# Stud Finder゜ vs Margin

The clearest difference is rating: Margin at 5.0 against Stud Finder゜'s 4.5. Margin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Stud Finder゜'s advantage is ratings volume (5K vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stud Finder゜ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Margin asks for nothing beyond the download.

Margin holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stud Finder゜ has 5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stud Finder゜ | Margin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1524134326/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margin-bible-notes/id6811738232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 35.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 35 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Hanja Devi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1453140968) | [WODSMITH LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6793734642) |

## What reviewers say

### Stud Finder゜

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1524134326)

This application utilizes your iPhone's magnetometer to detect metal objects, helping you locate hidden studs behind walls. It's designed to quickly find wood studs concealed by drywall, plasterboard, or stucco. Performance may vary based on wall construction and phone accessories.

**Highlights:** Detects studs using magnetometer, Locates metal objects, Works through drywall, plasterboard, stucco, Quick stud detection, Removable case recommended for best performance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Innovative app concept
- 🚀 Accurate stud detection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Inaccurate stud detection
- 🔋 Drains phone battery
- 💤 Requires high sensitivity setting

**Reported bugs**

- Constant false positive stud detection
- App crashes or freezes
- Sensitivity settings not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Improved stud detection accuracy
- Better calibration options
- More intuitive user interface
- Compatibility with older devices


### Margin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margin-bible-notes/id6811738232)

A private notebook for Bible study and reflection, allowing you to embed scripture directly into your notes. Organize thoughts with Markdown formatting and access content offline.

**Highlights:** Embed scripture verses directly into notes, Markdown formatting for notes, Offline access to Bible text, Search and pin important notes, Export notes as Markdown, Private, device-only storage

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stud Finder゜ free?

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

### Is Margin free?

Margin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Stud Finder゜ or Margin?

Margin is rated higher. Stud Finder゜ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while Margin averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Stud Finder゜ or Margin have ads?

Stud Finder゜ shows ads; Margin does not.

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