MATCO TOOLS - SmartEAR1

Name: MATCO TOOLS - SmartEAR1
Rating: 3 (38 reviews)
Author: JS Products, Inc

By: JS Products, Inc

****MATCO TOOLS – SmartEAR 1 – Sound & Vibration Detection****

Features & Capabilities

MATCO TOOLS – SmartEAR1 – Sound & Vibration Detection

The MATCO TOOLS SmartEAR1 app is designed to aid service technicians in pinpointing defective or worn parts in automobiles, heavy machinery, and industrial equipment. By detecting vibrations, rattles, squeaks, and grinding sounds that are often difficult to identify, this tool simplifies challenging diagnostic tasks.

When paired with MATCO TOOLS' specialized hardware kits, your smartphone becomes a powerful sound and vibration detection device. The app features a user-friendly interface with both analog and digital sound level displays, including options for average, peak, and real-time readings. Adjustable settings such as sound level offset, sampling rate, and decibel threshold provide precise control. Additional features include reset capabilities, master volume control, and an informational user guide covering sound perception and noise exposure references.

Note: The app requires specific hardware kits available through MATCO TOOLS distributors.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

1.3.7 Last updated: 2025-12-26

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Creation date:

2014-12-04

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Permissions:

android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO High risk
android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS Low risk
android.permission.REORDER_TASKS Low risk

Size:

4.96MB

Email:

jh*****@steelman-js.com

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-05

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 506,167 ▼ 1,423

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Developed by:

JS Products, Inc

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.matcotools.smartearL1

Email:

jh*****@steelman-js.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app's high sensitivity, user-friendly interface, adjustable settings, and useful diagnostic visuals. It serves as an effective tool for detecting mechanical defects and ensuring safety. However, many reviews report significant issues including frequent app crashes, volume control problems during use, hardware incompatibility especially on newer phones, and poor developer support. These issues hamper the app's performance and reliability, limiting its usefulness despite its promising features.

Pros

Very high sensitivity to detect even the most feeble sounds, allowing detection of defects in automobiles and machinery.
User-friendly application with easy detection of troubled areas using noise and vibration tools.
Ability to fine tune settings such as background sound offset and decibel offset, enhancing usability.
Effective visual indicators for diagnosis, aiding users who have hearing difficulties.
Useful tool for workplace safety and mechanical diagnosis, improving efficiency and convenience.

Cons

App frequently crashes or fails to open on many devices, causing usability issues.
Volume issues persist, with the app turning down phone volume during use, disrupting user experience.
Incompatibility with many modern phones, especially newer Samsung models, limiting the functionality of the hardware probe and clamps.
Poor or non-responsive product support, including inability to contact developers for assistance or bug fixes.
Hardware probe not consistently detected or used by the app, causing it to rely on phone microphone instead of the intended external device.

Recent reviews

Good app for detecting defects in automobiles and machineries by observing noise and vibration levels. This can be done through using phone's microphone or the specially designed hardware device.