# Toolbox PRO vs Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler

The clearest difference is price: Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler at Free against Toolbox PRO's $3.99. Toolbox PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler is free to download; Toolbox PRO costs $3.99 up front. Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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+ AR Digital Ruler. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.5K and 931 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Toolbox PRO's written reviews are positive against 40% of Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler's.

Toolbox PRO ships an update fortnightly, Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Toolbox PRO | Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/toolbox-pro-smart-meter-tools/id354112909/reviews)** | [4.4 (931 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-measure-plus-ar-digital-ruler/id1667165565/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.5K** | 931 |
| Positive reviews | **61.7% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 27 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SkyPaw Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842040687) | [MEASURE TECH SOCIEDAD LIMITADA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1791936198) |

## 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+ AR Digital Ruler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-measure-plus-ar-digital-ruler/id1667165565)

Measure objects in the real world using your phone's camera. Point and tap to get accurate distances and lengths, or use it as an on-screen ruler. Ideal for professionals and DIYers needing precise measurements.

**Highlights:** AR object measurement, On-screen ruler function, Accurate distance calculation, Easy-to-use interface, Premium advanced features

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tape Measure+ | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Tape Measure+ | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| AR Ruler PRO - Measuring Tape | $14.99 | per year |
| Tape Measure+ | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual PRO | $36.99 | per year |
| Tape Measure+ | $36.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $69.99 | per year |
| Tape Measure+ | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Useful and easy to use
- 🎨 Accurate measurements
- 💪 Helpful for various tasks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Inaccurate measurements
- 🚫 Limited functionality without subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Subscription charges even after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Provide a free, fully-functional version
- Improve measurement accuracy
- Add option to purchase one-time access


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Toolbox PRO free?

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

### Is Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler free?

Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler?

Toolbox PRO is rated higher. Toolbox PRO averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler averages 4.4 from 931 ratings.

### Do Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler have ads?

Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler shows ads; Toolbox PRO does not.

### Which is updated more often, Toolbox PRO or Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler?

Toolbox PRO ships an update fortnightly, and Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler monthly. Most recently, Toolbox PRO was updated on October 29, 2026 and Tape Measure+ AR Digital Ruler on October 30, 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.*