213+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 213+ this app is a light meter on iOS, 15 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 3.9★ (5K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.5★ (2.5K) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.5★ (78) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 3.4★ (99) | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.6★ (4.9K) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (440) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 7 |  | $9.99 | 4.5★ (1K) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.4★ (17) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This powerful light meter app offers a clean, intuitive interface optimized for one-handed use. It displays multiple aperture and shutter speed combinations simultaneously, aiding quick setting selection. Suitable for beginners and experienced photographers alike, it includes advanced features like spot metering, reciprocity failure compensation, and pinhole mode.
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.
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.
This app helps indoor plant owners assess the light conditions their plants are receiving. By using your phone's camera, you can measure light levels and understand if they are optimal for your specific plant's needs, preventing common issues like lack of light.
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.
Measure illuminance and color temperature in real-time. Get lighting scene recommendations based on EML, lux, and CCT values. Snapshot data and share trends via CSV or PNG.
This app provides multiple lighting solutions, including a bright LED flashlight, a customizable screen light, and a reading lamp with a sleep timer. It offers gesture controls for brightness and color adjustments, making it versatile for various situations.
Transform your device into a professional light meter to measure luminosity in lux and foot-candles. Achieve optimal illumination for any space, from greenhouses to workspaces, ensuring comfort and preventing glare. Calibrated with reference equipment for precise and reliable readings.
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.
This app helps photographers and filmmakers calculate camera exposure, estimate depth-of-field, and function as a light meter using the phone's camera. It offers an intuitive interface for adjusting settings like ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to achieve optimal exposure.
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.
This app functions as a light meter specifically designed for pinhole photography. Users can set the F-number and ISO sensitivity, then tap the preview window to measure exposure. It includes a countdown timer for precise exposure timing.
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.