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Distance Tool

Distance Tool

Area, map & GPS calculator

2.2K ratings
117 reviews
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Released
November 11, 2011
Updated
October 22, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

Developer

Applorium Ltd
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About

Calculate distances between points and areas of polygons on a map. Supports metric and imperial units, GPS location, and freehand drawing. Altitude calculation is also available, with or without data connectivity.

✓Distance calculation between points
✓Area calculation for polygons
✓GPS location dropping
✓Metric and imperial units
✓Altitude calculation
✓Freehand drawing
✓Follow mode for real-time calculation
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What users say about Distance Tool

Reviews of Distance Tool are mixed: the Utilities app is rated 4.4/5 from 2.2K App Store ratings. What users like most: accurate measurements, simple and easy to use. Top complaints: glitchy pin drop functionality, inaccurate distance measurements. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Accurate measurements
  • 👍Simple and easy to use
  • 💡Useful for various applications (farming, surveying, etc.)
  • 🚀Works well in remote areas

Negative things

  • 🐛Glitchy pin drop functionality
  • 🐛Inaccurate distance measurements
  • 💰Paywall for advanced features
  • 🐛Difficulty unsubscribing from paid plans
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What's New in Distance Tool

5.3.1

October 22, 2026

Support for new iOS

6

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Distance Calculator Monthly

Monthly subscription to all premium features

$3.991 Month
3 Days trial
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User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Placing a pin drop sucks

Any time I place a pin it puts it in the wrong spot
GGorillapaw82

Ungenau

Ich laufe gerade entlang und in der App auf der Karte laufe ich schief und habe dann einen ganz anderen GPS Punkt als ich eigentlich habe. Hab auch mit Maßband nachgemessen und es ist schon manchmal sehr off. Nettes Gimmik, aber um ernsthaft was zu messen, total unbrauchbar
Bbelugma

Once good, now broke

For dev- I’m on iPhone 17 pro, have tried deleting and re installing.

This used to be one of my favorite apps, clean UI, super useful. Then an update rolled out some time ago and when dropping a pin, it goes to a random point +- 20 yards from where your finger was.
FCFarm cow

Excellent Measuring Tool

This is an excellent addition for any landowner to measure area’s inaccessible.
CDCpl Deadly

Keep up the good work

Keep up the good work
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

GPS not working on certain devices

Bug

App crashes when trying to access location services

Bug

Saved routes not loading properly

Bug

Inconsistent distance calculations

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to edit/reposition dropped pins

Feature

Option to toggle visibility of distance labels

Feature

Support for entering coordinates manually

Feature

Improved map quality and zooming capabilities

Feature

FAQ

What does the Distance Tool app do?

This app allows users to quickly and easily calculate distances between points on a map and determine the area of non-overlapping polygons. It supports both metric and imperial units for distances and can display coordinates in decimal or degrees, minutes, and seconds.

What are the key features of Distance Tool?

Key features include calculating distances and areas, dropping points at your current GPS location, freehand drawing to calculate areas, and a follow mode for real-time calculations. It also offers altitude calculation, with or without data connectivity.

How much does Distance Tool cost?

The app is free to download and use, with an option for a subscription that auto-renews. Payment for the subscription is charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase.

What devices is Distance Tool compatible with?

The app supports standard map views (standard, satellite, and hybrid) and allows sharing of drawings via email, which can be opened on any device with Distance Tool installed. Altitude calculation requires data for points other than the current location.

What are common use cases for Distance Tool?

Common use cases include mapping fields in agriculture, measuring plots of land or home boundaries, and general interest in calculating distances and areas. It's also useful for quickly finding out your current altitude or the altitude of any point on the map.