# ARuler vs Measuring Tape +ㅤ

The clearest difference is rating: Measuring Tape +ㅤ at 4.8 against ARuler's 1.0. Measuring Tape +ㅤ also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). ARuler's advantage is monetization model (free vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ARuler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Measuring Tape +ㅤ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Measuring Tape +ㅤ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measuring Tape +ㅤ has 5.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ARuler ships an update every 3 months, Measuring Tape +ㅤ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 2, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ARuler | Measuring Tape +ㅤ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aruler/id1290158408/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-plus/id1620141081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5.1K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 47 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [思远 伍](https://appshunter.io/developer/1128300278) | [Rocket Apps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566586717) |

## What reviewers say

### ARuler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aruler/id1290158408)

This utility app provides a convenient measuring tool directly on your smartphone. It allows for accurate measurements of objects without any extra hardware, and you can save and share your results.

**Highlights:** Accurate measurements, No additional hardware required, Save measurements, Share measurements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version | $0.99 | one-time |


### Measuring Tape +ㅤ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-plus/id1620141081)

Measure objects and spaces using your device's camera with augmented reality. This app offers tools for measuring lengths, heights, areas, and creating floor plans. Save and share your measurements for various projects.

**Highlights:** AR Tape Measure, Area Measurement, Floor Plan Creation, Height Measurement, Ruler Tool, Level Tool, Save & Export Measurements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rocket Apps PRO Weekly Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Measuring Tape PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| Rocket Apps PRO Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps PRO Offer | $39.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate measurements
- 💡 Convenient for home projects
- ✨ Helpful for real estate professionals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall locks core functionality
- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy
- 📱 Compatibility issues on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working in measurement mode
- Inability to delete or edit saved measurements
- Unexpected charges after free trial period

**Requested features**

- Add free version with limited features
- Improve calibration and measurement accuracy
- Provide more guidance and instructions for new users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ARuler free?

ARuler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Measuring Tape +ㅤ free?

Measuring Tape +ㅤ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ARuler or Measuring Tape +ㅤ?

Measuring Tape +ㅤ is rated higher. ARuler averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Measuring Tape +ㅤ averages 4.8 from 5.1K ratings.

### Do ARuler or Measuring Tape +ㅤ have ads?

Measuring Tape +ㅤ shows ads; ARuler does not.

### Which is updated more often, ARuler or Measuring Tape +ㅤ?

ARuler ships an update every 3 months, and Measuring Tape +ㅤ every 3 weeks. Most recently, ARuler was updated on July 2, 2026 and Measuring Tape +ㅤ on September 28, 2026.

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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.*