Photone - Grow Light Meter

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. It rivals professional handheld PAR meters, and goes 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) *

TOOLBOX

⎷ Heatmaps — Create exportable PAR maps, PPFD maps, DLI maps, lux maps, and more
⎷ Logging — Track measurements over time as an interactive chart, Auto-Log sessions, and export them

FEATURES

⎷ Industry-leading accuracy, comparable to professional PAR quantum sensors
⎷ Pre-calibrated for your specific device
⎷ Excellent low light sensitivity to detect light pollution for plants
⎷ No ads
⎷ No Bluetooth and location permission required
⎷ 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 no ads or hidden costs. To unleash its full potential, it 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 5+ years of R&D to develop. Upgrading unlocks powerful features and keeps the app ad-free for everyone. As a member of 1% for the Planet, we donate at least 1% of all revenue to environmental non-profits — so every purchase helps both your plants and the planet.

ACCURACY

Apps developed by Lightray Innovation are developed according to the ISO/CIE 19476 standard. Thanks to RAW image processing and a default calibration per device model they’re able to match the performance of high quality traditional hardware light meters. To ensure quality we rigorously test our apps regularly on upcoming devices.

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 just want the best quantum meter app for your LED grow lights, Photone has got you covered.

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