# Measure Map Pro vs Measure Area

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Measure Map Pro at 77% against Measure Area's 33%. Measure Map Pro also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). Measure Area's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Measure Map Pro sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Measure Area sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Measure Map Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measure Map Pro has 866 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Measure Map Pro's written reviews are positive against 33% of Measure Area's.

Measure Map Pro ships an update every 2 months, Measure Area every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Measure Map Pro | Measure Area |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (866 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map-pro/id443823801/reviews)** | [4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-area/id1640973302/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **866** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **77.0% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 240 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Blue Blink One, SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/407049426) | [William Coates](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577810369) |

## What reviewers say

### Measure Map Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-map-pro/id443823801)

Precisely measure distances, perimeters, and areas on satellite maps using your mobile device. Calculate dimensions for various projects, from small plots to large fields, and share your findings. Offers advanced features for accurate field work and planning.

**Highlights:** Measure distances, perimeters, and areas, Utilize satellite imagery for measurements, Calculate surface areas and dimensions, Support for multiple units of length and surface, Export data in various formats (KMZ, KML, CSV, DXF, SHP, GPX), Attach pictures to points, Create inner polygons as 'holes'

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boost !!! to Regular version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Extra Maps Package | $28.99 | one-time |
| Boost !!! to Pro version | $30.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate measurements
- 🚀 Saves time and money
- 👍 Helpful for various industries
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Outdated maps
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Expensive pro version

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to select/edit all drawn lines
- Unreliable undo/redo history
- Deletion/movement issues for non-pin objects
- Zooming issues causing white screen
- Persistent GPS location circle

**Requested features**

- Ability to draw with finger
- Offline caching of high-res satellite imagery
- Layers and grouping for drawn shapes
- Elevation data integration
- Kilometer post markers for routes


### Measure Area

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-area/id1640973302)

This app uses AR to measure the area, perimeter, and length of surfaces. You can edit measurements, save them with names, and copy values. It's ideal for quick estimations but not for precision work.

**Highlights:** Measure area, perimeter, and length, ARKit integration, Edit and delete measurement edges, Save measurement history, Copy measurement values, Configurable measurement units

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Measure Map Pro free?

Measure Map Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Measure Area free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Measure Map Pro or Measure Area?

Measure Map Pro is rated higher. Measure Map Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 866 ratings, while Measure Area averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Measure Map Pro or Measure Area have ads?

Measure Area shows ads; Measure Map Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Measure Map Pro or Measure Area?

Measure Map Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Measure Area every 3 weeks. Most recently, Measure Map Pro was updated on October 20, 2026 and Measure Area on October 7, 2026.

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