Best Lumens Meter 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

Luminosys - Light Meter by Melissa Zwick

A simple, powerful light meter

Strong Contender

4.4(7 ratings)

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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.

LUX Meter - Light Meter by Yannick Binay

Illuminance for photo & plants

Worth Considering

Measure Luminosity in Lux & FC

5.0(3 ratings)

Free

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.

More Lumens Meter apps to explore

Lux Light Meter Pro

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.

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LumenLab - Lux Meter

Camera Light Meter · EV

Lux Light Meter · Photometer

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.

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LUX - Illuminance Meter

Light meter, anywhere

Instant lux measurementColor temperature (CCT) readingFoot-candle unit toggle

Measure ambient light levels in lux or foot-candles instantly. Useful for photography, plant care, or verifying brightness for various tasks. Offers advanced features like color temperature and measurement history for premium users.

📊 Productivity

Illuminance, EV & foot-candle

Lux Meter – Light Meter

LUX Meter - Photo Light Meter

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 measurement made easy

LEDVANCE LUX-O-METER

Measure light brightness in LUXReal-time measurementWorkplace optimization recommendations

Measure light intensity in LUX to ensure optimal lighting for concentration at your desk or home office. This app helps you create a productive and comfortable workspace by recommending illuminants.

Measure light intensity & cct

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Light Meter: Lux-525 Pro

Real-time illuminance measurementColor temperature measurementPPFD/PAR and DLI calculation

This app functions as a precise and user-friendly light meter using your phone's built-in sensors. It measures illuminance, color temperature, PPFD/PAR, DLI, and luminous flux in real-time. It also includes a calculator for various illumination parameters and allows sharing or saving of measurements.

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Lux Meter: Light Camera Cine

Lux Meter – Pro Light Meter

Real-time light measurementLive EV feedbackSave and compare exposure history

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light and exposure meter. It provides real-time light measurements with EV feedback, allowing photographers and filmmakers to achieve perfect exposure. Advanced features like spot metering and histograms offer professional-grade control.

Light Meter - Lux & Lumen

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freemium

Brightness,Foot Candle & EV

Real-time lux measurement with live gaugePhotography mode for exposure value (EV) calculationPlant light mode with recommendations

Transform your iPhone into a professional light meter to measure illuminance in lux or foot-candles. Ideal for photographers, plant enthusiasts, and workplace safety, it provides instant, accurate light readings with various specialized modes and data export options.

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.

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Exposure meter for film & DSLR

Lumē Light Meter

$1.99

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.

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Measure Light: ISO, LUX

Precision light measurementsReal-time data monitoringCustomizable lighting alerts

This app helps photographers and videographers measure light accurately for perfect exposure. It offers real-time data, customizable alerts, and a user-friendly interface to enhance creative projects.

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Measure & analyze light levels

Lux Meter Pros

Real-time lux measurementPhoto-based light readingsRoom grid mapping

$3.99 | 100% OFF

This tool transforms your iPhone into a professional light testing device. It measures lux levels, conducts emergency lighting discharge tests, and generates compliance certificates for UK electricians and facility managers.