# Construction Master Pro Calc vs Builder's Helper MAX

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Construction Master Pro Calc at 40K against Builder's Helper MAX's 1.6K. Construction Master Pro Calc also leads on chart position (#43 vs unranked). Builder's Helper MAX's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Construction Master Pro Calc sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.69 per month and Builder's Helper MAX sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Construction Master Pro Calc against 4.7 for Builder's Helper MAX. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Master Pro Calc has 40K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Construction Master Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 73% of Builder's Helper MAX's.

Construction Master Pro Calc ships an update every 3 weeks, Builder's Helper MAX monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Construction Master Pro Calc | Builder's Helper MAX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (40K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-master-pro-calc/id370406446/reviews)** | [4.7 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/builders-helper-max/id835030206/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **40K** | 1.6K |
| Positive reviews | 59.9% of reviews | **72.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#43** | — |
| Size | 111 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) | [My Pie Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/312734327) |

## What reviewers say

### Construction Master Pro Calc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-master-pro-calc/id370406446)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app is a powerful construction calculator designed for professionals working with dimensions. It offers a wide range of solutions for dimensional math, right angle calculations, area and volume, and special functions, helping to improve speed and accuracy in layouts, bids, and estimates.

**Highlights:** Dimensional math and conversions, Right angle and rafter calculations, Area and volume solutions, Full trigonometric functions, Built-in user's guide and help, Save and share calculations, Project notes and attachments

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Full Access | $3.69 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| CMPro Full Access | $9.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Full Access | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Full Access | $19.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and always available
- ⚙️ Comprehensive construction calculations
- 💪 Industry-standard tool
- 🔍 Accurate and reliable
- 📱 Integrates well with mobile devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔒 Locks data behind subscription
- 🔄 Forced to re-purchase after device changes
- 🔍 Lacks full metric support
- 🔧 Occasional UI/UX issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Calculation errors in some scenarios
- Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Requested features**

- Add metric unit support
- Offer one-time purchase option
- Improve backup and data transfer
- Add more customization options
- Enhance overall user experience


### Builder's Helper MAX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/builders-helper-max/id835030206)

This comprehensive construction app offers advanced calculation tools for linear, square, and cubic measurements in both imperial and metric units. It includes features for roof pitch, stair lengths, and a memory bank for storing values. Manage projects with detailed lists, store documents and images, and utilize quick job calculators for various construction tasks.

**Highlights:** Advanced construction calculator (imperial/metric), Roof pitch and rafter length calculations, Project management with data lists, Document and image storage for projects, Quick job calculators for various tasks, Notepad with PDF export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick-Job: Drywall | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick-Job: Fencing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick-Job: Roofing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick-Job: Decking | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick-Job: Wall Framing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Construction Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Estimating Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Project Management | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Calculator | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔥 Best construction calculator
- 👍 Very easy to use
- 💻 Convenient to have on all devices
- ⏱️ Saves time and reduces errors
- 🧮 Excellent fractional calculator

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and display issues
- 🚫 No updates or support from developer
- 💰 One-time purchase not working as expected
- 📱 Works better on phones than tablets

**Reported bugs**

- Fractions not displaying properly
- App crashing when using certain features
- Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions

**Requested features**

- Getting started guide or help section
- Ability to group related tasks under one project
- Expand note-taking capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Construction Master Pro Calc free?

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

### Is Builder's Helper MAX free?

Builder's Helper MAX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Construction Master Pro Calc or Builder's Helper MAX?

Construction Master Pro Calc is rated higher. Construction Master Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 40K ratings, while Builder's Helper MAX averages 4.7 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Construction Master Pro Calc or Builder's Helper MAX have ads?

Neither Construction Master Pro Calc nor Builder's Helper MAX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Construction Master Pro Calc or Builder's Helper MAX?

Construction Master Pro Calc ships an update every 3 weeks, and Builder's Helper MAX monthly. Most recently, Construction Master Pro Calc was updated on October 16, 2026 and Builder's Helper MAX on October 15, 2026.

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