# Stud Finder® vs Studkit

The clearest difference is rating: Studkit at 5.0 against Stud Finder®'s 4.4. Stud Finder®'s advantage is ratings volume (23K vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stud Finder® sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Studkit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Studkit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stud Finder® has 23K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stud Finder® | Studkit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1484289588/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studkit-stud-finder-and-5-more/id6772180819/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 7.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 24 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tue Nguyen Minh](https://appshunter.io/developer/434811167) | [Mohammed Baydi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896097312) |

## What reviewers say

### Stud Finder®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1484289588)

This utility app uses your iPhone's magnetometer to detect metal studs behind walls. Simply hold your device near the wall and observe the indicator for changes in the magnetic field. For best results, remove any external case from your phone.

**Highlights:** Detect metal studs, Uses magnetometer, Measures magnetic field, Indicator for metal proximity, Instructions for accuracy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stud Finder Pro (Weekly) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Stud Finder Pro (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Features | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurately detects metal objects
- 💡 Innovative use of phone sensors
- 👍 Helpful for specific use cases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Aggressive monetization with constant upgrade prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent and unreliable performance
- 👎 Limited functionality in free version
- 🕰️ Extremely short usage time before lockout

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to detect known metal objects
- Erratic behavior and constant beeping
- Upgrade issues even after purchase

**Requested features**

- Ability to detect wooden studs
- Longer free trial period
- More intuitive user interface


### Studkit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studkit-stud-finder-and-5-more/id6772180819)

This app uses your iPhone's magnetic sensor to locate studs, nails, screws, and pipes within walls. It also includes a bubble level, laser cross, drill guide, measurement converter, and timestamp camera for various DIY and home improvement tasks.

**Highlights:** Magnetic stud finder, Bubble level with multiple modes, Self-leveling laser crosshair, Smart drill guide recommendations, Millimeter to inch converter, Timestamp camera with GPS

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stud Finder® free?

Stud Finder® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Studkit free?

Studkit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stud Finder® or Studkit?

Studkit is rated higher. Stud Finder® averages 4.4 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Studkit averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Stud Finder® or Studkit have ads?

Neither Stud Finder® nor Studkit shows ads.

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