Best Light Meter Analog Apps

4.5😐(2.6K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform your smartphone into a professional light meter. Measure illuminance and color temperature with scientifically validated accuracy, trusted by professionals. Requires a simple diffuser for precise readings.

What We Love

👍 Great app
👍 Accurate measurements
👍 Easy to use
👍 Helpful customer service
👍 Useful for science/research

Room to Improve

🐛 Requires diffuser for accurate readings
💰 Expensive for a light meter app
🔋 Battery/trial period issues
🔍 Inconsistent/inaccurate readings
🙄 Misleading/deceptive marketing

Lumu Light Meter by Lumu d.o.o.

Pro color and flash meter

Strong Contender

3.4😐(99 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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.

What We Love

✨ Accurate light metering
✨ Precise color meter readings
👍 Intuitive and clean UI
👍 Great for film photography
👍 Convenient pocket-sized tool
👍 Good for architectural work
👍 Useful for spot metering
👍 Replaces handheld meters
👍 Good low-light capabilities
👍 Functional and well-designed app
👍 Cost-effective solution

Room to Improve

😞 Terrible customer service
😞 Unresponsive support
😞 Expensive hardware
😞 Misleading advertising
😞 Inconsistent accuracy
😞 Color meter not accurate
😞 No setup instructions
😞 App unusable for film
😞 Forced upgrades
😞 Discontinued product issues
😞 Device not recognized after updates
😞 Connection issues
😞 Hardware falls off easily
😞 Paid features not unlocked
😞 High price for features
😞 Software issues with older devices

Lux Light Meter Pro by Marina Polyanskaya

Measure Luminosity in Lux & FC

Worth Considering

Lux Light Meter for Mobile

3.9😞(5.1K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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.

What We Love

🚀 Simple and straightforward
👍 Useful for measuring light levels
🔍 Provides general lux measurements

Room to Improve

🐛 Inaccurate and inconsistent readings
🔍 Limited functionality compared to professional light meters
💰 Requires subscription for full features
🤖 Glitchy and non-responsive at times

More Light Meter Analog apps to explore

Lux-Meter & Exposure Measure

Real-time color temperature measurementLux and foot candle measurementsDaily light integral (DLI) calculation

This app provides accurate and easy-to-use light measurements in lux and foot candles. It's ideal for photographers, plant owners, and anyone needing to assess ambient light levels in various spaces. Features include real-time color temperature measurement and calculation of the daily light integral.

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Lux Tint & Light Meter - PPFD

Pocket Lightmeter in Kelvin

Real-time color temperature analysisMeasure in lux & foot-candlesDaily Light Integral (DLI) calculation

This app provides precise, real-time light measurements for photography, filmmaking, and design. It offers color temperature analysis, lux and foot-candle readings, and DLI calculations. Optimize your lighting setup with smart shooting recommendations and full manual control.

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Light Meter - Brightness Calc

Light Meter - Film Photography

$2.99

This application acts as a portable light meter, allowing users to measure light intensity in lux and foot candles. It offers real-time readings, a log library for saving measurements, and the ability to calibrate with professional devices for enhanced accuracy. The app supports both front and rear cameras and saves scene images.

Real-time light intensity measurementLux and foot candle readingsSaveable log library

Illuminance for photo & plants

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LUX Meter - Light Meter

Lux and foot-candle readingsLighting target presetsLive brightness scale

This app measures ambient light levels in lux or foot-candles using your iPhone camera. It provides instant feedback on whether a space is too dim, comfortable, or bright enough for various tasks and offers calibration options.

A simple, powerful light meter

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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.

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Exposure meter for film & DSLR

by Muhammed Efdal incesu

LightCue - Film Light Meter

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Meter, expose, shoot on film

Matrix, center, and spot meteringExposure locking and compensationBuilt-in tutorials and hints

This app acts as a digital light meter for film photographers, offering various metering modes and helpful tutorials. It provides exposure readings for your physical camera and includes optional Pro features for advanced users.

Luxmeter - Lux Light Meter

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Measure Lux Light & Exposure

Light intensity measurement (lux, foot-candles)Real-time color temperature readingsExposure suggestions

This app measures light intensity in lux and provides real-time exposure suggestions for photography. It offers customizable settings for shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, with options for both front and back cameras. It's designed for personal use to optimize lighting and capture better photos.

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Easy Light Meter

Measure light exposure

Live exposure previewReal-time ISO, shutter speed, apertureNative camera access

This tool helps photographers and videographers measure light exposure using their device's camera. It provides real-time ISO, shutter speed, and aperture data for accurate manual camera settings. The interface is clean and optimized for quick readings.

LUX Meter - Photo Light Meter

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free

Measure light for photoshoot

Real-time color temperature measurementLight measurement in LUXReal-time heat measurement (Kelvin)

This utility app precisely measures light intensity in LUX and color temperature in Kelvin. It provides real-time exposure readings for photoshoots and filming, helping users adjust lighting for optimal results.

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Light Meter Classic

by Carabala Pte. Ltd.

Lux Light Meter · Photometer

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Lux · EV · Modes · History

Precise ambient light measurement (lux)Multiple measurement modes (Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Photo)Measurement history with trend charts

This tool transforms your iPhone into a precise light meter, offering multiple modes for various environments and photography needs. It records measurement history, allows for notes and comparisons, and supports CSV export for detailed analysis.

Light Meter - measure luminosity in lux, fc, lumen

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by Vlad Polyanskiy

$1.99

Measure ambient light levels accurately using your smartphone. This app provides precise readings in lux and foot candles, offering a convenient and cost-effective alternative to professional illuminometers for personal use.

Accurate light measurementsMeasures in lux and foot candleIntuitive and attractive design

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Light Meter - Lux Camera

Light Measurement

Easy lux measurementHigh precision readingsReal-time updates

Measure ambient light levels using your smartphone's camera. Get quick and precise lux readings for personal use, saving you the cost of professional equipment. Simply open the app and point your camera to see real-time measurements.