Photone - Grow Light Meter
Photone - Grow Light Meter
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Photone - Grow Light Meter

Stop the guesswork and start optimizing. Turn your smartphone into a professional quantum sensor to measure DLI, Kelvin, and light intensity with the scientific precision your plants deserve.

Key Figures

Downloads

119K+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

5K+

Publisher

Lightray Innovation GmbH

Category

Utilities

Locales

8

Latest Version

4.2.1

Size

21.6 MB

First Released

Apr 24, 2019
Features

Master Your Indoor Environment with Data

Stop guessing and start growing with research-grade measurements designed for the serious cultivator. From PAR to DLI, Photone puts professional-level light science in the palm of your hand.

Research-Grade Accuracy

Replace expensive handheld PAR meters with our unique RAW sensor algorithm, delivering professional-level PPFD readings without the $500 price tag.

DLI & Growth Analytics

Calculate your Daily Light Integral (DLI) automatically to ensure your plants receive the exact energy required for explosive growth and maximum yield.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Screenshots

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app interface measuring PAR and PPFD for indoor plants

Photone app interface measuring PAR and PPFD for indoor plants

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app interface showing a PPFD measurement of 420 and various LED light spectrum settings for plant growth.

Photone app interface showing a PPFD measurement of 420 and various LED light spectrum settings for plant growth.

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app showing a Daily Light Integral measurement of 42.0 for plant grow lights

Photone app showing a Daily Light Integral measurement of 42.0 for plant grow lights

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app screen showing LED and fluorescent grow light source selection

Photone app screen showing LED and fluorescent grow light source selection

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app interface measuring light illuminance in lux on a smartphone.

Photone app interface measuring light illuminance in lux on a smartphone.

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Guides screen in the Photone app showing tutorials for plant lighting and light measurement

Guides screen in the Photone app showing tutorials for plant lighting and light measurement

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app interface showing a 6500 Kelvin color temperature measurement for grow lights

Photone app interface showing a 6500 Kelvin color temperature measurement for grow lights

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Settings menu of Photone app showing measurement configurations for ePAR and illuminance along with pro features.

Settings menu of Photone app showing measurement configurations for ePAR and illuminance along with pro features.

Photone - Grow Light Meter - Photone app screen displaying default calibration information for high-accuracy light measurements on iPhone.

Photone app screen displaying default calibration information for high-accuracy light measurements on iPhone.

Description

Take the guesswork out of plant lighting with Photone, the most accurate plant light meter app. Measure PAR, PPFD, DLI, lux, foot-candles, and color temperature (kelvin) directly with your phone or tablet. To measure light with research-grade accuracy, Photone uses the most precise sensor in your device: the camera. Its unique measurement algorithm works directly with the RAW camera sensor data to capture true light intensity. This allows Photone to rival professional handheld PAR meters in accuracy and go even further by helping you interpret the numbers with in-app guides, tools, and additional features. MEASUREMENTS ⎷ Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) as PPFD in µmol/m²/s ⎷ Daily Light Integral (DLI) in mol/m²/d ⎷ Illuminance in lux or foot-candles ⎷ Light color temperature in kelvin * ⎷ Extended PAR (ePAR) including far-red light (ePPFD, eDLI) * FEATURES ⎷ Industry-leading accuracy, comparable to professional PAR quantum sensors ⎷ Pre-calibrated for your specific device ⎷ No ads ⎷ In-app guides ⎷ Light source selection for every type of grow light (LED, HPS, CMH, etc.) * ⎷ Average and peak readings * ⎷ Plant light calculator ⎷ Hands-free “read aloud” function * ⎷ Special underwater measurement mode * ⎷ Custom calibration option to align readings to another meter ⎷ Premium support for advanced grow questions * * These features require an in-app purchase to fully unlock DIFFUSER REQUIRED Like every real light meter, Photone requires a diffuser to measure accurately. A diffuser scatters incoming light evenly on the sensor and prevents hotspots. While it may sound complex, the solution is surprisingly easy. You have two options: 1) Easily build a diffuser yourself in less than a minute using standard printer paper. This is accurate enough for most use cases. 2) Get the dedicated Diffuser Accessory (free worldwide shipping) for best accuracy and convenience. More details on https://lightray.io/diffuser/. (!) Do not rely on apps that do not require a diffuser. They are inaccurate because they ignore the basic physics of light measurement. UPGRADE OPTIONS Photone is free to download and use with all basic features without any ads or hidden costs. To unleash its full potential, Photone offers two types of upgrades: → Lifetime unlocks — one-time purchase, always restorable via your Apple Account → Pro subscription — full access for as long as you subscribe, cancel anytime Photone took more than 5 years of R&D to develop. Upgrading not only unlocks powerful features, but also supports future development and keeps the app ad-free for everyone. As a member of 1% for the Planet, we donate at least one percent of all revenue to environmental non-profits — so every purchase helps both your plants and the planet. DOWNLOAD FOR FREE. TRUSTED BY MILLIONS. Optimized for plant growers and indoor gardeners – whether you're growing in a grow tent, greenhouse, hydroponics system, an aquarium, or are just looking for the best quantum meter app for your LED grow lights, Photone has got you covered. Terms and Conditions: https://growlightmeter.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://growlightmeter.com/privacy/

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