Comparison

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner vs Low Frequency Detector

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

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About

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner

Detect electromagnetic fields (EMF) using your device's sensors. Get alerted to high magnetic fields and potential radiation sources in your home. Useful for identifying hidden emitters and understanding your environment.

Highlights
  • Detects electromagnetic fields (EMF)
  • Warns of high magnetic fields with beeps
  • Measures magnetic force on three axes
  • Records readings with time and date stamps
  • Stores up to 100 records
  • Sends measurements via email
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Turn your iPhone into a powerful EMF detector and magnetic field scanner. Detect electromagnetic fields (EMF) around you instantly using the built-in sensor already inside your device — no expensive equipment required. Whether you want to monitor electromagnetic radiation in your home, locate hidden magnetic sources, or even explore paranormal activity, this app gives you a simple and exciting way to measure the invisible world around you. Use the app to scan bedrooms, walls, electrical appliances, Wi-Fi zones, sockets, microwaves, wireless devices, and more. Discover areas with unusually high magnetic activity and receive an instant warning beep when strong EMF levels are detected. Many users also enjoy using the app during ghost hunts and paranormal investigations, as sudden magnetic fluctuations are often associated with supernatural activity. NEW: Experience EMF detection in Augmented Reality. Visualize electromagnetic fields in Augmented Reality to better understand how EMFs spread throughout your home, office, or workspace. The app allows you to see a figurative representation of magnetic activity around you, helping you identify high-radiation zones and understand how far electromagnetic fields may reach in real-world environments. Explore EMFs in a more immersive and intuitive way by combining real-time detection with AR visualization technology. Transform your iPhone into a digital EMF Meter, Teslameter, or electromagnetic field tester using the internal compass hardware. View live magnetic field readings in real time and monitor changes on all three axes (X, Y, Z). Scientists, engineers, students, teachers, paranormal investigators, and curious explorers use EMF detectors to measure magnetic activity in everyday environments. Why use this app? • Detect high electromagnetic field zones around you • Monitor EMF levels near beds, appliances, or workspaces • Receive warning alerts when strong magnetic radiation is detected • Track and store measurements with time and date stamps • Investigate unusual magnetic fluctuations during ghost hunting sessions • Find metallic objects, pipes, or hidden sources behind walls • Explore the invisible electromagnetic world around you Features: • Real-time EMF and magnetic field detection • Warning beep near strong radiation sources • Measures magnetic force on X, Y, and Z axes • Magnetic readings displayed in microteslas (µT) • Save up to 100 EMF records • Record events with exact date & time • Export and send measurements by email • Easy-to-use digital display interface Electromagnetic radiation may come from electrical wiring, appliances, wireless devices, cordless phones, Wi-Fi equipment, sockets, and other electronic sources in your environment. Tips: For best accuracy, calibrate your iPhone by moving it in a figure-8 motion before use. Important: This app requires an iPhone with compass hardware and will not work on iPod Touch devices. Disclaimer: This app is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. It uses the iPhone magnetometer sensor to detect magnetic field variations near ferromagnetic objects and electromagnetic sources. Download now and start discovering the hidden electromagnetic activity around you.

About

Low Frequency Detector

This tool measures and analyzes low-frequency sounds that are difficult for the human ear to detect. It helps identify potential noise pollution from sources like construction or factories, providing detailed reports on frequency components and sound levels.

Highlights
  • Low-frequency power level measurement (<100Hz)
  • Audible band power level measurement (Leq)
  • 1/3 octave band analysis (OCT)
  • FFT analysis (FFT)
  • Time course graph (TIME)
  • Measurement report generation
  • Calibration function
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"Low Frequency Detector" is an acoustic measurement tool for detecting low-frequency sounds that is hard to hear in normal situation. The human ear is not sensitive enough to low-frequency sounds. If you are exposed to noise from nearby construction or factories without realizing it, you may feel discomfort or a sense of pressure. In such cases, you can use this app to check what kind of low-frequency noise is present. Generally, low-frequency sounds is a sound wave ranging from 1Hz to 100Hz. Depending on its frequency component and sound level, the degree of influence on the human body and the noise sensation is different. This app allows you to examine the frequency component of low-frequency sounds by 1/3 octave band analysis and FFT analysis. Features: - Low-frequency power level measurement less than 100Hz (LF Level): Flat characteristic, Updating indication of measurement period 1 sec. - Power level measurement in the audible band (Leq): Flat characteristic, Updating indication of measurement period 200ms. - 1/3 octave band analysis (OCT) - FFT analysis (FFT) - Time course graph (TIME) - Snapshot (Snap) on the measurement display screen. - Report function (Report): Analysis report of a peak LF Level with TIME, OCT and FFT. - Measurement time: up to 60 sec Functions: The measurement analysis is performed in the following step. Be sure to set the measurement conditions in Step-1 once before starting the sound measurement. 1) Calibration (Calibrate): The reference signal (1kHz sine wave) is output to determine the reference noise level for the low-frequency component. If the volume level of iPhone is set to about 20-50%, the calibration will automatically adjust it to the optimum volume level for the reference signal. 2) Measurement (Measure): Analyze a power level of low-frequency sounds. - LF Level (dB): Low-frequency power level less than 100Hz. - Leq (dB): Sound power level with the frequency weight characteristic Z (Flat) of the audible band. 3) Measurement display: It can select either 1/3 octave band frequency analysis, FFT analysis or Time course graph. They are updated in real time. 4) Report: Measurement result report. It is effective when measuring for 10 seconds or more. # Time course graph: TIME - Low-frequency (LF) Level (dB): Time course graph with peak level noise level judgment (RED-very noisy, YELLOW-noisy, GREEN-normal) at the peak level. - LF max (dB): maximum dB value of low frequency. # Frequency response graph: OCT, FFT - OCT Band LF max (dB): maximum dB value in 1/3 octave band at LF max observation. - Max Level Frequency (Hz): peak frequency at LF max observation. Notes: - The sound measurement of the low-frequency range is a level difference with respect to the reference signal, which indicates the relative power level. - The reference signal is output during calibration and sound level measurement. - Do not change the volume level of iPhone after the calibration. - White line in the OCT and FFT modes indicates frequency characteristics in frequency weight correction of G characteristics. - Since iPhone's built-in microphone has a lower sensitivity on the very low frequency range, it is not recommended to measure a huge volume sound near a very loud noise source. - Since it takes a while for the observation value to stabilize immediately after the start of measurement, the maximum value is calculated from about 2 seconds later. - In the case high power of 1kHz component is included in the measured noise source, the precision of measured value by this app largely decreases. - Sudden noise or impulsive sounds are not low frequency noises in general. - The previous calibration information can be maintained internally. - The analysis results may vary due to individual differences in iPhone devices. - The authorization to access built-in microphone and Photos will be confirmed by iOS system at first access. Please visit our iOS app support page for more information.

Screenshots

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner4 screens
Low Frequency Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EMF Field Detector RF Scanner at 4.5 against Low Frequency Detector's 2.8. EMF Field Detector RF Scanner also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). Low Frequency Detector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown).

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

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner costs $4.99 and Low Frequency Detector $9.99 up front. EMF Field Detector RF Scanner sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Low Frequency Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EMF Field Detector RF Scanner has 5.5K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of EMF Field Detector RF Scanner's written reviews are positive against 50% of Low Frequency Detector's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, Low Frequency Detector every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard10 real differences · 0 level
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner versus Low Frequency Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEMF Field Detector RF ScannerLow Frequency Detector
Price$4.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.5 (5.5K ratings) — better2.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.5K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJorge Gregorio Martin BelloTOON,LLC

Customer experience

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner

All ratings5,535 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews1,130 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral5.5%
Negative10.9%

Low Frequency Detector

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App freezes or stops working after updates
  • Readings not always accurate or reliable

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to export data
  • More detailed explanations and guidance
  • Compatibility with other EMF measurement devices

Low Frequency Detector

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

EMF Field Detector RF Scanner

One-time2
  • Premium Pack$4.99
  • Special Offer$4.99
None

Low Frequency Detector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EMF Field Detector RF Scanner free?
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Low Frequency Detector free?
Low Frequency Detector costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EMF Field Detector RF Scanner or Low Frequency Detector?
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner is rated higher. EMF Field Detector RF Scanner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while Low Frequency Detector averages 2.8 from 6 ratings.
Do EMF Field Detector RF Scanner or Low Frequency Detector have ads?
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner shows ads; Low Frequency Detector does not.
Which is updated more often, EMF Field Detector RF Scanner or Low Frequency Detector?
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and Low Frequency Detector every 9 months. Most recently, EMF Field Detector RF Scanner was updated on October 19, 2026 and Low Frequency Detector on October 6, 2026.

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