RecUp vs Camera Protractor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RecUp
Easily record voice memos and automatically upload them to Dropbox. This app streamlines the recording process, eliminating the need to name files or choose save locations. It offers a simple, efficient solution for capturing audio on the go.
- Automatic Dropbox upload
- MP3 audio format
- Universal app support (iPhone/iPad)
- VoiceOver accessibility
- Streamlined recording interface
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Your mic to Dropbox. Just one button to link, record, pause, finish. Upload is automatic. Each recording is transferred to Dropbox' servers to be stored, shared or used for automations and workflows with IFTTT, Zapier, n8n, Make,... RecUp can record in the background and can be started via a link ("recup://record" URL scheme, also usable from within Shortcuts) • Universal app, running equally well on iPhone, Pad and macOS (arm) • MP3 audio files sound great while saving bandwidth and Dropbox storage. • Accessibility support for blind or low vision users. RecUp requires a Dropbox account. Sign up for a FREE Dropbox account at http://www.dropbox.com Choose their "Basic" plan to get 2GB of Storage for free, select "Standard" or higher for paid plans. Link to Dropbox using either App Folder (default; more secure) or Full Access (allows shared folders). Visit the RecUp Help page for more details. Visit the RecUp Support link to read the full user guide.
Camera Protractor
Measure angles and lengths of real-world objects using your iPhone's camera. This tool offers a digital protractor and ruler, allowing precise measurements of anything you can capture, from small items to large structures. It features an intuitive interface and is always available.
- Digital protractor and ruler
- Measure real-life objects with camera
- Precise angle measurement (0-180 degrees)
- Intuitive UI design
- Full screen display
- Email support
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a camera protractor, photo angle meter, and surface inclinometer. Measure angles from photos, live camera views, or real-world surfaces in seconds. Check slope, roof pitch, and miter cuts, save your measurements, and share the results. Three ways to measure. One simple angle toolkit. THREE WAYS TO MEASURE PHOTO Choose a photo from your library or take a new one, then place three points to measure an angle. CAMERA Use the live camera protractor, freeze the view, and fine-adjust the measurement points for greater precision. SURFACE Use your iPhone or iPad as an inclinometer to measure tilt from horizontal, slope percentage, and roof pitch. POWERFUL MEASUREMENT TOOLS • Measure minor and reflex angles • Fine-adjust measurement points • Pinch to zoom for precise placement • Measure slope percentage • Calculate roof pitch • Set a custom zero reference • Hold a measurement • Calibrate the level sensor • Save measurements to History • Add notes to saved measurements • Export measurement images • Share your results CAMERA PROTRACTOR PRO Upgrade once to unlock additional professional tools: • Edge Snap — automatic edge assistance • Multiple Angles — measure up to 10 angles on one image • Miter Calculator — convert measured corners into saw settings • Projects — organize related measurements • Tags — label and organize your measurements • PDF Reports — create professional measurement reports • Adjust a Copy — reuse a saved measurement without changing the original One-time purchase. No subscription. USEFUL FOR Camera Protractor is useful for: • DIY and home improvement • Woodworking and carpentry • Construction • Roofing • Furniture and installation work • Measuring slopes and inclines • Checking angles from photos • Everyday angle measurements PRIVACY Your measurements stay on your device. NOTE Photo measurements describe angles in the image plane. Camera perspective can change the apparent angle of real-world objects.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RecUp at 80% against Camera Protractor's 27%. RecUp also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Camera Protractor's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On ads, device support 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
RecUp costs $2.99 and Camera Protractor $4.99 up front. Camera Protractor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RecUp asks for nothing beyond the download.
RecUp holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RecUp has 34 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of RecUp's written reviews are positive against 27% of Camera Protractor's.
RecUp ships an update every 2 months, Camera Protractor fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | RecUp | Camera Protractor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 4.7 (34 ratings) — better | 3.8 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews — better | 26.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 34 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 15.8 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | egetsome UG | 华芳 张 |
Customer experience
RecUp
Camera Protractor
Bugs and requests
RecUp
Reported bugs
2 issues- Recordings can be lost if no internet connection
- Recordings stop when switching to other apps
Requested features
6 requests- Option to choose 320kbps MP3 quality
- Dedicated pause button
- Ability to name/label recordings
- Playback functionality within the app
- Support for Google Drive and other cloud services
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- Apple Watch complication
Camera Protractor
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RecUp
No in-app purchases
Camera Protractor
- Camera Protractor Pro$6.99
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