Comparison

Bolt Reader® vs Measuring Tape +ㅤ

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

Head to head
About

Bolt Reader®

This application provides users with real-time bolt tension data through intuitive bar graphs. It is specifically designed to work with Bolt-Cap Module devices from Transmission Dynamics, helping users quickly identify screws needing attention.

Highlights
  • Real-time bolt tension information
  • Bar graph data visualization
  • Identify screws requiring attention
  • Designed for Bolt-Cap Module devices
  • Works with Transmission Dynamics hardware
Features
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Thanks to the innovative undertaking of creating the Bolt Reader® application, users have constant access to information on bolt tension. Information is presented in the form of bar graphs, which allows you to quickly spot screws that require attention. This application is specifically designed for Bolt-Cap Module devices produced by Transmission Dynamics. Transmission Dynamics; Redefining the Status Quo

About

Measuring Tape +ㅤ

Measure objects and spaces using your device's camera with augmented reality. This app offers tools for measuring lengths, heights, areas, and creating floor plans. Save and share your measurements for various projects.

Highlights
  • AR Tape Measure
  • Area Measurement
  • Floor Plan Creation
  • Height Measurement
  • Ruler Tool
  • Level Tool
  • Save & Export Measurements
Features
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Measure anything with Measuring Tape! Leveraging the power of your device’s camera, augmented reality and advanced AI to create the ultimate Measuring Tape that fits right into your pocket. Our powerful set of tools help you measure anything; from simple lengths & heights to areas or even create full floor plans. The ideal companion for anyone who needs to measure things. TOOLS & FEATURES INCLUDED - Tape Measure - Area Tool - Floor Plan Tool - Height Tool - Ruler Tool - Level Tool - Flashlight - Save measurements - Save & view floor plans - Imperial and Metric WHAT YOU CAN DO - Use your camera to measure objects. - Measure widths and heights of any objects. - Create and measure areas with multiple points. - Even measure complex 3D areas. - Create and save complex 2D floor plans. - Save, export and share measurements and floor plans. - Use the ruler to measure smaller objects. - Keep things level with the Level Tool. Introducing Rocket Apps PRO: With Rocket Apps PRO you simply subscribe once and get access to all supported Rocket Apps. The best part: we will keep adding new Apps. SUPPORT Our goal is to build the best apps in the world. You can help us by reporting bugs and requesting features via Email: help@rocketapps.com TERMS & PRIVACY https://rocketapps.com/privacy.html https://rocketapps.com/terms.html SUBSCRIPTION TERMS: The App offers an auto-renewing monthly or yearly subscription to provide you with unlimited access to all PRO Features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

Bolt Reader®4 screens
Measuring Tape +ㅤ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bolt Reader® at free against Measuring Tape +ㅤ's subscription. Bolt Reader® also leads on ads (none vs shown). Measuring Tape +ㅤ's advantage is ratings volume (5.2K vs 7). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Bolt Reader® sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Measuring Tape +ㅤ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bolt Reader® against 4.8 for Measuring Tape +ㅤ. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measuring Tape +ㅤ has 5.2K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bolt Reader® ships an update every 5 weeks, Measuring Tape +ㅤ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bolt Reader® versus Measuring Tape +ㅤ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBolt Reader®Measuring Tape +ㅤ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7 ratings)4.8 (5.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.2% of reviews
Number of ratings75.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTransmission DynamicsRocket Apps GmbH

Customer experience

Bolt Reader®

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Measuring Tape +ㅤ

All ratings5,199 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral1.3%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews271 reviews
Positive50.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative48.3%

Bugs and requests

Bolt Reader®

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Measuring Tape +ㅤ

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera not working in measurement mode
  • Inability to delete or edit saved measurements
  • Unexpected charges after free trial period

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add free version with limited features
  • Improve calibration and measurement accuracy
  • Provide more guidance and instructions for new users

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bolt Reader®

One-time1
  • Full version$49.99
7 purchases

Measuring Tape +ㅤ

Subscriptions7
  • PRO Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Measuring Tape PRO3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • PRO Weekly$4.997 Days
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  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • PRO Offer1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Bolt Reader® free?
Bolt Reader® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Measuring Tape +ㅤ free?
Measuring Tape +ㅤ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bolt Reader® or Measuring Tape +ㅤ?
Measuring Tape +ㅤ is rated higher. Bolt Reader® averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Measuring Tape +ㅤ averages 4.8 from 5.2K ratings.
Do Bolt Reader® or Measuring Tape +ㅤ have ads?
Measuring Tape +ㅤ shows ads; Bolt Reader® does not.
Which is updated more often, Bolt Reader® or Measuring Tape +ㅤ?
Bolt Reader® ships an update every 5 weeks, and Measuring Tape +ㅤ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bolt Reader® was updated on October 20, 2026 and Measuring Tape +ㅤ on October 22, 2026.

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