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Noise Meter

Free classroom noise meter. Turn your microphone into a live behaviour volume monitor for group work, transitions and independent learning.

Why teachers use it

Use noise meter instantly in class

Turn your device microphone into a live classroom volume monitor. The noise meter shows green when the class is quiet, amber as volume rises and red when it is too loud — giving students immediate visual feedback on their own noise levels.

Popular classroom uses

  • Monitor group work volume without constant verbal reminders
  • Set a visible noise target during collaborative tasks
  • Support self-regulation by letting students see their own volume

Where noise meter fits in your lessons

Noise Meter is a free, no-login timers & management tools tool you can use straight away in class. It works well for lesson pacing, classroom transitions, independent work timing, and runs in any browser on your classroom display, laptop or a student device.

Great for

  • lesson pacing
  • classroom transitions
  • independent work timing
  • full-screen board display
  • PE lessons
  • warm-up stations

Use it during

  • settling the class
  • timed activities
  • pack-away transitions
  • independent practice
  • plenary wrap-up

What teachers like about it

Built to be quick, clear and classroom-friendly so you can get on with teaching.

Updates live, which keeps the whole class engaged and involved as it happens.

Keeps timing visible to everyone, which helps pacing and encourages student independence.

It is quick to launch, so you can use noise meter the moment you need it in a lesson.

It works on classroom computers, laptops, tablets and phones without any installation.

Part of our randomisers and classroom management tools toolkit

Fair random selection, instant group creation and behaviour-support routines to keep your classroom running smoothly.

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Noise Meter FAQ

Answers for teachers looking for a fast, reliable classroom-friendly version of this tool.

Does it record audio?

No. It analyses volume levels in real time but does not record, store or transmit any audio.

Can I adjust the sensitivity?

Yes. You can calibrate the microphone sensitivity to match your classroom size and acoustics.

Does it work on a phone?

Yes. It works on any device with a microphone, including phones, tablets and laptops.

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Read how teachers use this format

Practical ideas and routines from our blog showing where this tool fits in real lessons.

Classroom noise meter

Classroom noise meter for teachers: how to make volume routines feel visual instead of naggyNoise meters are useful because they shift volume reminders away from repeated teacher talk and into one shared visual routine the class can understand instantly.