Comparison

Rebar Calc vs QuantifyAR

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

Head to head
About

Rebar Calc

This app simplifies concrete and rebar calculations for construction projects. It helps estimate rebar tonnage, mesh quantities, and concrete volume, and can even provide quotes for materials.

Highlights
  • Rebar tonnage calculation
  • Sheet and roll mesh estimation
  • Concrete volume estimator
  • Material quote generation
  • Adjustable lap amount
  • Configurable rebar/mesh size
Features
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Rebar Calc is your all-in-one solution for rebar and concrete calculations. Whether you need to determine the tons and linear feet of rebar, sheets of sheet mesh, or rolls of roll mesh required for your concrete project, Rebar Calc has you covered. Tailor your calculations by configuring the necessary lap amount, and selecting the size of rebar, sheet mesh, or roll mesh to suit your specific needs. Rebar Calc also features a fast and easy concrete volume estimator in cubic yards. Quickly figure out how many bags of grout, fast-setting concrete, and other materials you'll need for slabs or concrete cores. Plus, with just a tap, you can get a quote on rebar, mesh, and other concrete supplies. Simplify your construction planning with Rebar Calc, the essential tool for every concrete job. These calculations are for estimating purposes only. All final figures should be verified by a professional before quoting, purchasing, or installing materials.

About

QuantifyAR

This app allows users to create project quantity takeoffs and estimates by measuring from scale drawings, aerial photos, or using augmented reality on-site. It supports various project types and enables the application of customizable cost rules to calculate material needs and project expenses.

Highlights
  • Measure length, area, volume, weight, and count
  • Import drawings and aerial photos
  • Apply customizable cost rules
  • Augmented reality on-site measurements
  • Create quantity takeoffs for any project type
  • Share project estimates
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Create and organize your Project QTOs and estimates with ease using this one-of-a-kind app! QuantifyAR has the unique ability to measure accurately from scale drawings and aerial photos. Import a drawing, set the scale, and start measuring! Take it a step further by applying customizable cost rules to get a complete estimate of costs and materials required to complete your project! Measure length, width, height, area, volume, weight and count from drawings, aerials, or on site using augmented reality (AR). Note that the free version has a limit on the number of projects and quantities that can be saved. Create quantity takeoffs and estimates for ANY type of project: - gravel, soil, mulch, and bulk landscape material volumes - siding, paint, tile, carpet floor and wall areas - lumber and framing materials - concrete and foundation volumes - cable or pipe run length - doors and window count - plumbing fixture count - furniture count - roofing material area - fencing length, area, and material list Once you have created your takeoff, you can create an unlimited number of cost rules to answer questions such as: How many truckloads of gravel? How many gallons of paint? How many boxes of siding? How many boxes of floor tile? How many 8ft 2x4 studs? How many rolls of carpet? How much rebar for my slab? How many fence boards and posts? And most importantly...How much will it COST? Share your project takeoff and estimate with your team members or customers with the touch of a button. If you are a contractor, builder, interior designer, estimator, or DIY-er, you need to download QuantifyAR now and experience an all new way to calculate your material list and create your quotes. Devices with LiDAR capabilities are not required but may benefit by having a faster and more accurate measuring experience.

Screenshots

Rebar Calc4 screens
QuantifyAR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Rebar Calc at 4.9 against QuantifyAR's 2.8. Rebar Calc also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (634 vs 5). QuantifyAR's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price 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

Both are free to download. QuantifyAR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rebar Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rebar Calc holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rebar Calc has 634 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Rebar Calc's written reviews are positive against 50% of QuantifyAR's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Rebar Calc versus QuantifyAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRebar CalcQuantifyAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (634 ratings) — better2.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings634 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppco LLC (USA)MindSight Studios Inc.

Customer experience

Rebar Calc

All ratings634 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

QuantifyAR

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Rebar Calc

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

QuantifyAR

One-time1
  • QuantifyAR Unlimited$5.99

Questions

Is Rebar Calc free?
Rebar Calc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QuantifyAR free?
QuantifyAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rebar Calc or QuantifyAR?
Rebar Calc is rated higher. Rebar Calc averages 4.9 out of 5 from 634 ratings, while QuantifyAR averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Rebar Calc or QuantifyAR have ads?
Rebar Calc shows ads; QuantifyAR does not.

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