AR vProtractor vs Easy Reference Measure
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
AR vProtractor
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You can put a virtual protractor using AR technology that can be placed on a desk or the floor. When you launch the app, please move your iPhone left and right to recognize the surrounding space. Touch the screen to locate where you want to place the virtual protractor, then horizontal and vertical protractors will be displayed at the point you selected. You can turn the virtual protractors left or right with your finger on the screens. You can move protractors horizontal position with two fingers scroll, and vertical position by three fingers scroll. The protractors are anchored to the surrounding feature point with an AR Anchor.Β Push "Relocate" button to put new protractors. Push "Grid" button to display horizontal grid to align protractors to edge of room or desk.
Easy Reference Measure
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Measure real-world lengths directly from your photosβfast and simple! This app turns your smartphone into a powerful measuring tool. By including a reference object such as a ruler or a coin in your photo, you can instantly calculate the actual size of any object captured. Whether for research, DIY, or hobbies, this app makes measuring more accessible than ever. *Key Features Accurate length measurement from photos Use reference objects (rulers, coins, cards, etc.) to set the scale Zoom, pan, and reset gestures for precise control Double-tap to reset zoom and position Save and share annotated images with measurement results *How It Works Capture or Select a Photo Take a new photo with your camera or select one from your gallery. Make sure to include a reference object such as a ruler or a coin. Set Calibration Points Tap the start and end points of the reference object (e.g., the 0 cm and 10 cm marks of a ruler). Enter the real-world length between these two points to calibrate the scale. Measure the Object Tap the start and end points of the object you want to measure. The app instantly calculates and displays the actual length. Save and Share The measurement result is added as a clear annotation on the photo. Save the annotated image and share it via email, messaging apps, or social media. *Use Cases Check the size of pipes, screws, gaskets, etc. Measure materials and objects for DIY projects Document lengths for study and research Assist in laboratory, or experimental records Complex Shape Length Simple, intuitive, and reliable. With this app, your smartphone becomes a portable digital rulerβalways ready when you need it.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Easy Reference Measure at every 9 days against AR vProtractor's every 4 weeks. AR vProtractor's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
AR vProtractor ships an update every 4 weeks, Easy Reference Measure every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and July 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AR vProtractor | Easy Reference Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 β better | 16.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kazufumi Suzuki | Hideo Nose |
In-app purchases
AR vProtractor
No in-app purchases
Easy Reference Measure
No in-app purchases
Questions
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