Best Lux Light Meter Apps

Measure illuminance (lux/foot-candle)Measure color temperature (Kelvin)Industry-leading accuracy

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.

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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.

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.

LUX Meter - Photo Light Meter

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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 Pro

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.

📷 Photo & Video

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Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo

Luminosity & Exposure Value EV

Real-time color temperature measurementLux and foot candles light measurementsAverage and max light values

This app provides precise light measurements in lux and foot candles, along with real-time color temperature readings. It offers shooting value recommendations and allows manual adjustment of camera settings for photographers, plant enthusiasts, and workspace optimization.

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.

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Luxmeter - Lux Light Meter

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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Lux Tint & Light Meter - PPFD

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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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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 Meter: Lux & Brightness

Light Meter・Lux Meter

Plants, rooms & photo exposure

Real-time lux, foot-candle, and EV readingsVisual brightness indicatorCheck lighting standards for spaces

This utility app transforms your smartphone into a professional light measurement tool, offering precise real-time readings in lux, foot-candle, and EV. It helps users meet lighting standards for various environments and optimize conditions for plant growth, with features for tracking changes over time.

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LightMeter Pro: Lux Meter

Exposure, PPFD & AI Analysis

by Opple Lighting Co., Ltd.

Measures illuminationMeasures CCTMeasures UV

This app transforms your device into a professional light meter. Measure illumination, CCT, UV, and XY values by simply plugging in a compatible accessory. It's a handy tool for analyzing light conditions.

🌟 Lifestyle

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LuxMeasure: Light Meter

Luminosys - Light Meter

A simple, powerful 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.