# Retaining Walls App

> Residential retaining wall project estimating and design tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Allan Block.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retaining-walls-app/id524171239 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Allan Block](https://appshunter.io/developer/524171242)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.50/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2012-05-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retaining-walls-app/id524171239/reviews.md

## What is Retaining Walls App?

Description:

This estimating tool guides you through a simple step-by step process to estimate your residential retaining wall project. 
 
Use the simple screens to enter information about your project for height, length, soil type and then choose a condition that represents your yard. As an option you can enter in exact X, Y and Z coordinates of your wall to adjust the projects location and height information for more exact estimates.  Entering in this basic information will give you a rough estimate of the blocks you will need in an easy to read format.  
 
Want a more in depth estimate? Submit your project to the Allan Block Design Center and receive a Free estimate that includes cross sections, block and material estimates quantities.  In addition, you will also receive a customized list of recommended dealers so you can get started right away on your landscape transformation.
 
A photo gallery is included so you can browse through the applications for project ideas, looks and styles of the Allan Block Retaining Wall products from projects all over the world.  
 
This AB Walls Estimator and Project Portfolio include the following features: 
  • Bird’s eye and front views of your wall
  • Coordinate locations can be entered (X, Y and Z)
  • Customizable not only length, but top and bottom of wall locations
  • Details/cross sections of your wall design
  • Block estimates for each of the locally available Allan Block Collections
  • Photo/project gallery 
  • Links to additional information: videos, installation instructions, and more from our website, allanblock.com
  • List of recommended local Allan Block Dealers.
  • Works on iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Windows and Mac computers

## Key features

- Step-by-step project estimation
- Block quantity calculation
- Optional coordinate input for accuracy
- Free in-depth estimate submission
- Photo gallery for project ideas
- Dealer locator

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retaining-walls-app/id524171239/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2025-06-27, version 2.8.11*

Supposed to be able to draw plans and estimate blocks required.   Buttons referred to in the instructions don’t exist in the app.   Looks like a partially completed and abandoned app.

### 1/5 — Crashes a lot

*2023-08-13, version 2.8.11*

I like the idea, but app keeps crashing

### 1/5 — Don’t bother

*2022-07-11, version 2.8.11*

Couldn’t be more useless.

### 1/5 — use graph paper. It’s easier

*2021-02-20, version 2.8.11*

Good product, horribly designed app.

### 1/5 — Yep. Worthless App

*2020-04-29, version 2.8.11*

This app is horrible. Like a video game where you can’t figure out what the hell to do.

### 1/5 — Really bad

*2020-04-16, version 2.8.11*

Bad just bad

### 1/5 — Allan block app

*2020-02-20, version 2.8.11*

Very bad, couldn’t get it to work at all, it kept cutting off.

### 1/5 — doesn’t work at all

*2019-08-15, version 2.8.11*

The estimating tool is completely non-functional. I was excited about this as it would be very useful and time saving but downloading it was a waste and makes me question the quality of the products from this company.

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2019-06-26, version 2.8.11*

This app is horrible! I can do this with a pen and paper, what a joke!!!

### 1/5 — Waist of time

*2019-01-30, version 2.8.7*

This app is simply and utterly a waist of time and effort. Don’t bother, you’ll find more success, accuracy and inside ask a psychic for specs

## Frequently asked questions about Retaining Walls App

### What does the Retaining Walls App do?

This app helps you estimate residential retaining wall projects. It guides you through a simple process to enter project details like height, length, and soil type to calculate the estimated number of blocks needed. You can also submit your project for a free, more in-depth estimate.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include a step-by-step estimation process, block quantity calculations, optional coordinate input for precise measurements, a photo gallery for inspiration, and a list of recommended local dealers. It also provides links to installation instructions and videos.

### Is the app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use for basic estimation. Submitting your project for a detailed estimate from the Allan Block Design Center is also free. There are no in-app purchases or ads mentioned.

### What devices is the Retaining Walls App compatible with?

The app is designed to work on a variety of devices, including iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Windows computers, and Mac computers.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for homeowners planning a DIY retaining wall project or anyone looking to get a preliminary estimate for a professional landscaping job. It's also useful for visualizing different design options through its project gallery.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.11 — 2019-06-12

Metric conversion was corrected to be more accurate.

### 2.8.10 — 2019-06-07

Updated the metric calculations that determine block quantities.

### 2.8.9 — 2019-05-29

English Units to Metric Units bug fixes.

### 2.8.8 — 2019-05-16

Updated how that app calculates caps in Europe.

### 2.8.7 — 2018-05-10

We have added a new feature that allows users to receive a Ruby script file that creates a 3D model when used with our Allan Block extension in SketchUp.

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