Comparison

Loop 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

Loop

Transform your iPhone into a powerful TV remote. Effortlessly navigate menus, view playback details, launch apps instantly, and type using your phone. Control multiple devices and personalize your remote's look.

Highlights
  • Seamless remote control with gestures
  • Real-time 'Now Playing' details
  • Instant app launching
  • Type search queries on phone
  • Control multiple TV devices
  • Customizable remote themes
Features
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Take full control of your TV device experience with Loop TV Remote. Turn your iPhone into a powerful, elegant remote that makes navigating your entertainment completely effortless. Key Features: - Seamless Remote Control: Glide through menus and control your TV device with fluid gestures and navigation. - Now Playing Details: Keep track of your media with live, real-time playback information directly on your screen. - Launch Apps Faster: Skip the home screen hassle and open your favorite streaming apps instantly. - Type on Your Phone: Tired of the on-screen keyboard? Use your iPhone to quickly type search queries, passwords, and titles. - Multiple Devices: Easily switch between and control multiple TV devices throughout your home. - Choose Your Style: Personalize your remote interface with stunning custom themes to match your preference. Please note: Access to all app features requires an active premium subscription. Download Loop TV Remote today and upgrade your home entertainment! Privacy Policy: https://looptvremote.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://looptvremote.com/terms

About

Decibel Meter

Features
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Understand the sound around you with a clear, real-time decibel meter. Decibel Meter turns your iPhone or iPad into a practical sound-level companion. View the current reading, minimum, average, maximum, range, live trend, and noise category at a glance. MEASURE AND UNDERSTAND SOUND • Monitor ambient sound levels in real time • See current, minimum, average, maximum, and range values • Follow an 18-second live analyzer and session duration • Compare readings with a built-in noise level guide • Calibrate from -20 to +20 dB against a trusted reference RECORD YOUR MEASUREMENTS • Record measurement sessions with their timeline and statistics • Review saved sessions whenever you need them • Delete saved measurements easily • Keep measurement data stored locally on your device RELAX, FOCUS, OR SLEEP • Mix 16 procedural soundscapes, including rain, ocean waves, forest, white noise, pink noise, brown noise, fan, birds, stream, wind, thunder, campfire, crickets, clock, piano, and meditation • Adjust each sound independently • Save favorite mixes as presets • Set a sleep timer and receive a local notification when playback ends • Continue soundscape playback in the background CHECK YOUR DEVICE • Test the microphone and speaker • Review battery, storage, display, connectivity, audio routes, and available sensors PRIVATE BY DESIGN Microphone audio is analyzed on your device. The app does not upload your listening session. Recording a measurement saves sound-level data and statistics—not microphone audio. IMPORTANT Phone microphones are not certified sound-level meters, and readings may vary by device. Calibrate against a trusted instrument when accuracy matters. This app is intended as a practical reference tool and is not a substitute for certified equipment or professional hearing-safety advice. PREMIUM FEATURES — SEPARATE PURCHASE REQUIRED • Unlimited measurement recording requires a Premium subscription • Removing advertisements requires a Premium subscription Privacy Policy: https://nhantran2112.github.io/decibel-meter-sound-detector/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://nhantran2112.github.io/decibel-meter-sound-detector/terms-of-use.html

Screenshots

Loop4 screens
Decibel Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Decibel Meter at 17.0 against Loop's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Decibel Meter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Loop versus Decibel Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoopDecibel Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSolma Grow LLCNhan Tran

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Loop

Subscriptions2
  • Loop Premium - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Loop Premium - Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Loop Premium - Lifetime$49.99
3 purchases

Decibel Meter

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Onetime$14.99

Questions

Is Loop free?
Loop 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 Loop or Decibel Meter have ads?
Neither Loop nor Decibel Meter shows ads.

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