# Sound Decibel Meter

> Sound Meter - powerful in its simplicity and convenience of use.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.splendapps.decibel](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.splendapps.decibel)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.splendapps.decibel`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Splend Apps
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 25,643,834
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (615,584 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-17
- **First published:** 2014-10-30
- **Publisher country:** PL
- **Size:** 10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.splendapps.decibel)
- **Website:** [http://splendapps.com/](http://splendapps.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://splendapps.com/privacy](https://splendapps.com/privacy)

## Description

**Sound Decibel Meter** is a straightforward and powerful sound measurement tool designed for Android devices. Utilizing your device's built-in microphone, it measures ambient sound levels in decibels (dB) and visualizes the data through intuitive graphs, helping users monitor noise levels conveniently.

While optimized for ease and reliability, the app may have limitations due to hardware constraints, such as reduced accuracy for very loud sounds exceeding 90 dB or interference from automatic gain control features. Developed by SplendApps, it respects user privacy and offers continuous support and updates through their official website and social media channels.

## Rankings

- #5,993 — Overall
- #115 — Music and audio (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.splendapps.decibel.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Sound Decibel Meter generally provides decibel readings and is easy to install, with use cases for basic sound checks and ear-safety awareness (including club settings). However, most reviews focus on an ad-heavy experience that disrupts usage, with pay-to-remove options and prompts. Some users report unreliable readings and crashes, and there are privacy concerns about needing internet access for ads. Core functionality may be solid, but the ad-driven UX significantly limits practicality.

### Pros

- Generally works and provides decibel readings.
- Easy to install and set up.
- Useful for basic sound checks and ear-safety awareness.
- Good for club sound checks and everyday monitoring.

### Cons

- Intrusive, frequent ads disrupt usage (video ads, pop-ups, hard-to-close banners).
- Paywall or forced ads/pay to remove them; not free as advertised.
- Unreliable or inconsistent readings in some situations.
- Crashes or locks the device (app can freeze or take over the screen).
- Privacy concerns due to internet access for ads.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.splendapps.decibel)