or safety purpose. FEATURES - Decibel meter with a 3D needle gauge plus Max / Avg / Min hold - Live 3D spectrum terrain from real-time FFT, with an optional 2D bar view - Tuner that detects the main frequency, nearest note, and cents offset - Recording: capture a dB-over-time curve and replay it from a local list - A reference table of everyday sound levels (general knowledge, not medical advice) - A / C weighting, a calibration offset, and a dark instrument theme PRIVACY - Works entirely offline, with no account or sign-in - The microphone is used only to analyze sound levels live; no audio is recorded or uploaded - No data collected, no ads, and no in-app purchases
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Frequency Analyzer at 5.0 against Ripple Sound Meter's 1.0. Ripple Sound Meter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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. Frequency Analyzer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Ripple Sound Meter asks for nothing beyond the download.
Frequency Analyzer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | Frequency Analyzer | Ripple Sound Meter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ertugrul Sari | PEHAS TOV |
In-app purchases
Frequency Analyzer
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Lifetime Access$19.99
Ripple Sound Meter
No in-app purchases
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