Comparison

Ruler, Measuring Tape vs ShowRemote

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

Head to head
About

Ruler, Measuring Tape

This app turns your device into a versatile ruler and tape measure using advanced AR technology. It offers precise measurements for objects, rooms, and complex shapes, along with unit conversion and a history log. Ideal for professionals and everyday users needing accurate measurements.

Highlights
  • AR ruler and tape measure
  • Length and distance measurement
  • Unit converter (mm, inches, cm)
  • Rectangle, cube, circle, cylinder measurements
  • Polylines for complex shapes
  • Angle measurement
  • Measurement history
Features
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Ruler, Measuring Tape - AR App transforms your device into a super handy ruler and tape measure — ideal for professionals, creators, and everyday problem solvers! Since 2019, Ruler, Measuring Tape - AR App has been trusted by over 1.5M users worldwide, this app combines advanced AR technology with a wide range of measurement tools to ensure accurate results in any situation — all with a simple tap on your screen. Key feature: -Full-size customizable ruler always accessible on the home screen for quick measurements of small objects -Length measurement to easily measure objects, rooms, or your entire home -Distance measurement to evaluate space across different surfaces in just a few taps -Unit converter (mm to inches, centimeters to inches) -Measure in straight line, horizontal line, vertical line -Rectangle and 3D volume cube measurements -Polylines for complex shapes and paths -Circle and cylinder measurement -Angle measurement for precise work -Line and trajectory tracking -Height measurement for objects and people -Measurement history to keep track of all the activity Always 100% precise — the ruler automatically adjusts to your device’s size and resolution for maximum accuracy. Try the full-size, fully customizable ruler! It can be calibrated, comes in various sizes and colors, and is always ready whenever you need to measure something small and precise. Note: Augmented Reality features require ARKit with an A9 processor or later (iPhone 6S or newer). --- Privacy Policy: https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/iOS-Ruler-Measuring-Tape-AR-App-Privacy-Policy-225cf6557a088076bb82fe374bccca0b Terms & Conditions: https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/iOS-Ruler-Measuring-Tape-AR-App-Terms-Conditions-225cf6557a08806c9287c5d252597313?source=copy_link If you have any questions or feedbacks, please contact us at ruler.measure.info@gmail.com --- Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: -Length: weekly or yearly -Free trial: only on selected subscriptions -Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase -You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase -Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period -The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period -When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded -Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription

About

ShowRemote

Features
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ShowRemote: Console, QLab & Lighting Control At Alpha Shows, we tour full-scale theatrical productions all over Australia. Every show relies on QLab, Lightkey and Yamaha consoles, and over the years we’ve always wished there was a simple way to control them from an iPhone or Apple Watch while walking the venue. We couldn’t find an app that did exactly what we needed, so we built one! About the App: Walk the room while you mix the show. ShowRemote gives you control of your Yamaha console, QLab and Lightkey from your iPhone and Apple Watch. Check levels from the back of the house, fire the next cue from across the stage, or trigger a lighting look without running back to the control desk. Console * Live fader control for any TF-series mixing console, with smooth, natural response that matches the console. Fine adjustment around unity, with a wider sweep toward -∞ * Technically should work with other Yamaha consoles as well but we haven't tested it * See level changes in real time, including adjustments made on the physical console * Reorder channels so the ones you use most are always at the top QLab * Browse your full cue list (in QLab on a Mac, not just on the phone) with collapsible groups, just like in QLab * Select any cue, then press GO, or step through cues with Next and Previous • Stop button to 'panic' (gracefully fade) * The selected cue stays in sync with QLab, even when it’s changed from the booth Lightkey * Create one-tap buttons for any OSC-addressable cue, including fog, blinders, practicals and more * This section should technically work with any OSC enabled software as you can input any IP, port etc * Choose Hold mode (active while pressed) or Toggle mode (press once on, press again off) for each button * Arrange buttons in any order so your most-used controls are always easy to reach Apple Watch * Full companion app with GO, Next, Previous, Stop, current cue name, TF faders using the Digital Crown, and Lightkey controls * Assign any action to the Apple Watch Ultra Action Button for instant control Designed for live shows * Connects over your venue’s local Wi-Fi. No cloud services, accounts or internet connection required * Automatically discovers QLab and Lightkey using Bonjour, with manual connection options for everything else * Your channel layout, settings and Lightkey buttons are stored on your iPhone and automatically sync to your Apple Watch ShowRemote isn’t designed to replace your console, nor does it replace QLab's existing apps that do other things. The Yamaha apps are fine too, but nothing on iPhone or Apple Watch to control it (iPad only). ShowRemote lets you take control wherever you need to be, whether that’s at front of house, on stage doing a show or performance yourself, or in the back row of the theatre. This should also replace those crazy expensive hardware devices some performers use on stage for changing/triggering cues.

Screenshots

Ruler, Measuring Tape4 screens
ShowRemote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Ruler, Measuring Tape at Free against ShowRemote's $2.99. ShowRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Ruler, Measuring Tape is free to download; ShowRemote costs $2.99 up front. Ruler, Measuring Tape sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. ShowRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler, Measuring Tape ships an update monthly, ShowRemote weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ruler, Measuring Tape versus ShowRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler, Measuring TapeShowRemote
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.3 (1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWHATSTICKER APPS SRLAlpha Shows

Bugs and requests

Ruler, Measuring Tape

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to close or exit the app
  • Crashes on certain iOS versions
  • AR mode displays only in cm

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to set default unit (inches or cm)
  • Ability to save and recall past measurements
  • Decimal inch display alongside fractional
  • Millimeter measurement option

ShowRemote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Ruler, Measuring Tape

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly premium with trial7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium$2.997 Days
  • Yearly premium with trial7 Days trial$29.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Yearly premium$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • No more ads$1.99
  • Unlock all AR features$5.99
None

ShowRemote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ruler, Measuring Tape free?
Ruler, Measuring Tape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShowRemote free?
ShowRemote costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ruler, Measuring Tape or ShowRemote have ads?
Ruler, Measuring Tape shows ads; ShowRemote does not.
Which is updated more often, Ruler, Measuring Tape or ShowRemote?
Ruler, Measuring Tape ships an update monthly, and ShowRemote weekly. Most recently, Ruler, Measuring Tape was updated on October 26, 2026 and ShowRemote on October 24, 2026.

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