Best Map Ruler alternatives: apps like Map Ruler - Distance Measure

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Updated October 2026

Map Ruler is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Map Ruler

4.6😊(2.3K ratings)
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Easily measure distances and areas on a map by drawing routes. Features include a magnifier for precision, unit customization, and sharing options. Calculate travel time, fuel usage, and more with advanced options.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Excellent tool for calculating distances
  • πŸ‘ Very easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Accurate enough for most use cases
  • πŸ‘ Helpful for trip planning
  • πŸ‘ Simple and straight-forward
  • πŸ‘ Great for measuring walks, runs, and bike rides
  • πŸ‘ Useful for boating and kayaking
  • πŸ‘ Handy for fence and property measurements

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Crashes when trying to measure
  • πŸ› Inaccurate distance measurements
  • πŸ” Difficult to use on small screens
  • πŸ’° Too many ads, jarring user experience
  • πŸ” Inability to move map while measuring
  • πŸ” No option to change units of measurement
4.6😐(609 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily measure land, paths, and perimeters directly on a map. Drop pins to calculate distances between points and areas formed by multiple pins. Save and manage your measurements for future reference.

What We Love

  • βœ… Accurate area and distance measurements
  • πŸ†“ Free to use with useful functionality
  • πŸ“ Bulk waypoint/pin input capability
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Multiple unit display options (meters, feet, acres, sq ft)
  • πŸ’Ύ GPX export and coordinate saving
  • 🎯 Pinpoint accuracy for field measurements
  • ⚑ Quick and fast calculations
  • πŸ›°οΈ Satellite imagery integration
  • πŸ‘ Simple and intuitive once learned

Room to Improve

  • πŸ“Ί Excessive and intrusive advertisements
  • πŸ› Frequent app crashes
  • ❌ Poor user interface design and visibility
  • πŸ“– Lack of user instructions or documentation
  • πŸ”„ Settings don't persist (reverts to default units)
  • πŸ–ΌοΈ Outdated satellite imagery
  • ⚠️ Inconsistent performance and reliability
  • 🌐 Slow in poor network/phone service areas
  • 🎨 Dark interface elements hard to see
Distances Pro#3

Distances Pro by Emidio Cunha

Map Area & Distance Calculator
Worth Considering
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4.5(37 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Measure distances and calculate areas directly on a map by sketching paths with your finger. Supports both metric and imperial units, with options to export your measurements.

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Measure distances between two points outdoors using GPS. Save and share your measurements, with support for metric and imperial units. Not intended for indoor or precise small-scale measurements.

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This app accurately measures traveled distance for various activities like driving, running, or walking. It records multiple trips, estimates burned calories, and offers advanced features like background operation and GPS dead spot compensation.

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Run, walk, bike & hike routes
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Easily plan routes by simply drawing on a map with your finger. Get instant distance calculations for various activities like running, walking, or hiking. Save, import, and export routes for later use or sharing.

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Easily measure distances, perimeters, and areas on maps. Mark locations with detailed points, capture geo-referenced photos, and organize your projects. Seamlessly share and export your measurements for various planning and surveying needs.

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