Comparison

Kaliper vs TilleyApp

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

Head to head
About

Kaliper

Measure key cuts accurately using your device's camera. This utility helps decode keys when a physical caliper is unavailable or difficult to read. Offers predefined systems and custom measurement options for various lock types.

Highlights
  • Measure key cuts with device camera
  • Predefined lock systems
  • Custom key measurement input
  • Ad-free upgrade option
  • Supports various lock brands
Features
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Out-of-the-shop and out-of-the-van key gauge utility. Have a key you need to decode but no caliper or key gauge nearby? Not 100% confident on your eyesight to read the cuts? Then use your iDevice to measure the key with Kaliper. Kaliper is free to download with a purchase option for upgrading. It is recommended to get accustomed to the app prior to purchasing as with any tool, this app has a learning curve and with practice comes perfection. The free version comes with two predefined systems: Arrow .014" and Schlage .015" (5 pin only). The full version comes with eight predefined systems: Arrow .014" (5/6 pin), Best A2, A3, A4 (6/7 pin), Kwikset .023" (standard/titan), Sargent .020" (5/6 pin), Schlage .015" (5/6 pin), and Yale .019" (5/6 pin). In addition to custom key measurements and of course no ads. Instructions: On the main page begin by selecting your iDevice from the choices on the left, then select either a predefined system or custom. Do not use full screen on iPads. 

Predefined: 

Lay your device on a flat surface and place your key on top of the silhouette, using the top shoulder (or bottom tip for best systems) as the primary focus for alignment. If aligned properly each of the cut markers will sit directly above each corresponding cut. If necessary, use the zoom control at the bottom for a better fit. Once the key is aligned, tap on the first down arrow in the upper right hand corner to lower the cut marker. Each tap represents a deeper cut with the depth displayed directly above the arrow. Keep tapping until the marker outlines the cut. If the marker starts to disappear behind the key use the up arrow to raise the marker. Do this for the remaining cuts to finish measuring your key. Custom: The measuring process remains the same as the predefined systems, but as the markers are customizable some measurements need to be supplied before proceeding: Bow to First Cut: The distance from the center of the first cut to the top shoulder. Cut to Cut: The distance between the center of each cut. Shallowest Depth: The distance from the bottom of the blade to the center of the lowest cut in the system (i.e. Zero or One). Depth Increment: The distance between subsequent cuts. These measurements are typically found on pinning kits, however the system you are inputting may be found on the Charts page. From this chart simply tap on the system and all the measurements will be automatically applied. If inputting manually, type the measurements into the 4 boxes and tap Apply. The markers will adjust accordingly and you can begin measuring the key using the shoulder and blade for alignment. If the system uses a One as the shallowest cut, tap on 0 - 9 to reflect a 1 thru 10 cut system. Tap again to switch back. Compatibility (sorted by screen size): iPhone SE2, SE3, 12 mini, 13 mini, 11 Pro, 11, 12, 12 Pro, 13, 13 Pro, 14, 14 Pro, 15, 15 Pro, 16, 16e, 17e, 16 Pro, 17, 17 Pro, Air, 11 Pro Max, 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max, 14 Plus, 14 Pro Max, 15 Plus, 15 Pro Max, 16 Plus, 16 Pro Max, 17 Pro Max Found a bug? Something not working? Have a suggestion? Feel free to contact me via email: farren@phoxlocks.com

About

TilleyApp

Easily find and manage iron certificates by scanning QR codes or searching a historical database. Build lists, assign ownership, and share certificate details with anyone globally.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes for certificates
  • Search historical certificate database
  • Build lists of certificates
  • Assign iron ownership and history
  • Share certificates via direct link
  • Tag certificates
Features
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Introducing TilleyApp! The web and mobile application designed specifically with our customer in mind. With TilleyApp, you can... Search & Scan Quickly locate the latest certificate you need in 2 different ways. 1. Scan a QR code found on the iron you're physically looking at. 2. Search and tap through a historical database for the latest, recordable iron certified by Tilley Pressure Test. Build Use Search & Scan to build a List of Certificates. You can then View, Share, & Tag just a single...or up to a 2,000 certificates! Assign Assigning iron will tell the story of where each piece of iron has been, where it's going, & specific customer requested fields! Share Send a direct link, with or without assigned data, to anyone in the world. Contact: hello@tilleyapp.com

Screenshots

Kaliper4 screens
TilleyApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TilleyApp at none against Kaliper's 1. TilleyApp also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months). Kaliper's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Kaliper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TilleyApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TilleyApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kaliper has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kaliper ships an update every 8 months, TilleyApp monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Kaliper versus TilleyApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKaliperTilleyApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarren Domenicidavid solomon

Customer experience

Kaliper

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative16.7%

TilleyApp

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Kaliper

One-time1
  • Kaliper Full Version$1.99
None

TilleyApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kaliper free?
Kaliper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TilleyApp free?
TilleyApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Kaliper or TilleyApp?
TilleyApp is rated higher. Kaliper averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while TilleyApp averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Kaliper or TilleyApp have ads?
Kaliper shows ads; TilleyApp does not.
Which is updated more often, Kaliper or TilleyApp?
Kaliper ships an update every 8 months, and TilleyApp monthly. Most recently, Kaliper was updated on October 10, 2026 and TilleyApp on October 14, 2026.

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