Comparison

Elevation Survey vs Wari

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

Head to head
About

Elevation Survey

This app simplifies leveling surveys by automatically calculating instrument and ground heights. It allows for instant computation of staff readings for layout work and offers flexible data entry modes. Survey data can be easily exported and shared.

Highlights
  • Automatic HI and GH calculation
  • Instant staff reading computation for layout
  • Color-coded input and results
  • Add notes for projects
  • Export data as CSV
  • Standard and Staff data entry modes
  • In-app tutorial
Features
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Make leveling surveys smarter at any construction site. With the Elevation Survey app, you no longer need a field notebook, calculator, or pencil. Just enter the staff readings and the app instantly performs all the calculations, helping you complete surveying tasks efficiently and smoothly. Results are saved within the app and can be exported as CSV files or images. Share data instantly with colleagues using various methods for fast on-site delivery. The app supports the Instrument Height (HI) method, with a built-in tutorial that explains both app usage and surveying basics for beginners. 【Key Features】 • Automatically calculate Instrument Height (HI) and Ground Height (GH) from the benchmark elevation and staff readings • Enter design elevation to instantly compute the staff readings needed for batter board (layout) work • Add or delete rows freely • Color-coded display for input values and calculation results, improving readability • Add memos for each project or site • Export survey data as CSV, editable in Excel • Switch between Standard Mode and Staff Mode • Staff Mode allows intuitive entry, just like reading the staff directly through the level • Duplicate, delete, or edit past survey data • Built-in "How to Use" guide explains app operations, the HI method, and basic surveying for beginners • Cloud backup protects your valuable data — recover anytime from the cloud, even if your device is lost or damaged. Share data with various methods. • Multi-language support — available in 40+ languages • Convert recorded data between meters, feet & inches, and decimal feet • Data input units: meters, feet & inches, or decimal feet • 10-day free trial. After that, free for one project. Unlock all limits with a monthly or yearly subscription • Cancel your subscription anytime — use with peace of mind • Subscribers get unlimited project registration and unlimited data sharing Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Wari

Features
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Wari-Tsuke is a focused layout and mark-out tool for field work: carpentry, interior finish, tile, hardware mounting, railings, fences, partitions, and framing. Enter the total width, the part width, and the number of parts, then choose Equal Gap (even gaps between parts) or Center Spacing (even center-to-center pitch). The app shows exactly where to mark from the left edge, so you can pull every mark straight from a tape. It works in millimeters, decimal inches, and fraction inches, with 1/16, 1/8, or 1/4 inch rounding. Values snap to the chosen graduation, the leftover remainder can go to the ends or be spread evenly, and the mark-out list keeps the last mark dead-on at the real span. Marking Mode turns the list into a full-screen electronic story pole: one cumulative position at a time, large and clear, with check-off as you go. Field Copy bundles the inputs, the result, and the mark-out positions into one copy you can share with your crew. Building-code opening checks (for example the 4-inch guard / 110 mm baluster clear opening) are included as an optional support feature. They are off by default, the standard (US / JP / EU) is switchable, and they do not replace local code judgment. No account, no cloud sync, no ads, and no analytics. Everything runs on-device and works offline.

Screenshots

Elevation Survey4 screens
Wari4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wari at none against Elevation Survey's 2. On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Elevation Survey sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Wari asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Elevation Survey versus Wari: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElevation SurveyWari
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews32.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBoothKENTA OSAWA

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Elevation Survey

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
None

Wari

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Elevation Survey free?
Elevation Survey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wari free?
Wari is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Elevation Survey or Wari have ads?
Neither Elevation Survey nor Wari shows ads.

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