# Jig Helper

> Woodworking jig setting and screw length calculator for pocket hole jigs. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Trandem.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jig-helper/id1237041030 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Trandem](https://appshunter.io/developer/1237041029)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-05-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jig-helper/id1237041030/reviews.md

## What is Jig Helper?

Jig Helper will help you figure out which settings to use with your woodworking jigs!

If you have a Kreg pocket hole jig, this is the app you need! 
This app helps you determine what jig setting and what screw length to use in all common scenarios, including when you're mating workpieces of different thicknesses.

In addition, this first version comes with a handy conversion chart for common dimensional softwood lumber.

## Key features

- Pocket hole jig setting guidance
- Screw length recommendations
- Handles different workpiece thicknesses
- Conversion chart for softwood lumber

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jig-helper/id1237041030/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Tool

*2024-12-29*

Thank you for developing this app. Great tool to use with your pocket hole jig.  Exactly what I was looking for and no unnecessary frills.

### 5/5 — Simple and Effective

*2024-03-06, version 1.2*

This makes it so easy to know what screw size and settings to use. It is simple to use and does exactly what I need it to do. Thank you

### 1/5 — Impossible de voir la longueur de vis nécessaire sur iPod Touch

*2020-12-19, version 1.1*

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### 5/5 — Great app for reference

*2019-10-18*

Love this app makes selecting kreg jig depth and screw size so much easier and faster

**Developer response:** Gregory, I'm incredibly glad you are finding this app useful! If you have any feature requests, please feel free to send them on.

## Frequently asked questions about Jig Helper

### What is Jig Helper used for?

Jig Helper is designed to help woodworkers determine the correct settings for their jigs, particularly pocket hole jigs. It provides guidance on jig settings and screw lengths for various woodworking scenarios.

### Does Jig Helper work with different wood thicknesses?

Yes, Jig Helper is specifically designed to help you determine the correct jig setting and screw length when mating workpieces of different thicknesses.

### What kind of jigs does Jig Helper support?

The app primarily focuses on Kreg pocket hole jigs, offering settings and screw length recommendations for common scenarios.

### Is there any additional information in Jig Helper?

In addition to jig settings, the first version of Jig Helper includes a handy conversion chart for common dimensional softwood lumber.

### What devices is Jig Helper available on?

Jig Helper is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Jig Helper updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on September 12, 2021. The app was initially released on May 29, 2017.

### What is the age rating for Jig Helper?

Jig Helper has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Jig Helper have ads?

No, Jig Helper does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2021-09-12

Data updates and UI bug fixes to support smaller screen sizes.

### 1.1 — 2020-06-29

Updates include:
- corrected jig settings based on user feedback
- support for Dark Mode

### 1.0.0 — 2017-05-29

No release notes.

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