Comparison

Magnet Meter vs Magnetometer...

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

Head to head
About

Magnet Meter

Features
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Magnet Meter turns your iPhone's built-in magnetometer into a powerful magnetic field detector and metal finder. Sweep your phone over any surface and watch the live gauge, color heatmap, and audio tones react instantly as you close in on magnets, magnetized metal, and hidden magnetic anomalies. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Detector gauge: a big, easy-to-read radial meter shows magnetic field deviation in real time, with peak-hold so you never miss a spike. - Audio + haptic feedback: hear and feel the field get stronger, so you can scan without looking at the screen. - Axis view: see the raw X, Y, Z magnetic components and total field strength. - Waterfall: a scrolling history graph reveals how the field changes as you move. - Compass: a true-north compass that also shows how nearby metal bends the field. - AR Heatmap (Pro): paint magnetic field strength right into the space around you using your camera. WHAT IT FINDS Magnet Meter detects changes in the magnetic field. It is great for finding magnets, magnetized steel and iron, speaker magnets, hidden hardware, rebar, and magnetic studs. Because it measures magnetism, it does NOT detect copper pipes, aluminum, or live AC wiring. ZERO / CALIBRATE Tap Zero to capture the ambient field as your baseline, so only nearby objects register. A built-in calibration prompt helps keep readings on track. CUSTOMIZE - Multiple color maps and units (microtesla, gauss, milligauss) - Adjustable sensitivity - Clean, focused interface designed for one-handed sweeping MAGNET METER PRO A single one-time purchase (no subscription) unlocks the AR magnetic heatmap, CSV session export, a finer sensitivity floor, watermark-free sharing, and removes ads. Your purchase applies to your Apple ID across all your devices. IMPORTANT Magnet Meter is for educational and entertainment use only. Readings are relative and approximate and may be inaccurate. It is not a calibrated scientific or safety instrument: do not rely on it to locate live electrical wiring, gas lines, or any hazard. Requires a device with a magnetometer.

About

Magnetometer...

Features
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Turn your phone into a real-time magnetometer and magnetic field measurement tool. Magnetometer uses your device’s built-in magnetic sensor to measure magnetic field strength in µT. View X, Y and Z axis readings, track changes, record measurements, review history, and export your data as CSV. REAL-TIME MAGNETOMETER • Real-time magnetic field strength in µT • Individual X, Y and Z axis readings • Total magnetic field strength • Absolute and relative measurement modes • Custom baseline for measuring relative changes • Calibration guidance to help improve sensor accuracy MAGNETIC FIELD ALERTS Set a custom threshold and receive optional sound and vibration alerts when magnetic field strength exceeds your selected level. RECORDING & HISTORY Record magnetic field measurements over time and review saved sessions later. • Live recording and timeline • Current, minimum, maximum and average readings • X, Y and Z measurement data • Recording timestamps and duration • Detailed graphs and statistics • Measurement mode and sample information • Rename or delete recordings • Refresh or clear measurement history CSV EXPORT Export recorded magnetic field data as CSV for spreadsheets, analysis, experiments or other projects. CUSTOMIZATION & EXTRAS • 4 visual styles: Dark Green, Light Green, Neon and Warm • Support for 77+ languages • Offline mode available with subscription • Ad-free experience available with subscription • Built-in feedback and suggestions USE MAGNETOMETER FOR Explore magnetic fields, compare field strength between objects or locations, detect magnetic changes, test your phone’s magnetic sensor, run experiments and demonstrations, or record measurements for later analysis. Magnetic field readings depend on your device’s built-in magnetometer and calibration. Nearby magnets, metal objects and electronics may affect measurements. This app is intended for general measurement, experimentation and educational use and is not a replacement for calibrated professional equipment. LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Magnet Meter4 screens
Magnetometer...4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Magnetometer... at 15.0 against Magnet Meter's 17.0. 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. Magnet Meter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Magnetometer... sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
Magnet Meter versus Magnetometer...: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagnet MeterMagnetometer...
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChaleepa MallawaOlga Ivanova

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Magnet Meter

One-time1
  • Magnet Meter Pro$4.99
2 purchases

Magnetometer...

Subscriptions1
  • magnetometer_by_oliva_subscription$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • magnetometer_by_oliva_donation$1.99

Questions

Is Magnet Meter free?
Magnet Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Magnetometer... free?
Magnetometer... is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Magnet Meter or Magnetometer... have ads?
Both Magnet Meter and Magnetometer... show ads.

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