Comparison

Ruler App XL vs Ruler+ Utility

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

Head to head
About

Ruler App XL

Transform your iPad into a precise measuring tool for small objects. Easily switch between imperial and metric units, adjust the ruler for direct comparisons, and customize with different color schemes. Supports multitasking for enhanced usability on various iPad models.

Highlights
  • Imperial and metric scales
  • Adjustable ruler line
  • Multiple color schemes
  • iPad multitasking support
  • Supports iPad Mini and iPad Pro
Features
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Turn your iPad into a ruler and measure the scale of any small thing. Features: - switch between imperial and metric scales - adjust a line in the ruler for direct comparison - different color schemes - switchable ruler scales - supports the iPad Mini and the iPad Pro - iPad multitasking (split-view) support

About

Ruler+ Utility

Transform your smartphone into a versatile measuring tool. Instantly measure the length of objects using your phone's screen, with options for fixed or scroll modes. Save your measurements and choose between centimeters or inches for precise results.

Highlights
  • Smartphone ruler
  • Fixed and scroll measurement modes
  • Save measurements
  • Centimeter and inch support
  • Fine-tune scale
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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This app transforms your smartphone into a handy ruler. Whenever you’re curious about the length of something, you can measure it instantly with just your smartphone! From a pencil on your desk to the thickness of a book, 'Ruler' is perfect for quickly checking lengths. Without any complex explanations or difficult features, just open the app and measure according to the scale. Its intuitive interface allows anyone to measure quickly and accurately. Measurement methods: 1) Fixed Ruler: Place the object you want to measure on your smartphone, touch the screen with your finger, and move it to the end of the object to measure its length. 2) Scroll Ruler: Use this method to measure objects longer than your smartphone. Place your smartphone next to the object, hold it with your thumb and middle finger, touch the screen with your index finger, and move the phone gradually to measure the length. Main Features: - Easily save the measurements you take - Measure in both centimeters (cm) and inches (inch) - Fine-tune the scale for more precise measurements - Choose between fixed and scroll modes depending on your needs Never worry about not having a ruler again. With 'Ruler', you can measure anything conveniently at any time. Experience smart measurement now!

Screenshots

Ruler+ Utility4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ruler+ Utility at 47% against Ruler App XL's 0%. Ruler+ Utility also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (3.0 vs 2.0). Ruler App XL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume and iOS requirement 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

Ruler+ Utility is free to download; Ruler App XL costs $0.99 up front. Ruler+ Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Ruler App XL asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ruler+ Utility holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Ruler App XL's written reviews are positive against 47% of Ruler+ Utility's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler App XL ships an update every 14 months, Ruler+ Utility every 40 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Ruler App XL versus Ruler+ Utility: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler App XLRuler+ Utility
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (3 ratings)3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews46.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 14 months — betterEvery 40 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiet JonasKyungjin Lee

Customer experience

Ruler App XL

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Ruler+ Utility

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive46.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Ruler App XL

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ruler+ Utility

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Ruler App XL free?
Ruler App XL costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ruler+ Utility free?
Ruler+ Utility is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ruler App XL or Ruler+ Utility?
Ruler+ Utility is rated higher. Ruler App XL averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Ruler+ Utility averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Ruler App XL or Ruler+ Utility have ads?
Ruler+ Utility shows ads; Ruler App XL does not.
Which is updated more often, Ruler App XL or Ruler+ Utility?
Ruler App XL ships an update every 14 months, and Ruler+ Utility every 40 months. Most recently, Ruler App XL was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ruler+ Utility on November 1, 2026.

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