Comparison

Audio Frequency Analyzer vs Decibel Meter Ultra

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

Head to head
About

Audio Frequency Analyzer

This real-time audio analyzer measures and evaluates sound environments with 1/3 octave band frequency response and FFT analysis. It supports calibration for high accuracy and is suitable for various audio testing and tuning applications.

Highlights
  • Real-time frequency spectrum response measurement (1/3 octave, 30 bands)
  • FFT Analyzer
  • Observation frequency range: 20 - 23000 Hz
  • Calibration function for high accuracy
  • Supports built-in and external microphones
  • Snapshot and averaging functions
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"Audio Frequency Analyzer" is a powerful real-time audio analyzer (RTA) app for iPhone. With its simple operation, you can easily measure and evaluate your sound environment. This app measures the frequency response in 30 split band scale of 1/3 octave in real time. It can also display the FFT analysis results. It supports calibration for 1/3-octave bands. By adjusting the characteristics to match not only the built-in microphone but also your external microphone, it achieves high measurement accuracy. "Audio Frequency Analyzer" can be used for various applications, including sound room tuning, speaker settings, audio equipment testing, stage setup measurement, sound mixing environment evaluation and noise environment investigation. Features: - Frequency spectrum response measurement of 1/3 octave unit, 30 bands. (OCT) - FFT Analyzer (FFT) - Observation frequency range: 20 - 23000 Hz - Logarithmic amplitude display. - Touch-scroll function to adjust visible amplitude ranges. - Display the measured value of 1/3 oct bands at OCT mode. (dB@OCT) - Function to change the graph slope at FFT mode. (Slope): -3dB/oct (less than 1kHz), +3dB/oct (1kHz or higher) - Peak hold function. (Hold) - Average display function. (Avg): Time linear averaging. Fast-2.56sec, Slow-12.8 sec - Display response control. (Fast/Slow) - Reset of Measurement display position. (Scroll) - Snapshot of Measurement display. (Snap) - Calibration function in OCT mode. (Calibrate): 1/3 octave band offset and total offset setting. - Supports built-in microphone, headset microphone, and external digital audio connection. Note: The first time you access your microphone and photos after installing the app, the iOS system will ask you for permission to access them. If you have not enabled this setting, the app will not be able to access them due to iOS system privacy restrictions. Please enable the access permission in the iOS setting "Settings > Privacy & Security > Photos or Microphone". Please visit our iOS app support page for more information about this app.

About

Decibel Meter Ultra

Measure, record, and analyze sound levels in your environment. This app offers precision metering, noise elimination tools, hearing protection features, and home audio calibration. It provides detailed reports and can be used with device microphones or external ones.

Highlights
  • Precision sound level metering
  • Noise logging and reporting
  • Hearing protection dosimeter
  • Fractional octave band analysis
  • Real-time analyzer
  • External microphone support
Features
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Measure, record and track sound levels in your environment with Decibel Meter Ultra, the all-in-one sound level meter, dosimeter and real-time analyzer. From monitoring sound levels at home, noise levels in the workplace, to calibrating the speakers of your hi-fi, Decibel Meter Ultra makes it easy to get the information that you need. Precision Metering For Sound: Get accurate sound level readings using industry standard measurement methodologies, selectable A, C and Z frequency weighting curves, fast and slow time-weightings, plus concurrent peak level measurement. Choose from the built-in microphones on your device or connect an external microphone* for an even broader dynamic range. Eliminate Nuisance Noise: Getting proof is as simple as tapping a button. Catch and log problem noise as it occurs. Overlay live video with sound levels, or create comprehensive acoustic analysis reports that you can share easily via PDF. Visualize sound levels over time and gather the evidence that you need to take decisive action. Safeguard Your Hearing: Stay aware of noise levels in the workplace and compare against industry-mandated safe levels using the built-in dosimeter. Select from default measurement profiles based on published recommendations from NIOSH and OSHA, or if you’re working against a different specification, create your own. Elevate Your Home Audio: Get the best from your home audio system with powerful fractional octave band analysis. Fine-tune your equipment using up to twelfth octave-band resolution, variable time weightings and peak level indicators so that you can enjoy music and movies like never before. Download now and take advantage of our free plan which includes our built-in metering profile and up to two-minute recording durations. Or choose one of our PRO plans and gain access to everything the app has to offer, including our full suite of professional metering options, custom meter profiles, analysis charts, PDF reports, background recording, unlimited recording durations and more. *External microphones require calibration against a reference sound level source The data provided by Decibel Meter Ultra is for educational and informational purposes only. Please refer to the disclaimer in the Terms of Use for further information. Terms of Use: https://decibelmeterultra.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://decibelmeterultra.com/privacy

Screenshots

Audio Frequency Analyzer4 screens
Decibel Meter Ultra4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Decibel Meter Ultra at Free against Audio Frequency Analyzer's $9.99. Decibel Meter Ultra also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 8 months). Audio Frequency Analyzer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and review sentiment (60% vs 43%). On ads 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

Decibel Meter Ultra is free to download; Audio Frequency Analyzer costs $9.99 up front. Decibel Meter Ultra sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Audio Frequency Analyzer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Decibel Meter Ultra holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Decibel Meter Ultra has 2.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Audio Frequency Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 43% of Decibel Meter Ultra's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Audio Frequency Analyzer ships an update every 8 months, Decibel Meter Ultra every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Audio Frequency Analyzer versus Decibel Meter Ultra: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudio Frequency AnalyzerDecibel Meter Ultra
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (3 ratings)4.6 (2.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better43.3% of reviews
Number of ratings32.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.218.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB92 MB
Age rating4++12
DeveloperTOON,LLCUltrafine

Customer experience

Audio Frequency Analyzer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

Decibel Meter Ultra

All ratings2,557 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive43.3%
Neutral1.9%
Negative54.8%

Bugs and requests

Audio Frequency Analyzer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Decibel Meter Ultra

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Subscription charges continue after cancellation
  • Subscription cancellation page doesn't load

Requested features

2 requests
  • Lower subscription pricing
  • Improve subscription cancellation process

In-app purchases

None

Audio Frequency Analyzer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Decibel Meter Ultra

Subscriptions4
  • PRO Access7 Days trial2 variants$7.997 Days
  • PRO Access2 variants$11.991 Month
  • PRO Access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • PRO Access2 variants$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Audio Frequency Analyzer free?
Audio Frequency Analyzer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Decibel Meter Ultra free?
Decibel Meter Ultra is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Audio Frequency Analyzer or Decibel Meter Ultra?
Decibel Meter Ultra is rated higher. Audio Frequency Analyzer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Decibel Meter Ultra averages 4.6 from 2.6K ratings.
Do Audio Frequency Analyzer or Decibel Meter Ultra have ads?
Neither Audio Frequency Analyzer nor Decibel Meter Ultra shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Audio Frequency Analyzer or Decibel Meter Ultra?
Audio Frequency Analyzer ships an update every 8 months, and Decibel Meter Ultra every 10 days. Most recently, Audio Frequency Analyzer was updated on November 6, 2026 and Decibel Meter Ultra on November 7, 2026.

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