U vs AB Level and Measure Tool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
U
This professional tool allows construction professionals to precisely measure 3D terrain and hardscape elements. It captures X, Y, and Z coordinates, calculates slope percentages, and displays elevation above sea level. Users can save, email, or upload survey data directly into CAD software for accurate job bidding.
- 3D X,Y,Z measurement plotting
- Save, email, and upload survey data
- Direct CAD integration
- Calculate % of slope
- Feet above sea level elevation
- Photos with data
- Compass functionality
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U-Level 3D Terrain Mapping and Hardscape Leveling System The only Precision Construction Altimeter on the market that allows you to plot or survey true 3D X,Y, and Z measurements then save, email, or upload directly into CAD. Seamlessly load your surveys into Uvision. The ultimate instrument for bidding jobs. Figures % of Slope, Engineering Scale- Feet above sea level, includes photos with data, and compass. Designed for the true professional specifically for the Hardscape Industry by Hardscape Pros!
AB Level and Measure Tool
Measure vertical, horizontal, and slope distances between two points by tapping on your screen. Get instant results for grade rods, height differences, horizontal runs, rise per foot, and total distance with precise measurements.
- Measure vertical grade rods
- Calculate height differences
- Determine horizontal runs
- Show rise per foot
- Measure distance between points
- Precise measurements to 1/16"
- Virtual water table adjustment
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Tap screen for point A and point B. Instant results for: -- Vertical : - A and B grade rods down to 1/4" - Black and white window for the difference in height from point A to point B - Raise the virtual water table by tapping the A rod. - Hand interaction for marking grade on real world surfaces. -- Horizontal: - Blue and white window for the horizontal run from the two points - Blue level bar represents the length in the scene -- Slope: - Green and black window for the rise per foot - Green bar shows "plumb" and the fall at one foot -- Length: - Yellow window and bar for the distance from A to B - Measurements to the 1/16"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: U at 5.0 against AB Level and Measure Tool's 3.0. U also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). AB Level and Measure Tool's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
U holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
U ships an update every 2 months, AB Level and Measure Tool every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | U | AB Level and Measure Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mike East | David King |
Customer experience
U
AB Level and Measure Tool
In-app purchases
U
No in-app purchases
AB Level and Measure Tool
No in-app purchases
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