# BuildCalc vs Construction Calculator Master

The clearest difference is price: Construction Calculator Master at Free against BuildCalc's $24.99. Construction Calculator Master also leads on ratings volume (436 vs 72) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). BuildCalc's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Construction Calculator Master is free to download; BuildCalc costs $24.99 up front. Construction Calculator Master sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. BuildCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

BuildCalc holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Calculator Master has 436 ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of BuildCalc's written reviews are positive against 70% of Construction Calculator Master's.

BuildCalc ships an update every 3 weeks, Construction Calculator Master fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BuildCalc | Construction Calculator Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $24.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buildcalc/id333369423/reviews)** | [4.3 (436 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calculator-master/id1623283646/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 72 | **436** |
| Positive reviews | **87.4% of reviews** | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#66** | — |
| Size | 15 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [42nd Parallel](https://appshunter.io/developer/333369426) | [Uncaught Exception Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457411536) |

## What reviewers say

### BuildCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buildcalc/id333369423)

**Currently charting:** #66 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app enhances traditional construction calculators with advanced functions for layout, material estimation, and complex calculations. It offers interactive features, customizable material sizes, and streamlined results presentation to reduce complexity and improve accuracy for professionals.

**Highlights:** Advanced baluster and stair layout, Fence post and material estimation, Interactive calculation adjustments, Customizable material sizes, Miter saw vs. protractor rafter calculations, Streamlined results display and saving

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Construction Calculator Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calculator-master/id1623283646)

This advanced construction calculator simplifies complex measurements for builders, carpenters, and remodelers. It offers a comprehensive suite of math functions, multi-unit support, and visual aids for calculations involving fractions, trigonometry, and rafters. Reduce errors and save time with its intuitive interface and customizable options.

**Highlights:** Multi-unit fraction support (feet, inches, yards, metric), Trigonometric functions with visualization, Rafter and triangle visualization, Imperial, Metric, and US Fractional units, Customizable fraction resolution, Memory and history functions, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 year | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BuildCalc free?

BuildCalc costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Construction Calculator Master free?

Construction Calculator Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BuildCalc or Construction Calculator Master?

BuildCalc is rated higher. BuildCalc averages 4.7 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Construction Calculator Master averages 4.3 from 436 ratings.

### Do BuildCalc or Construction Calculator Master have ads?

Neither BuildCalc nor Construction Calculator Master shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BuildCalc or Construction Calculator Master?

BuildCalc ships an update every 3 weeks, and Construction Calculator Master fortnightly. Most recently, BuildCalc was updated on October 19, 2026 and Construction Calculator Master on October 6, 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.*