# Toolbox PRO vs Tape Measure™

The clearest difference is price: Tape Measure™ at Free against Toolbox PRO's $3.99. Tape Measure™ also leads on ratings volume (89K vs 3.5K) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). Toolbox PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and review sentiment (62% vs 38%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Tape Measure™ is free to download; Toolbox PRO costs $3.99 up front. Tape Measure™ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Toolbox PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Toolbox PRO against 4.4 for Tape Measure™. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tape Measure™ has 89K ratings behind it against 3.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Toolbox PRO's written reviews are positive against 38% of Tape Measure™'s.

Toolbox PRO ships an update fortnightly, Tape Measure™ every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Toolbox PRO | Tape Measure™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toolbox-pro-smart-meter-tools/id354112909/reviews)** | [4.4 (89K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-measure/id1271546805/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3.5K | **89K** |
| Positive reviews | **61.7% of reviews** | 38.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#65** |
| Size | 27 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SkyPaw Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842040687) | [Level Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/791333994) |

## What reviewers say

### Toolbox PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toolbox-pro-smart-meter-tools/id354112909)

Transform your device into a versatile measuring toolkit. It offers a comprehensive suite of 13+ tools including a barometer, altimeter, compass, metronome, stopwatch, timer, and various levels for diverse applications.

**Highlights:** Barometer for atmospheric pressure, Altimeter for elevation above sea level, Compass for navigation, Metronome for musicians, Stopwatch with lap and split modes, Multiple timers running simultaneously, Surface and spirit levels

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Useful tools in one app
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔧 Variety of measurement tools
- ⚙️ Accurate measurements
- 💡 Innovative features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and compatibility issues
- 🔍 Inaccurate measurements
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with location access
- 💰 Paid features removed from previous versions
- 📚 Lack of instructions or guidance

**Reported bugs**

- Decibel meter missing from current version
- Ruler measurements inaccurate on newer devices
- Crashing issues with recent updates
- Barometer and altimeter not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Temperature conversion tool
- Light meter
- Ability to calibrate tools
- Apple Watch app integration
- More customization options


### Tape Measure™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-measure/id1271546805)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Grossing · Utilities, #149 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Transform your device into a versatile digital toolkit for precise measurements. Create 2D and 3D floor plans, scan rooms, and measure distances with advanced AI and computer vision. Ideal for DIY projects, home renovations, and professional use.

**Highlights:** Tape Measure, Ruler, Height Tool, 2D Floor Plans, 3D Floor Plans, 3D Scanner, Area Tool

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tape Measure Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Tape Measure Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Tape Measure Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads Forever | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tape Measure Pro | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate measurements
- 🔍 Useful measuring tools
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate measurements
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation
- 🙅‍♀️ Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Measurements randomly shift or disappear
- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Flashlight feature not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Allow customization of measurement units
- Improve accuracy of measurements
- Provide more free tools without subscription
- Make subscription pricing more reasonable


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Toolbox PRO free?

Toolbox PRO costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tape Measure™ free?

Tape Measure™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure™?

Toolbox PRO is rated higher. Toolbox PRO averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while Tape Measure™ averages 4.4 from 89K ratings.

### Do Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure™ have ads?

Neither Toolbox PRO nor Tape Measure™ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure™?

Toolbox PRO ships an update fortnightly, and Tape Measure™ every 6 days. Most recently, Toolbox PRO was updated on October 24, 2026 and Tape Measure™ on October 24, 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.*