dB Decibel vs Auth Code
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
dB Decibel
This application measures ambient noise levels in decibels in real-time, providing honest readings by indicating when sounds are too low or too loud for the microphone. It offers various professional metrics and features for detailed sound analysis, with an option for advanced tools via a one-time purchase.
- Real-time dB(A) sound level measurement
- Peak hold and honest readings (clipping/near-silence detection)
- Professional metrics (Leq, L10, L90)
- Safe-listening time estimate
- Dominant frequency and live graph
- Evidence Mode for noise-event logging
- Live Sound ID for noise identification
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dB Decibel is an iPhone sound level meter that measures ambient noise in real time in dB(A) with peak hold, and flags when a sound falls below the microphone floor or clips the mic so you can trust every reading. Everything runs 100% on your device with no subscription and no tracking, and audio is never recorded or sent. Most meters read 50–60 dB in dead silence and cap loud sources. dB Decibel is honest: it tells you when you are below the mic floor and when a sound clips the mic, so you trust every reading. One fair price. No subscription, no tracking. Everything runs 100% on your device. Audio is never recorded or sent. WHAT'S FREE - Live dB(A) sound level meter with peak hold - Clipping + near-silence detection — honest readings - Real pro metrics: Leq, L10 and L90 - Safe-listening time estimate (informational) - Dominant frequency, min/avg/max, live graph - "How loud is it?" reference scale - One-tap guided calibration, landscape, share card - Start/stop from Siri, the Action Button and Control Center dB DECIBEL PRO — one-time purchase - Evidence Mode: timestamped noise-event log with a landlord/HOA-ready PDF and CSV - Live Sound ID: on-device "what is this noise?" - Live Activity + Lock Screen / Home Screen widgets - Exposure & dose: LAeq, 8-hour TWA, daily-dose % (informational) - Octave-band analysis and a test-tone generator - Sleep Soundscape: overnight room-noise timeline - External & Bluetooth mic support with per-input calibration - Real-time spectrum analyzer, loud-level alerts, A/C/Z weighting, fine trim - Session history with auto-save, and removes ads No subscription. Ever. Pay once, keep it forever. Note: dB Decibel is an environmental sound-measurement tool, not a hearing-protection, occupational or medical device. Dose, exposure and safe-time figures are informational; readings are approximate and uncalibrated.
Auth Code
Secure your online accounts with this app that generates one-time verification codes for services supporting two-factor authentication. Easily add accounts by scanning QR codes, importing images, or manually entering setup keys. Offers features like app lock, encrypted backups, and optional iCloud sync for enhanced security and convenience.
- One-time verification codes (TOTP/HOTP)
- QR code scanning for account setup
- Import from Google Authenticator
- App Lock with Face ID/Touch ID
- Encrypted backups
- Optional iCloud Sync
- Home Screen Widget
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Protect your online accounts with simple and secure two-factor authentication. Auth Code generates one-time verification codes for services that support authenticator-based 2FA. Scan a QR code, import a saved QR image, enter a setup key manually, or transfer your accounts from Google Authenticator. KEY FEATURES • One-Time Verification Codes Generate time-based (TOTP) and counter-based (HOTP) codes for compatible websites and services. Generate your codes without an internet connection. • Easy Account Setup Add accounts by scanning QR codes with your camera, importing QR images from Photos, or entering setup keys manually. • Import from Google Authenticator Transfer accounts using Google Authenticator export QR codes, including exports with multiple QR codes. • Keep Accounts Organized Find accounts with search and mark frequently used accounts as favorites for quick access. • App Lock & Privacy Controls Protect access with Face ID or Touch ID on supported devices, configure automatic locking, and hide codes from view. • Encrypted Backups Export backups encrypted with a password you choose and restore your accounts when needed. Keep your backup file and password safe. • Optional iCloud Sync Sync accounts across your devices. Your accounts are encrypted before being stored in your private iCloud database. • Home Screen Widget View authentication codes from your Home Screen. • Light & Dark Appearance Choose a light theme, a dark theme, or follow your device settings. HOW IT WORKS 1. Enable authenticator-based two-factor authentication on a supported website or service. 2. Add the account to Auth Code using its QR code or setup key. 3. Enter the generated verification code to complete setup. 4. Open Auth Code whenever you need a code to sign in. Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of protection beyond your password. Auth Code works with services that support standard TOTP or HOTP authentication. PREMIUM FEATURES Premium unlocks unlimited accounts, encrypted iCloud sync, and password-protected backup export. Restoring an existing encrypted backup is available without Premium. Privacy Policy: https://authcode.site/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Auth Code at none against dB Decibel's shown. Auth Code also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). dB Decibel's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, rating, review sentiment 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
Both are free to download. dB Decibel sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Auth Code sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for dB Decibel against 5.0 for Auth Code. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Auth Code has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
dB Decibel ships an update every 4 days, Auth Code every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | dB Decibel | Auth Code |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Levin David Schwab | Ivanna Koryliak |
Customer experience
dB Decibel
Auth Code
In-app purchases
dB Decibel
- Decibel Pro$4.99
Auth Code
- Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$39.991 Year








