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. 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/.

** ENHANCED LIGHT MEASUREMENTS WITH THE CAMERA
Accurate light measurements with the camera require a default calibration, which is made available only for selected higher-quality devices. Check the full list of supported devices here: https://lightray.io/diffuser/compatibility/

On devices without default calibration, Photone automatically falls back to the built-in ambient light sensor (ALS). While the ALS works without an external diffuser, it is far less accurate than camera-based measurements. Learn more about the differences between the two sensor types here: https://growlightmeter.com/guides/different-light-intensity-sensors/

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 Google 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.


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