APM Tool Lite vs Spectrum Analyzer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
APM Tool Lite
This application allows users to measure the acoustic performance of a room by analyzing key parameters like reverberation time and clarity. It includes a tutorial to guide users through its features, offering a simplified acoustic design activity.
- Measure acoustical performance
- Analyze reverberation time
- Evaluate clarity
- Acoustic design activity
- Tutorial slideshow
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With APM Tool Lite you can measure the acoustical performance of a room by evaluating some of its more important acoustical parameters, like reverberation time, clarity, etc. New acoustic design activity (with limited features than full version). A tutorial slideshow explains the app usage.
Spectrum Analyzer
Visualize audio frequencies with real-time analysis. Features include a sound level meter, multichannel harmonic analysis, and adjustable graphical representations. Gain insights into your sound environment with advanced tools.
- Sound level meter
- Multichannel harmonic analysis
- Adjustable graphics
- AI-powered sound source analyzer
- Real-time analysis
- FFT analysis
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Spectrum Analyzer is a pro audio tool with sound level meter, multichannel harmonic analysis and detailed graphical representation. Learn something new about your sound environment with real-time analysis! FEATURES: - sound level meter; - harmonic analyzer; - adjustable graphics; - AI-powered sound source analyzer. SOUND LEVEL METER - precise measurement of sound and noise level - real-time results HARMONIC ANALYZER - multichannel FFT analysis; - adjustable parameters; - graphical representation. ADJUSTABLE GRAPHICS - various graphics and diagram types; - zoom of selected chart areas. This app offers subscriptions. The paid version includes AI noise detection, immersive 3D visualization, and customizable settings. The free version offers dB/Hz measurement, 2D mode, and limited visualization options. Privacy Policy: https://musicbreath.com/privacy Terms Of Use: https://musicbreath.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: APM Tool Lite at 50% against Spectrum Analyzer's 5%. APM Tool Lite also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). Spectrum Analyzer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. Spectrum Analyzer sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. APM Tool Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.
APM Tool Lite ships an update every 6 months, Spectrum Analyzer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | APM Tool Lite | Spectrum Analyzer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.2 (197 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 5.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 197 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 132 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lorenzo Rizzi | Music Breath |
Customer experience
APM Tool Lite
Spectrum Analyzer
Bugs and requests
APM Tool Lite
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Spectrum Analyzer
Reported bugs
10 issues- App becomes unusable after iOS 16 update
- Crashes immediately on iPhone 5 with iOS 7
- Cannot exit app on iPhone X without reboot
- App freezes when changing settings or views
- Inaccurate frequency readings
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- Slow and unresponsive performance
- App hijacks device sound settings
- Accidental in-app purchases triggered by home button
- Subscription charges without clear user consent
- App locks users into year-long subscriptions with no cancellation option
Requested features
7 requests- Audio file import functionality
- Customizable background colors for chroma key compatibility
- Ability to record audio instead of only analyzing
- Better documentation and help files
- Improved sensitivity for detecting soft sounds
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- Dark mode option
- Upfront pricing disclosure before download
In-app purchases
APM Tool Lite
No in-app purchases
Spectrum Analyzer
- Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Pitch Finder: Audio Visualizer3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- One Month Sale$9.991 Month
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- 1 Week Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- 1 Year Sub. with discount$19.991 Year
- 1 Month Subscription$19.991 Month
- 3 Month Subscription$25.993 Months
- 1 Year Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- 2 months subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
- No Ads$9.99
- Additional Settings Controls$15.99
- Full Pack + No Ads$19.99
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- Get More$19.99
Questions
Is APM Tool Lite free?
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Do APM Tool Lite or Spectrum Analyzer have ads?
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