WetRuler vs Fishbook Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WetRuler
This augmented reality application measures and weighs fish using your device's camera. Simply place your catch on a surface, select the fish type, and the app will estimate its length and approximate weight. It also records a photo of your catch with the measurements displayed.
- AR measurement grid
- Fish type selection
- Approximate weight and length calculation
- Records catch photos with data
- Works in water for catch and release
- Supports large fish up to 10 feet
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WetRuler is an AR app that measures and weighs your fish all without rulers or scales. Select the type of fish that you've caught from a list of common ones caught in Alaska. Place the fish on a horizontal surface and a AR screen grid will appear. Choose the the head to tail length and algorithms will generate length and approximate weight. --most common Alaskan fish included --records weight in pounds and length in inches --you don't have to touch the fish! --able to weigh halibut up to 10 feet in length! --records photo of your catch with weight and length displayed --works well in water for catch and release
Fishbook Pro
Identify, measure, and log your fish catches using AI and augmented reality. This app provides a digital logbook for your fishing trips, even working offline.
- AI fish identification
- AR fish measurement
- Catch history and notes
- Offline functionality
- Digital fishing logbook
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The Ultimate Tool for Every Angler Fishbook Pro transforms your fishing experience with cutting-edge technology designed for convenience, accuracy, and fun. Whether you're a weekend hobbyist or a seasoned pro, this all-in-one app helps you identify, measure, and log your catches with ease. Features: Instant AI Fish ID: Snap a photo and let powerful AI recognize the species in seconds. AR Fish Measurement: Use your phone’s camera and our advanced AR tech to measure your catch on the spot – no tape measure needed. Catch History & Notes: Save each catch with a photo, measurements, location, and your personal notes. Build your own digital fishing logbook. Offline Friendly: Identification and logging still work even when you're out of signal range. Built by anglers for anglers, Fishbook Pro makes your fishing trips smarter and more memorable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Fishbook Pro at every 12 months against WetRuler's every 43 months. Fishbook Pro also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for WetRuler against 5.0 for Fishbook Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fishbook Pro has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
WetRuler ships an update every 43 months, Fishbook Pro every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WetRuler | Fishbook Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 43 months | Every 12 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robert Werner | Lucas Golden |
Customer experience
WetRuler
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In-app purchases
WetRuler
No in-app purchases
Fishbook Pro
No in-app purchases
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