Comparison

Surface Level vs Bubble Level

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

Head to head
About

Surface Level

This utility app functions as a digital bubble level, allowing users to measure horizontal, vertical, and flat surfaces with 360-degree precision. It includes calibration features and a digital compass for outdoor use.

Highlights
  • Horizontal, vertical, and flat surface measurement
  • 360-degree level precision
  • Surface calibration
  • Digital compass
  • Easy to use interface
Features
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The Surface Level: Bubble Level app is simple and easy to use with your device. A bubble level is mostly used in the constructor, carpentry, and photography to determine whether the object is surface level or not. you can use it for personal uses like checking your desk table and the surface level of every object. Measure Level horizontal, vertical, and flat surface for a 360 level. This level of tool precision depends on the quality of the accelerometer sensor and the correct calibration. Use Horizontal, Vertical and flat surface tools separately. Calibration: - You can calibrate surfaces with any flat surface or any angle. - Calibrate will set new “zero” and data shown after calibration will be relative to that position. - Tap reset to remove calibre and reset identical surface. Compass: - A digital compass is a great tool for outdoor uses. It gives N (North) direction. - Without an accelerator sensor, a digital compass will not work.

About

Bubble Level

Transform your device into a precise bubble level, angle gauge, and measuring tool. Ideal for home improvement, construction, and DIY projects, it offers real-time tilt readings and surface alignment for professional accuracy.

Highlights
  • Live angle measurement
  • Classic bubble level view
  • Plumb checker
  • 360° surface alignment
  • Independent calibration
  • Clear visual tilt display
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a high-precision bubble level, angle gauge, and measuring tool. Whether you're mounting shelves, aligning frames, laying tile, or building a deck, this app gives you professional accuracy on the go. Use your device to check if surfaces are level, plumb, or at a specific angle. Get real-time tilt readings in degrees with the built-in inclinometer, or calibrate your phone to another object for relative alignment. This versatile tool is perfect for any construction, home improvement, or DIY project. Features: • Live angle measurement with digital inclinometer • Classic bubble view for horizontal and vertical levels • Built-in plumb checker for vertical surfaces • 360° surface alignment support in any orientation • Independent calibration or object-relative zeroing • Clear visual tilt display with smooth responsiveness • Clean, modern interface — no clutter or ads • Works in portrait and landscape modes Ideal for contractors, handymen, and DIYers alike, this tool makes it simple to measure, align, and build with confidence. Whether you're working inside or outside, this app gives you the accuracy of a hardware level — right on your iPhone. Download now and make every angle perfect with the easiest leveling tool you'll ever use. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Surface Level4 screens
Bubble Level4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bubble Level at 4.6 against Surface Level's 1.0. Bubble Level also leads on ratings volume (61 vs 1). Surface Level's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Bubble Level sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Surface Level asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bubble Level holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bubble Level has 61 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Surface Level versus Bubble Level: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSurface LevelBubble Level
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.6 (61 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings161 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMonali PaghadalVicki Partridge

Customer experience

Surface Level

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bubble Level

All ratings61 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

None

Surface Level

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Bubble Level

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Subscription7 Days trial2 variants$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Surface Level free?
Surface Level is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bubble Level free?
Bubble Level is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Surface Level or Bubble Level?
Bubble Level is rated higher. Surface Level averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Bubble Level averages 4.6 from 61 ratings.
Do Surface Level or Bubble Level have ads?
Bubble Level shows ads; Surface Level does not.

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