Gauss Meter is a utility app that utilizes a mobile device's magnetometer to measure total magnetic field strength in the vicinity. It provides data logging capabilities, including real-time plotting, geolocation mapping, and multimedia attachments, aimed at users requiring field data collection.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Researchers, hobbyists, and professionals requiring portable magnetic field measurement and data logging tools.
What does it look like?
Key features
Measures total magnetic field strength in multiple units including nT, µT, mT, mG, and G.
Records measurements with customizable frequency and duration, exportable as CSV files for post-processing.
Allows users to attach photos, videos, and voice records to specific measurement data points.
Triggers user notifications when measured magnetic field levels exceed a user-defined threshold.
Captures location information for measurement points and displays them on an integrated map.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Intense developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: intense.
Who built it?
HUNG HSUN LIN
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What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for Gauss Meter
How's the Education market?
The rivals identified
By Jose Bello
Both apps target users seeking magnetic field detection via iPhone hardware, though they differ in their stated utility versus entertainment intent.
- Gauss Meter provides data logging and geolocation mapping for research, whereas the rival explicitly labels itself for entertainment purposes.
- Gauss Meter is free to use, while the rival charges a two-dollar entry fee.
Magnetometer ∞Contender
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Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorderContender
Metal Detector RegattaContender
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Key takeaways for Gauss Meter
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers robust data logging and multimedia features, user feedback indicates significant variability in measurement accuracy compared to professional-grade hardware.
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