# iPinPoint vs Protractor for Angle Measuring

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Protractor for Angle Measuring at 49% against iPinPoint's 0%. Protractor for Angle Measuring also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (1K vs 2). iPinPoint's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPinPoint sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Protractor for Angle Measuring sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iPinPoint holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Protractor for Angle Measuring has 1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of iPinPoint's written reviews are positive against 49% of Protractor for Angle Measuring's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iPinPoint ships an update every 11 months, Protractor for Angle Measuring every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPinPoint | Protractor for Angle Measuring |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipinpoint-measurement-tool/id404645257/reviews)** | [4.5 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protractor-for-angle-measuring/id6474609160/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **49.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [i-SmartSolutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/391390898) | [AppLiks Sp. z O.O.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804335622) |

## What reviewers say

### iPinPoint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipinpoint-measurement-tool/id404645257)

This utility app allows users to measure angles, distances, and areas using their device's camera or GPS. It supports various geometric calculations and orthopedic measurements, with an optional Pro version for enhanced features.

**Highlights:** Measure angles and lengths, Calculate circle radius, area, and perimeter, Compute triangle area and perimeter, Orthopedic angle measurements (Cobb, Baumann), Camera and GPS integration, Zoom feature (Pro version), Project creation (Pro version)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calculate perimeter/area of a circle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calculate the area/perimeter and many more of a triangle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calculate the elbow angle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Crop Image | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to iPinPoint Pro | $2.99 | one-time |
| Calculate area of any surface | $2.99 | one-time |


### Protractor for Angle Measuring

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protractor-for-angle-measuring/id6474609160)

Transform your iPhone into a precision angle measuring tool. Easily measure angles in real-time using touch or camera modes, and even analyze angles in existing photos. Customize your tools for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Real-time angle measurement, Touch and camera modes, Measure angles in photos, Simultaneous unlimited angle measurement, Tool color customization, Plumb bob pendulum for tilt

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access with Trial | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $3.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for surveying and measuring angles
- 💡 Interesting use of camera to overlay protractor
- 👍 Helps with specific use cases like golf setup
- 👍 Provides a clutter-free protractor experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Difficulty using the protractor tool and angle measurement
- 🐛 Inability to zoom in/out when measuring angles in photos
- 🐛 Inaccurate angle measurements in some cases

**Reported bugs**

- Protractor tool is hard to use and requires multiple tries
- Angle measurements do not match real-world angles

**Requested features**

- Add more instructions and guidance for using the protractor tool
- Improve the zoom functionality when measuring angles in photos
- Enhance the accuracy of angle measurements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPinPoint free?

iPinPoint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Protractor for Angle Measuring free?

Protractor for Angle Measuring is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iPinPoint or Protractor for Angle Measuring?

iPinPoint is rated higher. iPinPoint averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Protractor for Angle Measuring averages 4.5 from 1K ratings.

### Do iPinPoint or Protractor for Angle Measuring have ads?

Both iPinPoint and Protractor for Angle Measuring show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPinPoint or Protractor for Angle Measuring?

iPinPoint ships an update every 11 months, and Protractor for Angle Measuring every 2 weeks. Most recently, iPinPoint was updated on September 25, 2026 and Protractor for Angle Measuring on October 17, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*