Comparison

Decibel Meter Pro vs Aura Notes AI

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

Head to head
About

Decibel Meter Pro

Transform your device into a professional sound level meter. Analyze noise in dB, dBA, and dBC, view frequency spectrums, and understand your safe noise exposure limits. Record, prove, and share measurements with detailed reports and location data.

Highlights
  • Real-time spectrum analyzer
  • Live spectrogram
  • Noise dose tracking
  • Loud-sound alerts
  • Audio recording and playback
  • CSV data export
  • Calibration
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a professional sound level meter. Measure noise in dB, dBA and dBC, see every frequency and know how much noise your ears can safely take. ANALYZE SOUND LIKE A PRO • Real-time spectrum analyzer with the dominant frequency • Live spectrogram: watch sound change second by second • 1/1 and 1/3 octave band analysis • A, C and Z weighting, Fast and Slow response • Leq, LCpeak and peak hold PROTECT YOUR HEARING • Noise dose against NIOSH and OSHA limits: how much of today's safe exposure you have used and how long is left • Loud-sound alert with vibration at your own limit RECORD, PROVE, SHARE • Save the audio with every measurement and play it back any time • L10, L50 and L90 statistical levels • Export CSV data and one-page PDF reports, ideal for noise complaints • Location and map for each measurement • Save to Apple Health as environmental sound levels PREMIUM (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) • No ads on any screen • Keeps recording with the screen locked • Noise log: every loud moment with time and audio • Live dB on the Lock Screen, Dynamic Island and widgets • A notification when it gets too loud • iCloud sync across your devices EASY TO USE • Four meter styles: LED, Modern, Classic and Spectrum • Calibration to match a reference meter • Light and dark mode, 50 languages PERFECT FOR Noisy neighbors, concerts, workplaces, classrooms, traffic, home studios, and checking how quiet your bedroom really is. GOOD TO KNOW A phone microphone is not a certified instrument, so readings are an estimate and can vary between devices. Use calibration for the best accuracy.

About

Aura Notes AI

Record, transcribe, and summarize your audio with an AI-powered voice assistant. Transform spoken words into accurate text and generate concise summaries with key takeaways. Ideal for professionals, students, and creators to boost productivity and capture important details.

Highlights
  • High-quality audio recording
  • Instant AI transcription
  • Smart AI summaries
  • Multi-language support
  • Organize and search notes
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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Aura Notes: Your AI-Powered Voice Assistant Capture your thoughts, meetings, and lectures with Aura Notes, the ultimate AI-powered voice recorder. Stop worrying about taking manual notes and let our advanced AI do the heavy lifting. Aura Notes doesn't just record audio; it transforms your voice into highly accurate text and generates smart, structured summaries in seconds. Whether you are a professional attending endless meetings, a student recording lectures, or a creator brainstorming ideas, Aura Notes is designed to supercharge your productivity. KEY FEATURES: High-Quality Audio Recording Record with crystal-clear audio quality. Perfect for meetings, interviews, classes, and personal voice memos. Instant AI Transcription Turn speech into text with industry-leading accuracy. Aura Notes understands context and delivers fast, reliable transcripts so you never miss a word. Smart AI Summaries Too long to read? Our intelligent AI analyzes your entire recording and automatically generates concise summaries, key takeaways, and action items. Multi-Language Support Transcribe and understand audio in multiple languages. Perfect for international meetings and language learners. Organize & Search Easily Keep your notes neatly organized. Quickly search through your transcripts to find the exact information you need, right when you need it. Beautiful & Intuitive Interface Enjoy a premium, ad-free aesthetic with smooth animations, dark mode support, and a clutter-free design. Upgrade your workflow and never let a brilliant idea or important detail slip away. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://vanhainguyen-studio.vercel.app/policy

Screenshots

Decibel Meter Pro4 screens
Aura Notes AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Decibel Meter Pro at 3.5 against Aura Notes AI's 1.0. Decibel Meter Pro also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). Aura Notes AI's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Decibel Meter Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Aura Notes AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Decibel Meter Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Decibel Meter Pro ships an update every 5 days, Aura Notes AI every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Decibel Meter Pro versus Aura Notes AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibel Meter ProAura Notes AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlper Sumer GucVan Hai Nguyen

Customer experience

Decibel Meter Pro

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Aura Notes AI

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Decibel Meter Pro

One-time1
  • Decibel Meter - Premium$2.99
2 purchases

Aura Notes AI

Subscriptions2
  • Aura Notes AI Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Aura Notes AI Premium Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Decibel Meter Pro free?
Decibel Meter Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aura Notes AI free?
Aura Notes AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Decibel Meter Pro or Aura Notes AI?
Decibel Meter Pro is rated higher. Decibel Meter Pro averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Aura Notes AI averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Decibel Meter Pro or Aura Notes AI have ads?
Decibel Meter Pro shows ads; Aura Notes AI does not.
Which is updated more often, Decibel Meter Pro or Aura Notes AI?
Decibel Meter Pro ships an update every 5 days, and Aura Notes AI every 6 weeks. Most recently, Decibel Meter Pro was updated on November 3, 2026 and Aura Notes AI on October 31, 2026.

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