Best Dark Sky Meter Pro Apps

Real-time star and planet identificationAugmented Reality sky overlay3D celestial object visualization

Transform your device into a real-time planetarium to explore the night sky. Identify stars and planets, and plan optimal viewing times. Experience celestial objects in 3D and preview future or past sky conditions from any location.

(3.9K)

Decibel X:dB Sound Level Meter

Frequency Spectrum Analyzer

Precise sound pressure level measurementFrequency spectrum analysis (FFT, BAR graphs)Historical data recording and export

This app transforms your device into a professional sound level meter, precisely measuring ambient noise pressure. It offers advanced features like frequency analysis, historical data management, and dosimeter functions, making it useful for various applications and entertainment.

(156K)

Pro color and flash meter

Lumu Light Meter

Standalone reflective light meterFlash and color temperature meteringPhoto and cine/video modes

This app functions as a standalone reflective light meter or pairs with hardware for professional flash and color temperature measurements. It offers various modes for photography and videography, storing measurements with notes and location.

📷 Photo & Video

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Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky

Astronomy tools & more

Interactive light pollution mapAurora borealis live map and alertsMeteor shower and super moon alerts

Discover optimal locations for stargazing and astrophotography with a detailed light pollution map. Get real-time alerts for celestial events like meteor showers and auroras, track the ISS, and access daily astronomy photos. Enhance your night sky observations with comprehensive tools and information.

☀️ Weather

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Classic Sky Map 2

Astronomy made easy.

Live sky trackingInteractive earth mapTime-lapse sky simulation

Explore the cosmos with an intuitive and beautiful sky map. Easily identify stars, planets, and constellations by simply pointing your device at the sky. Track celestial events and understand astronomical movements with time-lapse features.

(8.9K)

Star Tracker Lite-Live Sky Map

Night stars guide & tracker

Offline celestial dataIdentify stars, constellations, planetsAugmented reality compass

Explore the universe by pointing your device at the sky. Identify stars, constellations, and deep sky objects in real-time. Features offline data, a 3D compass in AR mode, and detailed graphics for an immersive stargazing experience.

🔍 Reference

(2K)

Wireless light and color meter

Illuminati Meter

Bluetooth connectivity to IM100 meterDisplays exposure and color temperatureSupports still and video camera settings

This app connects to a wireless light and color meter via Bluetooth, displaying exposure, color temperature, and other light data on your smartphone. It helps photographers and videographers set accurate exposure and white balance for various camera types and lighting conditions.

A reliable light meter

$3.99

$4.99 | 20% OFF

This app provides precise exposure metering for photographers, supporting both digital and analog workflows. It offers a comprehensive set of manual controls and advanced tools like a hyperfocal distance calculator.

Extended low-light sensitivityIncident and reflected meteringManual exposure control

by Vladislav Vyshemirsky

$9.99

This app functions as a portable light meter, essential for film photographers using manual cameras. It accurately measures reflected light and provides reciprocity calculations for precise exposure control.

Portable light meterReflected light measurementReciprocity calculations

📷 Photo & Video

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Sky Live: Heavens Above Viewer

Watch Skies: Stargazing App

Hourly stargazing indexWeather forecast integrationLight pollution data

Plan your stargazing adventures and capture stunning photos of the night sky. Get real-time weather, visibility scores, and a unique hourly stargazing index based on multiple criteria. Discover what planets, stars, and constellations are visible from your location.

(14K)

My Measures PRO + AR Measure

Store & Share Measurements

$11.99

Easily capture and annotate photos of objects with dimensions, angles, and text comments. Organize projects, share them as PDFs or images, and collaborate with others via cloud features. Ideal for professionals needing to document and share measurements accurately.

Annotate photos with dimensions, angles, and textOrganize projects in foldersShare projects as PDF or images

📊 Productivity

(3.3K)

iCSC: Clear Sky Chart Viewer

Astronomy forecasts for all

48-hour sky forecastsCloud cover, transparency, seeing dataSearch by location or map

This app provides detailed 48-hour sky forecasts for astronomical observation. It helps users find optimal locations and times for clear, dark skies by displaying data on cloud cover, transparency, and more. Save your favorite charts for quick access.

Measure Luminosity in Lux & FC

Real-time lux and foot candle measurementsReal-time color temperature measurementsReal-time histogram plotting

Measure light intensity in lux and foot candles with this 2-in-1 meter. Optimize photography settings, adjust indoor lighting, or prevent eye strain with professional-quality readings directly from your smartphone.

(5K)

Stargazing: Stars & Planets

Live Sky Map – Night View

Real-time interactive sky mapIdentify stars, planets, constellations, satellitesDetailed information on celestial objects

Discover the night sky with a real-time interactive map. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites by simply pointing your device. Explore celestial objects with detailed information and customizable views, perfect for both beginners and astronomy enthusiasts.

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A simple, powerful light meter

Luminosys - Light Meter

Measures light in LuxMeasures light in Foot Candles (FC)Uses phone camera for accuracy

Accurately measure ambient light levels in Lux or Foot Candles using your phone's camera. This tool is ideal for photography, comparing light sources, or indoor gardening. It's designed for ease of use and provides precise readings.

Photone - Grow Light Meter

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Perfectly light your plants!

Measure PAR, PPFD, DLI, lux, foot-candles, and kelvinResearch-grade accuracy using device cameraPre-calibrated for specific devices

This app acts as a professional-grade light meter for plants, measuring PAR, PPFD, DLI, and more using your device's camera. It helps optimize plant lighting by providing accurate readings and in-app guides, with optional advanced features available through purchase.

(4.9K)

Exposure for Film Photography

Light Meter Ultra

Aperture Priority MeteringShutter Priority MeteringExposure Priority Metering

This app provides precise light metering for film photography, eliminating the need for external hardware. It offers various metering modes and customizable profiles to ensure perfect exposures for manual cameras. Advanced features like reciprocity failure correction are available with a PRO plan.

📷 Photo & Video

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