Comparison

Augmented Reality Tape Measure vs Handy Tools

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

Head to head
About

Augmented Reality Tape Measure

This utility app uses augmented reality to measure objects and distances in your environment. It offers both metric and imperial units, with adjustable text size for easy reading and a simple interface. Capture and share photos or videos of your measurements.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality measurements
  • Metric and imperial units
  • Adjustable text size
  • Simple user interface
  • Photo and video sharing
  • Built-in flashlight
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Measure Anything in Augmented reality! • Universal : Use metric or imperial measurements • Clear lines : The longer the measure, the thicker the line • Easy reading : The text's size adapts to your distance and phone orientation • Super simple : The user interface is made of big buttons for ease of use and reduced to the strict minimum • Easy sharing and showing : Take photos and videos of your measurements + send directly from the app • Always ready with the Built-in Flashlight for when it's dark.

About

Handy Tools

Features
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One app. Seven tools. Zero guesswork. Handy Tools puts a complete jobsite toolkit on your Home Screen — from metal detection to sound analysis, precise levelling to GPS compass. Every measurement is saved automatically and can be exported in seconds. WHAT'S INSIDE 1. Metal Scanner Your phone's magnetometer picks up ferrous metals — nails, screws, steel studs, rebar — hidden behind drywall, plaster, or tile. A live micro-tesla gauge and adjustable sensitivity threshold give you full control over detection. Calibrate once, scan with confidence. 2. Spirit Level Lay your device on any surface and read the tilt instantly. The bubble indicator responds in real time, accurate to a tenth of a degree. Works in both landscape and portrait orientation — ideal for shelves, countertops, and appliance installs. 3. Sound Meter A real-time decibel display that tracks current, minimum, and peak noise. Five colour-coded bands — from Silent to Harmful — make it easy to evaluate workshop noise, check room acoustics, or document sound conditions on a jobsite. 4. Compass Calibrated through Core Location, so it reads exactly like the built-in iOS compass. Shows magnetic or true heading, cardinal direction, plus your latitude and longitude for site orientation and outdoor layout work. 5. Ruler Place small parts on the screen and measure directly — toggle between centimetres and inches without reaching for a tape. 6. Protractor Touch to set an angle, then lock the reading. Handy for mitre cuts, trim work, and verifying corner angles during framing. 7. Flashlight Instant torch for crawl spaces, attics, panel boxes, and anywhere else the overhead light doesn't reach. SAVE & EXPORT Tap the bookmark icon on any tool screen to store a reading. All saved measurements live in the History tab where you can: - Filter by tool type - Swipe to remove individual entries - Clear everything at once - Export a timestamped CSV — complete with device info — and share it via email, AirDrop, or any file app HOME SCREEN WIDGET Add a small or medium widget to see your most recent measurement without launching the app — useful for repeated checks during a project. BUILT FOR REAL WORK - Works offline — no account, no internet required - Dark interface — easy on the eyes in dim spaces - Lightweight — under 30 MB, launches instantly - Privacy-first — all data stays on your device GO PREMIUM Remove ads and unlock every tool without limits. Pick the plan that works for you — weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-year, annual, or pay once and keep it forever. Cancel any time, no questions asked. SENSOR NOTE Metal detection relies on the iPhone magnetometer and responds only to iron-based (ferrous) metals. Aluminium, copper, and brass will not register. Wall thickness, phone case material, and nearby electronics can affect readings. For best accuracy, remove protective cases before scanning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lrez5JbVuwOdMWoS4Oc98xDR7oXa_Nt1qc6tsDQjpQs/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Augmented Reality Tape Measure4 screens
Handy Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Augmented Reality Tape Measure at 11.3 against Handy Tools's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Augmented Reality Tape Measure sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Handy Tools sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Augmented Reality Tape Measure ships an update every 5 months, Handy Tools every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Augmented Reality Tape Measure versus Handy Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAugmented Reality Tape MeasureHandy Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUbicolor LtdHanna Freitag

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Augmented Reality Tape Measure

One-time1
  • Premium Tools$2.99
2 purchases

Handy Tools

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Augmented Reality Tape Measure free?
Augmented Reality Tape Measure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Handy Tools free?
Handy Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Augmented Reality Tape Measure or Handy Tools have ads?
Neither Augmented Reality Tape Measure nor Handy Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Augmented Reality Tape Measure or Handy Tools?
Augmented Reality Tape Measure ships an update every 5 months, and Handy Tools every 7 months. Most recently, Augmented Reality Tape Measure was updated on October 25, 2026 and Handy Tools on October 25, 2026.

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