# Scala Architectural Scale vs Panel Planner

The clearest difference is price: Scala Architectural Scale at Free against Panel Planner's $0.99. Scala Architectural Scale also leads on ratings volume (24 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). Panel Planner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On ads there is nothing between them.

Scala Architectural Scale is free to download; Panel Planner costs $0.99 up front. Scala Architectural Scale sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Panel Planner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Panel Planner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scala Architectural Scale has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scala Architectural Scale | Panel Planner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scala-architectural-scale/id1090018333/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panel-planner/id6777541153/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 1 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Noerah Alvi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1088349320) | [Jeremy Goldschmidt](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777541155) |

## What reviewers say

### Scala Architectural Scale

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scala-architectural-scale/id1090018333)

This app allows users to measure printed architectural and engineering drawings directly on their device. It supports both known and unknown scales, offering fixed and variable scale options for precise measurements. Users can also select secondary units for quick conversions.

**Highlights:** Fixed and variable scale measurement, Supports unknown drawing scales, Secondary unit conversions (metric, decimal feet, feet/inches), Adjustable measurement precision, Extensive scale options for architectural, engineering, and metric drawings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scala Full Version | $2.99 | one-time |


### Panel Planner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panel-planner/id6777541153)

Simulate and manage your home's electrical panel. Map circuits, track live loads, and plan new installations with realistic visualizations. Designed for clarity and privacy, it stores all data locally.

**Highlights:** Build custom electrical panels, Add and simulate device loads, Live current load calculations, Color-coded safety status indicators, Save up to 10 panel configurations, Offline and private data storage

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scala Architectural Scale free?

Scala Architectural Scale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Panel Planner free?

Panel Planner costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Scala Architectural Scale or Panel Planner?

Panel Planner is rated higher. Scala Architectural Scale averages 4.6 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Panel Planner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scala Architectural Scale or Panel Planner have ads?

Neither Scala Architectural Scale nor Panel Planner shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*