Comparison

Sound Record Event vs X

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

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Sound Record Event

Features
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Start recording the sound at the time we indict after we tap the start button. After we tap the start button, the job list view will be displayed automatically. In this edition, when we tap the start button, after the job view is displayed, we need to keep the job list view in the foreground status in order to start recording the sound successfully. After the recording job has already been started successfully, then we could press the home key and the app will continue to record the sound in the background status, at this time, in the current iOS, a small red bar will be displayed at the top of the screen, in the current iPad OS, a small record icon which includes a white microphone will be displayed at the top right corner. However, if we need the next record job could start automatically, we still need to keep the job list view displayed in the foreground status. This app includes six kinds of sound recorder. The one time event sound recorder could record the sound at the specific time. The interval event sound recorder could start to record the sound every interval minutes. The every hour event sound record could record the sound at the indicted minutes every hour. The every day event sound record could record the sound at the indicted hour and minute every day. The every week event sound recorder could record the sound at the indicted week day and at the indicted hour and minutes. When we need to run all the sound recorders, just tap the start button from the main view. If we need to run one of the sound recorder, for example, the every hour event sound recorder only , then tap the every hour event button, then tap the start button at the bottom tools bar, so start the every hour event sound recorder only. Export the sound files: use iTune File Sharing. or use Email or iCloud. In the file list, select the sound file , tap the Email button , or tap to iCloud button. Using the email, need to set the default email box of the device. Basic Usage: When we first launch this app, its database is empty.So we need to add our own event first. Step 1: decide which kinds of sound recorder we need to add. For example, if we want to add a every hour event sound recorder, so we tap the Every Hour Event button, then we will view the Every Hour Event Sound Recorder list, at first , the list is empty. Step 2: tap the add button at the bottom of the view, after that, we will see the every hour event view. In this view, we could pick which minute the sound recorder will start. Then select the duration of the recording. After that, Tap the save button at the upper left corner. At last, we will see one row in the every hour event list. And tap the start button, we will see the job list of recording sound in the next 24 hours. Advanced Usage: In the main view, beside the event button, is the status button of the event. For example, if the button on the right side of Every hour event button is ON, then every hour sound recorder event is alive. When we tap the start button, the alive event will run. If the status button is OFF, then every hour sound recorder is sleep. When we tap the start button in the main view, the every hour sound recorder event will run.

About

X

Remotely monitor and manage your smart home devices for enhanced security. Receive instant alerts for potential dangers and easily share access with family members. Offers a premium plan for 24/7 fire dispatch protection.

Highlights
  • Remote device setup and testing
  • Real-time push notifications for alerts
  • Share device access with family
  • 24/7 fire dispatch with Protect+ Plan
  • Check home status anytime, anywhere
Features
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X-Sense Home Security makes connecting all smart devices in your house a breeze, allowing you to check your home's status at any time, no matter where you are. You can remotely set up and test devices to ensure they are working properly. In case of danger, the app will send you push notifications, enabling you to react quickly. You can also share smart devices with your family members, making it possible for them to keep an eye on your home's security as well. Meanwhile, our Protect+ Plan is available in the United States. It provides 24/7 fire dispatch to fully protect your life, family, and property. Learn more about Protect+ Plan in the app.

Screenshots

Sound Record Event4 screens
X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: X at Free against Sound Record Event's $0.99. X also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 9 months). Sound Record Event's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

X is free to download; Sound Record Event costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sound Record Event ships an update every 9 months, X every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sound Record Event versus X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSound Record EventX
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (3.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—91.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB337 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer方 沈X-sense USA LLC

Bugs and requests

Sound Record Event

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

X

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Devices going offline unexpectedly
  • Firmware update failures
  • Inconsistent sensor behavior

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to test alarms from app
  • Option to silence alarms remotely
  • Support for multiple user logins
  • Customizable notification tones
  • Expanded location management

In-app purchases

None

Sound Record Event

No in-app purchases

None

X

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sound Record Event free?
Sound Record Event costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is X free?
X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sound Record Event or X have ads?
Neither Sound Record Event nor X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sound Record Event or X?
Sound Record Event ships an update every 9 months, and X every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sound Record Event was updated on November 6, 2026 and X on November 10, 2026.

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