# Bolt Reader® vs Measuring Tape +ㅤ

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bolt Reader® | Measuring Tape +ㅤ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-reader/id1554066006/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-plus/id1620141081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 24 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Transmission Dynamics](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554066008) | [Rocket Apps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566586717) |

## What reviewers say

### Bolt Reader®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bolt-reader/id1554066006)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $49.99 | one-time |


### Measuring Tape +ㅤ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape-plus/id1620141081)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Measuring Tape PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| PRO Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Offer | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate measurements
- 💡 Convenient for home projects
- ✨ Helpful for real estate professionals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall locks core functionality
- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy
- 📱 Compatibility issues on some devices

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*