# Distance Tool — Area, map & GPS calculator

> Map-based tool for calculating distances, areas, and altitudes. (iPhone/iPad app by Applorium Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distance-tool/id478687476 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 2,119 App Store ratings · 115 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-11-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distance-tool/id478687476/reviews.md

## What is Distance Tool?

Distance Tool allows for quick and easy calculations to find distances between points on a map, including area calculations for non-overlapping polygons drawn. Includes metric (meters, kilometers) and imperial units (yards, miles, feet for altitude) for distances. Co-ordinates can either be displayed in decimal or degrees, meters and seconds.

Useful for mapping fields in agriculture, plots of land/home boundaries, or for general interest in distances and areas!

Functionality to drop a point at your current location (GPS or otherwise), and to email the results. Tap briefly to drop points anywhere on the map.

Share your drawing (shape) by email, which includes a file that can be opened on any device with Distance Tool.

Allows the standard map views of standard, satellite and hybrid.

Supports quick altitude calculation without data connectivity. Find out how high up you are! Or see the altitude of ANY point (requires data).

Freehand draw: Draw any shape on the map to quickly calculate area.

Follow Mode: Calculate distance or areas simply by moving!

Subscription terms:
- The subscription auto-renews at the end of each term.
- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
- The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period.
- You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase.

Privacy policy and Terms of Use: https://applorium.com/privacy-distance-tool

## Key features

- 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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Distance Calculator Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Distance Calculator Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - freehand & follow | $7.99 | one-time |
| Distance Tool Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Distance Tool?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

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

**Cons**

- 🐛 Glitchy pin drop functionality
- 🐛 Inaccurate distance measurements
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🐛 Difficulty unsubscribing from paid plans

**Commonly reported bugs**

- GPS not working on certain devices
- App crashes when trying to access location services
- Saved routes not loading properly
- Inconsistent distance calculations

**Most requested features**

- Ability to edit/reposition dropped pins
- Option to toggle visibility of distance labels
- Support for entering coordinates manually
- Improved map quality and zooming capabilities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 115)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distance-tool/id478687476/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Once good, now broke

*2026-08-07*

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.

### 5/5 — Excellent Measuring Tool

*2026-04-09*

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

### 5/5 — Keep up the good work

*2026-01-25*

Keep up the good work

### 5/5 — Outstanding exercise planner!!!

*2026-01-12*

Want to know how far it is around the block? To the store or gym? Just drop some pins and find out!  I’ve charted 1.4 miles around my neighborhood, 2 miles, if I include two blocks over.

### 5/5 — Denver

*2026-01-10, version 4.7*

seeing the streets & roads in various Europe areas I have walked/traveled

### 5/5 — January 2,TH 2026

*2026-01-02, version 4.7*

February 13,TH 2026

### 5/5 — Distance

*2025-11-07, version 4.7*

Great app and excellent and accurate measure.

### 4/5 — Chris

*2025-10-21*

Great app so far

### 5/5 — Does what you need

*2025-10-10*

Get it, exactly wot on tin

### 5/5 — Melhor app!

*2025-09-18*

Melhor app!

## Frequently asked questions about Distance Tool

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.3 — 2026-08-06

Bug fixes & improvements

### 5.1 — 2026-03-10

Bug fixes & improvements

### 5.0 — 2026-02-22

- Liquid Glass design for iOS 26
- Elevation profiles
- Route finder between points
- Faster map loading
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 4.7 — 2025-08-21

Improved search and added Look Around capabilities

### 4.6.5 — 2025-06-08

Bug fixes & improvements

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