Comparison

HushStep vs TheoMeter

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

Head to head
About

HushStep

Features
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HushStep is a focused utility for precise, quiet volume control. Use plus and minus buttons, a slider, or direct number input to adjust system volume in fine increments, especially for bedtime, headphones, podcasts, and other low-volume situations. Save frequently used presets and apply them quickly from the Home Screen widget or app icon quick actions. HushStep also includes screen brightness control; with Pro, you can create more presets and save brightness with a preset. The app does not play sound effects, does not require an account, and keeps presets on your device.

About

TheoMeter

Features
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TheoMeter helps you monitor sound levels, view live frequency spectrum activity, and document setup conditions from your iPhone. Designed for public-event and auditorium sound checks, TheoMeter combines a live dB meter with spectrum analysis tools, photo documentation, saved sessions, and exportable data. Use it to quickly understand room noise, monitor target levels, track peaks, and capture setup photos with optional dB overlays. Features include: -Live sound level meter with dBA, dBC, and dBZ weighting -Real-time frequency spectrum display -RTA bars, spline, and spectrogram views -Dominant frequency and selected band tracking -Fast, slow, and impulse response options -Leq, average, max, peak, and session duration stats -Dosimeter-style noise exposure view -Camera mode with sound-level overlay and filters -Save and export session data -Calibration offset controls -Clean navy, yellow, and white professional interface TheoMeter is ideal for sound technicians, event volunteers, venue setup teams, educators, presenters, and anyone who needs a clear view of sound levels and frequency behavior in a room. Note: TheoMeter uses the iPhone microphone for practical sound analysis. For compliance-grade measurements, use a professionally calibrated sound level meter.

Screenshots

HushStep3 screens
TheoMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TheoMeter at none against HushStep's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. HushStep sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TheoMeter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
HushStep versus TheoMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHushStepTheoMeter
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerζœ‰δΌŸ θ‘£Frankie Wellman

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HushStep

One-time1
  • HushStep Pro$0.99
None

TheoMeter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HushStep free?
HushStep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TheoMeter free?
TheoMeter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HushStep or TheoMeter have ads?
Neither HushStep nor TheoMeter shows ads.

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