Comparison

Scale vs StashIQ

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

Head to head
About

Scale

This tool simplifies scaling and unit conversions for creators. It offers a vast library of scales and units, allowing for seamless adjustments and precise calculations. Customize the interface to match your workflow and focus on your projects.

Highlights
  • Extensive database of scales and units
  • Customizable scales and units
  • Imperial and metric conversions
  • Fractional and decimal rounding
  • Conversion history
  • Customizable buttons
Features
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Build models and other scaled objects faster and more accurately with Scale-o-Tron. Model builders, architects, tabletop gamers, doll makers, train enthusiasts, sculptors, set designers, and anyone else who builds to scale can focus on their craft instead of on conversions. Features: • Convert from any scale and unit to any other scale and unit. You are not limited to converting from 1:1. • Mix scales and units in a calculation; Scale-o-Tron handles the conversions. • A large library of common scales, organized for quick access, plus your own custom scales. • Metric and imperial units, including historical units for old schematics and literature. • Fine control over numerical precision and display. Fraction rounding keeps imperial measurements practical. • Customize and save as many calculator layouts as you like, each suited to a type of project. • Adjust button and display size to your preference. Whether you build from scratch or from kits, Scale-o-Tron keeps your project accurate and lets you focus on the build. Visit the website to learn how Scale-o-Tron can help with your projects.

About

StashIQ

This app helps scale model builders and collectors catalog their kits, manage wish lists, and avoid duplicate purchases. It features a large database of kits, barcode scanning for instant identification, and price comparison tools.

Highlights
  • Catalog owned kits
  • Build want lists
  • Search 88,000+ kits
  • Barcode scanning
  • Compare retailer prices
  • Avoid duplicate purchases
Features
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StashIQ is the pocket companion for plastic scale model builders and collectors. Whether you build aircraft, armor, ships, cars, figures, or sci-fi, StashIQ helps you catalog what you own, plan what you want, and never buy a duplicate kit again. BROWSE A HUGE CATALOG Search a catalog of 88,000+ scale model kits across every major manufacturer, scale, and subject. Find the exact kit, see its details, and jump straight to retailers when you're ready to buy. SCAN TO IDENTIFY ANY KIT Point your camera at a kit's barcode and StashIQ identifies it instantly — then add it to your stash or want list in one tap. Can't find it? Share a link or add it manually, and it gets reviewed to grow the catalog for everyone. TRACK YOUR STASH Log every kit you own in one organized place. Know your collection at a glance — no more standing in a hobby shop wondering if you already have that Spitfire. BUILD A WANT LIST Keep a running wish list of the kits you're after. When you're browsing or scanning, you'll always know what's still on your list. FIND THE BEST PRICE See where to buy the kits you want and compare retailers, so you can grab the deal when it's right. MADE FOR MODELERS StashIQ was built by scale modelers who were tired of tracking their stash in spreadsheets. It's fast, focused, and designed around how hobbyists actually shop and build. SUBSCRIPTIONS StashIQ is free to start. Upgrade for higher stash and want-list limits, unlimited barcode scans, and an ad-free experience: • Collector — $0.99/month • Trader — $2.99/month • Professional — $4.99/month Prices may vary by region. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period; manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Questions or feedback? Reach us at support@iqsuite.co. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.knotsoftware.com/stashiq/privacy

Screenshots

Scale4 screens
StashIQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scale at 67% against StashIQ's 0%. Scale also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). StashIQ's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On ratings volume, update cadence 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

StashIQ is free to download; Scale costs $4.99 up front. StashIQ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Scale asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Scale holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Scale's written reviews are positive against 0% of StashIQ's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scale ships an update every 8 days, StashIQ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Scale versus StashIQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScaleStashIQ
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better1.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB53 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMizmovac, IncCHRISTOPHER BRYAN DECKER

Customer experience

Scale

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

StashIQ

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scale

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

StashIQ

Subscriptions3
  • StashIQ Collector3 Months trial$0.991 Month
  • StashIQ Trader3 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • StashIQ Professional3 Months trial$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Scale free?
Scale costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is StashIQ free?
StashIQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scale or StashIQ?
Scale is rated higher. Scale averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while StashIQ averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Scale or StashIQ have ads?
StashIQ shows ads; Scale does not.
Which is updated more often, Scale or StashIQ?
Scale ships an update every 8 days, and StashIQ fortnightly. Most recently, Scale was updated on October 24, 2026 and StashIQ on October 8, 2026.

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