Comparison

Fraction Calculator vs Best Construction Calculator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Fraction Calculator

This tool converts between decimals and fractions, and also handles unit conversions for construction and metric measurements. It offers an intuitive interface for calculations and editing, with advanced features available through upgrades.

Highlights
  • Decimal to fraction conversion
  • Fraction to decimal conversion
  • Unit conversion (feet, inches, metric)
  • Simultaneous equation and result display
  • Advanced editing capabilities
  • Today Screen integration
Features
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Fraction Calculator for feet, inches and fractions: a feet and inches calculator, a decimal to fraction converter and a unit converter in one app for iPhone and iPad. Work the way you measure. Type feet, inches and fractions of an inch together, like 5' 3 3/8", and get the answer as a fraction to the resolution you choose, from 1/2" down to 1/64". The equation and the result stay on screen together, and you can step back into the equation to change any part of it. FEET AND INCHES CALCULATOR • Calculate with feet, inches and inch fractions without converting by hand • Answers rounded to the fraction you work in: 1/2", 1/4", 1/8", 1/16", 1/32" or 1/64" • Whole numbers and fractions together, the way a tape measure reads DECIMAL TO FRACTION AND FRACTION TO DECIMAL • Turn a decimal into the nearest fraction, or a fraction into a decimal • Decimal inches to fractions, and decimal feet to feet and inches UNIT CONVERTER • Convert between feet-inch-fractions, inch fractions, miles, yards, decimal feet, decimal inches and metric: km, m, cm and mm • Inches to mm, cm to inches, feet to inches, yards to feet, and mm to inches as a fraction MADE FOR THE JOB • A measurement calculator for construction, carpentry, woodworking and DIY • Students can use it to check fraction homework • Themes to choose from • Layouts for iPhone, iPad and iPhone Duo Fraction Calculator is free to use with ads. A subscription removes the ads and unlocks the themes. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Best Construction Calculator

This tool simplifies complex construction calculations with specialized functions for fractions, feet-and-inch measurements, concrete volume, and stair dimensions. It offers offline functionality and precise results for on-site use.

Highlights
  • Fraction and feet-inch math
  • Concrete volume calculation
  • Staircase dimension calculator
  • Unit conversion
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Construction Calculator is a fast, offline-first calculator built specifically for the jobsite — no more converting fractions in your head or guessing at concrete yardage. FRACTION & FEET-INCH MATH Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and feet-and-inch measurements directly, with results rounded to the nearest 1/16 of an inch — the precision framers and finish carpenters actually need. CONCRETE CALCULATOR Enter your slab, footing, or column dimensions and get the concrete volume you need to order, without pulling out a separate reference chart. STAIRS CALCULATOR Work out rise, run, and stringer measurements for a code-compliant staircase in seconds. UNIT CONVERTER Convert between millimeters, inches (as feet-and-inches fractions to the nearest 1/16"), and hundredths-of-a-foot (engineering feet) with a guided, tap-based flow — enter a value, pick your target unit, and get your answer instantly. Built for contractors, framers, concrete crews, and anyone who needs precise, practical measurements on-site — no internet connection required.

Screenshots

Fraction Calculator4 screens
Best Construction Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Fraction Calculator at Free against Best Construction Calculator's $0.99. Fraction Calculator also leads on ratings volume (175 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.2). Best Construction Calculator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Fraction Calculator is free to download; Best Construction Calculator costs $0.99 up front. Fraction Calculator sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Best Construction Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Best Construction Calculator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fraction Calculator has 175 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Fraction Calculator versus Best Construction Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFraction CalculatorBest Construction Calculator
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (175 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings175 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperxNeat.comalejandro alvarez

Bugs and requests

Fraction Calculator

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes on opening (iPad)
  • Crashes when using plus buttons (iPad)
  • Syntax errors during fraction calculations
  • App closes immediately upon opening
  • Unwanted decimal points in fraction results
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  • Duplicate app installations that won't delete
  • Tutorial buttons not functioning properly
  • Unresponsive UI elements

Requested features

7 requests
  • Save calculations for later use
  • Support for sixths and twelfths (for typography/design)
  • Reorganizable or customizable unit lists
  • Full fraction support on Apple Watch
  • Free trial period before requiring subscription
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  • Ability to disable unused units to reduce scrolling
  • Integration into main Calculator+ app instead of separate app

Best Construction Calculator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Fraction Calculator

Subscriptions2
  • Fraction Calculator3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Fraction Calculator7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • Fraction Calculator Pro$0.99
  • Fraction Calculator$3.99
  • Fraction Calculator Plus$4.99
None

Best Construction Calculator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fraction Calculator free?
Fraction Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Best Construction Calculator free?
Best Construction Calculator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fraction Calculator or Best Construction Calculator?
Best Construction Calculator is rated higher. Fraction Calculator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while Best Construction Calculator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Fraction Calculator or Best Construction Calculator have ads?
Neither Fraction Calculator nor Best Construction Calculator shows ads.

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