Comparison

Scriptable vs PixelsMeasure

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

Head to head
About

Scriptable

Automate tasks on your device by writing custom scripts in JavaScript. Integrate with native iOS features like files, calendars, and reminders. Create personalized widgets for your Home Screen and interact with Siri.

Highlights
  • Write and run JavaScript
  • Create custom widgets
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Access native iOS features
  • Schedule notifications
  • File management
  • Script gallery
Features
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Scriptable is an automation tool that enables you to write scripts that integrates with native features of iOS such as files, calendars, reminders, documents and much more. An extensive support for widgets enables you to write your own widgets using JavaScript and run the scripts on your Home Screen. Your widgets can show any data and be customised to look just the way you want. With Siri Shortcuts you can present images, tables and more in Siri as well as making Siri read out loud a text when you run a script from a Siri Shortcut. There's a growing gallery of scripts to get you started with Scriptable. Here’s a few examples of scripts you can create: - Ask Siri whether a web service is down. - Create a widget that shows data from your weather station. - Postpone the next event in your calendar half an hour. - Check what is currently on TV. - Manage a list of movies you would like to watch. - Upload files to an image optimizer and store a URL to the optimized image. - Receive a notification with the weather report every morning. - Create todos with prefilled data in your favorite todo app using URL schemes. Features include: - Write and run JavaScript. - Auto complete of variable names, functions, keywords and properties as you type. - Access lots of native iOS features from your JavaScript code, including managing files, calendars, reminders, contacts, photos, location, pasteboard, web views and more. - Create your own widgets. Your scripts run on the Home Screen without needing to open the app. - Siri Shortcuts enabling you to present images, tables, websites, HTML and more in Siri as well as making Siri read out loud a text. - Support for input and output parameters in Siri Shortcuts. - Easily schedule rich notifications to run your scripts periodically. - Work with files and directories from third party apps using File Bookmarks. - Synchronise scripts to all of your devices using iCloud Drive. - Scripts are stored as plain JavaScript files and can be browsed using the Files app. - Assign one of over 800 glyphs and a color to a script to easily identify it in your directory of scripts. - Run scripts directly on your Lock Screen and Home Screen using widgets. - Run a script by 3D touching the app icon. - Run a script from a share sheet and process the inputs. - Schedule notifications and run a script directly from a notification. - URL schemes enabling you to run scripts from other apps. - Support for x-callback-url enabling advanced integration with other apps that support x-callback-url. - Export and share scripts. - Example scripts helping you get started creating your own scripts. - Extensive documentation for all the native APIs you can use in your scripts. Available offline in the app and online on docs.scriptable.app. - View the documentation in a separate window on iPad. - Support for dark mode. - Customise the editor to your liking.

About

PixelsMeasure

This tool offers precise on-screen measurements for design and analysis. It features distance and object measurement, alignment tools, and screenshot capture for efficient workflow. A free trial is available, with options for basic free features or a lifetime purchase.

Highlights
  • Distance Measurement
  • Object Measurement
  • Cross Mode Alignment
  • Tolerance Mode
  • Screenshot Capture
  • Pin Dimensions
  • Undo/Redo Functionality
Features
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PixelsMeasure: The Ultimate On-Screen Measurement Tool Unlock unparalleled precision with PixelsMeasure, designed to measure anything on your screen. Offering unmatched speed and efficiency, PixelsMeasure equips you with advanced tools to effortlessly and accurately measure any screen element. Key Features and Functionalities: • Distance Measurement (Free): Quickly determine the distance between on-screen elements, essential for precision in design and analysis. • Object Measurement: Simply drag to automatically identify object boundaries, capturing dimensions with ease and accuracy. • Cross Mode: Instantly align all screen objects while displaying your current cursor position for enhanced precision. • Tolerance Mode: Fine-tune measurement tolerance to suit your needs, ensuring accuracy even with shadows or low-contrast elements. • Screenshot Capture: Seamlessly capture and share screenshots using system tools, simplifying teamwork and documentation. • Global Accessibility: PixelsMeasure supports multiple languages, catering to users worldwide and enhancing usability. • Pin Dimensions: Keep dimensions visible on-screen for easy reference during complex tasks. • User-Friendly Editing: Easily undo and redo measurements, maintaining flexibility and control over your projects. Special Offer: Limited-Time Free Trial and Exclusive Discounts Embark on your precision journey with a full-featured free trial of PixelsMeasure for 1 to 2 weeks. Experience the app’s powerful capabilities at no cost and witness transformative efficiency in your workflow. Upgrade Options – Unlock More Value: • Basic Measurement (Free): Start with essential measurement features and discover the comprehensive power of PixelsMeasure. • Lifetime Purchase Support: Maximize your investment with our lifetime purchase option—enjoy perpetual access to all premium features with a single payment, eliminating recurring costs. • Limited-Time 50% Discount: Act now to take advantage of an exclusive 50% discount on our lifetime purchase option. This compelling offer provides substantial savings and uninterrupted access to unmatched measurement tools. Seize this opportunity to elevate your measurement experience with PixelsMeasure! Empower your visual workspace with unparalleled precision and efficiency through these exceptional upgrade offers. Terms of Service: https://pixelsmeasure.com/#/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://pixelsmeasure.com/#/privacy

Screenshots

Scriptable4 screens
PixelsMeasure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scriptable at 69% against PixelsMeasure's 25%. Scriptable also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Scriptable sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and PixelsMeasure sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scriptable holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scriptable has 3.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Scriptable's written reviews are positive against 25% of PixelsMeasure's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scriptable ships an update every 4 days, PixelsMeasure fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Scriptable versus PixelsMeasure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScriptablePixelsMeasure
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.8K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3.8K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#14 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB23 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSimon B. Støvring东东 张

Customer experience

Scriptable

All ratings3,819 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews529 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral8.9%
Negative21.9%

PixelsMeasure

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

Scriptable

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Scripts say need '(' at end when already there
  • Reminders scheduling crashes when changing date/time
  • Reminders Due Today has variable scope issues
  • setInterval is not set
  • Accessing Contacts and ContactsContainer causes blank widget

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add HTML support
  • Add Apple Watch support
  • Improve documentation with examples
  • Add ability to access files from other apps
  • Add ability to require other scripts
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  • Integrate with GitHub/repository managers

PixelsMeasure

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Scriptable

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
4 purchases

PixelsMeasure

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly14 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$39.99

Questions

Is Scriptable free?
Scriptable is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PixelsMeasure free?
PixelsMeasure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scriptable or PixelsMeasure?
Scriptable is rated higher. Scriptable averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while PixelsMeasure averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Scriptable or PixelsMeasure have ads?
Neither Scriptable nor PixelsMeasure shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scriptable or PixelsMeasure?
Scriptable ships an update every 4 days, and PixelsMeasure fortnightly. Most recently, Scriptable was updated on September 25, 2026 and PixelsMeasure on September 26, 2026.

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