Comparison

Pocket Metal Detector vs Magnetometer...

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

Head to head
About

Pocket Metal Detector

Features
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Pocket Metal Detector turns your iPhone into a simple magnetic field detector. View real-time magnetic strength in ΞΌT, track waveform changes, and mark signal peaks or detection data. Use calibration, sound, vibration, units, themes, and 3-axis magnetic data to adjust the scanning experience. Sensor results depend on your device and environment, and are not a replacement for professional equipment.

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 Β΅T. View X, Y and Z axis readings, track changes, record measurements, review history, and export your data as CSV. REAL-TIME MAGNETOMETER β€’ Real-time magnetic field strength in Β΅T β€’ Individual X, Y and Z axis readings β€’ Total magnetic field strength β€’ Absolute and relative measurement modes β€’ Custom baseline for measuring relative changes β€’ 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. β€’ Live recording and timeline β€’ Current, minimum, maximum and average readings β€’ X, Y and Z measurement data β€’ Recording timestamps and duration β€’ Detailed graphs and statistics β€’ Measurement mode and sample information β€’ Rename or delete recordings β€’ Refresh or clear measurement history CSV EXPORT Export recorded magnetic field data as CSV for spreadsheets, analysis, experiments or other projects. CUSTOMIZATION & EXTRAS β€’ 4 visual styles: Dark Green, Light Green, Neon and Warm β€’ Support for 77+ languages β€’ Offline mode available with subscription β€’ Ad-free experience available with subscription β€’ 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

Pocket Metal Detector4 screens
Magnetometer...4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pocket Metal Detector at none against Magnetometer...'s shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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. Pocket Metal Detector 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 Β· 5 level
Pocket Metal Detector versus Magnetometer...: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket Metal DetectorMagnetometer...
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyβ€”
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size1 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHatch Co., LtdOlga Ivanova

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pocket Metal Detector

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$0.99
2 purchases

Magnetometer...

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

Questions

Is Pocket Metal Detector free?
Pocket Metal Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Magnetometer... free?
Magnetometer... is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pocket Metal Detector or Magnetometer... have ads?
Magnetometer... shows ads; Pocket Metal Detector does not.

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