Tree Height Meter
Clinometer & Height Estimator
About
Estimate the height of trees, poles, and buildings using your phone's camera and trigonometry. Offers two measurement methods and can also calculate distance and area. Useful for professionals and curious individuals alike.
What's New in Tree Height Meter
1.0.17
September 24, 2026
Height readings fixed: aiming the back of the phone up at a treetop could show a negative angle and a negative height. Looking up now reads positive and looking down negative, and a horizon zero you already set carries over. Clearer aiming tips, a light tap when a sighting is captured, and new tab icons.
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FAQ
How does Tree Height Meter estimate height?
Tree Height Meter uses your phone's built-in clinometer to measure elevation angles. By combining these angles with a known horizontal distance to the object, the app applies trigonometry to estimate its height.
What are the two measurement methods in Tree Height Meter?
The 'Two-point method' involves sighting both the top and base of the target from one spot and entering the horizontal distance. The 'Eye-height method' is faster for flat ground, where you sight only the top and add your own eye height.
Can Tree Height Meter measure things other than trees?
Yes, Tree Height Meter can estimate the height of utility poles, flagpoles, and buildings. It can also be used to calculate distance to an object and estimate the area of plots.
What factors affect the accuracy of Tree Height Meter?
Accuracy depends on several factors: a correctly measured horizontal distance, a steady phone during measurement, and a clear line of sight to the object's top and base. Zeroing on a level horizon first is also important.
Does Tree Height Meter have ads?
Yes, Tree Height Meter contains advertisements. As a free utility app, it relies on ads to support its development and availability.
What units can Tree Height Meter display measurements in?
You can choose to display estimated heights in either meters or feet, depending on your preference and regional standards.
Can I export my measurements from Tree Height Meter?
Yes, all saved height measurements are stored in your history. You can export this data as a CSV file or build a summary report for further analysis.
What is the age rating for Tree Height Meter?
Tree Height Meter has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the complexity of some of its features or its target audience, rather than explicit content.
