Decibel Sense - Sound Meter

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About this app

Decibel Sense — Sound Meter is a modern, accurate decibel meter and sound level meter for your phone. Measure noise levels in real time, log sessions, and protect your hearing — all on a clean, dark, distraction-free interface. Whether you're documenting noisy neighbors, checking workplace noise, monitoring a baby's room, surveying a concert venue, or just curious how loud your environment is, Decibel Sense gives you fast, reliable dB readings with two stunning meter styles. ⚡ KEY FEATURES • Live dB meter with smooth animated VU ring • Classic analog needle dial (vintage SPL meter style) • Real-time scrolling waveform graph • MIN / AVG / MAX statistics • Peak hold indicator with auto-fade • Two display styles — Modern Ring or Classic Analog • Dark and light themes with one-tap toggle 📋 NOISE LOG & DOCUMENTATION • Record sound level sessions with custom names • Save unlimited sessions on your device • Export beautiful PNG reports for sharing • Perfect for noise complaints, workplace docs, before/after comparisons • Embedded disclaimer on every shared report 🎯 ACCURACY YOU CAN TRUST • Guided one-point calibration wizard • Mic frequency response test (plays test tones) • Manual offset adjustment for power users • Honest accuracy disclosures (±2-3 dB calibrated) • Hearing health alerts at 85+ dB exposure • Keep-screen-awake toggle for long measurements 🔒 PRIVACY FIRST • Audio is NEVER recorded or transmitted • No accounts, no signups, no tracking • All data stays on your device • Works completely offline (except for ads) • Clear, honest privacy policy 🎨 BEAUTIFUL DESIGN Built with a clean, modern aesthetic that respects your eyes. Choose between a glowing Modern Ring with neon green accents or the nostalgic Classic Analog needle dial. Both meter styles support light and dark themes for any environment. 🎵 PERFECT FOR • Tenants documenting noisy neighbors • Office workers checking workplace noise • Parents monitoring nursery sound levels • Musicians and audio engineers • Restaurant and venue owners • Construction site workers • HVAC and soundproofing professionals • Hearing health awareness • Anyone curious about ambient noise 📊 NOISE LEVEL REFERENCE • 30 dB — Whisper, quiet library • 60 dB — Normal conversation • 70 dB — Vacuum cleaner, busy office • 85 dB — Heavy traffic (hearing damage risk) • 100 dB — Motorcycle, hand drill • 120 dB — Rock concert, siren • 130 dB — Pain threshold ⚠️ ACCURACY DISCLAIMER Smartphone microphones are not calibrated scientific instruments. Readings are approximate and should not be used for legal or regulatory purposes. Use the in-app calibration tool for improved accuracy. For legally binding measurements, use a professional Type 2 sound level meter. Decibel Sense is supported by a single non-intrusive banner ad and limited interstitial ads. No tracking. No data collection. Just a genuinely useful sound meter. Download Decibel Sense — Sound Meter today and take control of your sound environment.

What’s new

Welcome to Decibel Sense — Sound Meter!
• Two meter styles: Modern Ring & Classic Analog
• Real-time waveform with peak hold
• Record and share noise log reports
• One-point calibration (±2-3 dB accuracy)
• Mic frequency response test
• Hearing health alerts at 85+ dB