Comparison

DistancePinner vs BeaconAI Tools

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

Head to head
About

DistancePinner

Easily measure distances on maps by dropping pins or using GPS tracking. Supports various coordinate formats, file imports, and exports. Offers a free version with ads and optional subscriptions to remove them.

Highlights
  • Drag and drop pins for distance measurement
  • GPS distance tracking on the go
  • Supports metric and imperial units
  • Advanced search with MGRS, GARS, UTM coordinates
  • Import coordinates from text files
  • Export results as GPX or lat/lon
  • Share measurements via email or social media
Features
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Find the distance between locations on the map easily with this app. The information provided by this app facilitates your travel route plan, help you to find the shortest way, etc. ## Simple Design ## Simply move and drag the map around and drop pins to start measuring the distance. ## Distance Tracking Mode ## You can use your device's GPS feature to measure distance on the go by pressing timer button on the toolbar to begin the measurement. ## Supports of Multiple Unit Types ## The app supports both metric and imperial system. ## Advanced Search Feature ## In addition to the simple search tool, you can search by various formats of coordinates including MGRS, GARS, UTM, and many more. Searching by location is also available. You can input the location name or import the location from GPS tag within a photo. ## Import from Text File ## You can import the coordinates list from a text file. Please check the instruction menu within the app, or our website for more information regarding this feature. ## Export and Edit ## It is possible to export the list of coordinates in latitude and longitude values, plus the total distance, to email. You can also export the list as GPX file to email. ## Sharing ## You can share the result on Twitter/Email, copy to the clipboard, and more. ## Subscriptions ## "DistancePinner" is completely free to use with all features. You can subscribe to this application to remove ads. Device subscriptions are available in these plan and will renew automatically each month, six months or year, unless cancelled. (Per month) - $1.99 (Per six-months) - $9.99 (Per year) - $17.99 Pricing shown is for the United States store. Pricing in other stores will vary. Payment for subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase or by clicking the “Purchase / Manage Subscription. Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. Subscription cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period More information: https://myice92.com/distance Privacy policy: https://myice92.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://myice92.com/terms-of-service

About

BeaconAI Tools

Features
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BeaconAI Tools puts 16 practical tools in one app: a tactical compass, home inventory, vehicle maintenance log, habit tracker, unit and currency converters, and more. No account needed, and most tools work offline. NAVIGATION & OUTDOORS • Compass: magnetic or true north, MGRS coordinates, declination, military Julian date and Zulu time. Day, Dusk and red Tactical Night modes with glove-sized buttons. Open a topo map and drop waypoints. Always ad-free. • Sun & Moon: sunrise, sunset, golden hour, blue hour, moon phase and illumination, plus the weather forecast for your saved places. • World Clock: compare cities and time zones, search by city or US ZIP code, and slide the time planner to find a meeting time. Daylight saving handled offline. EVERYDAY • QR Scanner: scan with the camera or from a photo or screenshot, and create QR codes to save or share. • Unit Converter: 18 categories, from length, weight and cooking to pressure and digital storage, plus historical, naval, biblical and astronomical units. Works offline and remembers recent conversions. • Currency Converter: 106 world currencies and top cryptocurrencies, with historical exchange rates back to 1999. • Tip Calculator: tip, tax and bill splitting in your local currency. • Color Picker: point your camera to capture any color, see its Hex, RGB and HSL values, then name it and save it to your collections. PLAN & TRACK • Habit Tracker: daily or custom schedules, streaks, milestone badges and reminders. • Countdown Tracker: count down to trips, birthdays and holidays, with alerts and yearly repeats. • Timer: keeps running when you leave the app and alerts you when it's done. HOME & LIFE • Home Inventory (always free): record belongings with photos, serial numbers, receipts and warranties. See totals by room or category, export an insurance-ready PDF, and back everything up to a file you control. • Home Maintenance: HVAC filters, smoke alarms, gutters, the water heater and more, with reminders when they're due. • Vehicle Log: oil changes, tire rotations, registration and inspections by date or mileage, plus a cost log with receipt photos. • Daily Quotes & Tips: a quote or practical tip at the times you choose, from Stoic wisdom to humor. NOTES & SECURITY • Notes Capture: type, dictate, or photograph handwriting and have it turned into text. Markdown formatting, copy and share. • Password Generator: strong passwords and memorable passphrases, stored in a vault that's encrypted on your iPhone and locked with Face ID or your passcode. Copied passwords clear from the clipboard after 60 seconds. BEACON BITS Earn Beacon Bits for using the app each day, keep your streak going, and unlock new color themes. PRIVACY & PRICING Your notes, inventory, vehicles and passwords stay on your iPhone, and there's no account to create. Handwriting photos are sent only for transcription, and weather and exchange rates need an internet connection. BeaconAI Tools is free with ads. An optional Ad-Free subscription removes them. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DistancePinner4 screens
BeaconAI Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DistancePinner at fortnightly against BeaconAI Tools's every 3 months. BeaconAI Tools's advantage is iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. DistancePinner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and BeaconAI Tools sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DistancePinner ships an update fortnightly, BeaconAI Tools every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
DistancePinner versus BeaconAI Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDistancePinnerBeaconAI Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (275 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings275 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMapnitude Company LimitedSteven Landrum

Bugs and requests

DistancePinner

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App crashes when saving images
  • App crashes when exporting map as image
  • App crashes when clicking 'return' arrow
  • App crashes and loses all saved data
  • Adverts freeze the application
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  • Cannot enter positions without scrolling the map
  • Cannot measure distances across large bodies of water
  • New update has poor layout
  • Cannot put more than a few pins down before it switches off

Requested features

10 requests
  • Option to purchase ad-free version
  • Ability to rename saved paths
  • Search facility for locations
  • Lat/Long display for cursor position
  • Ability to switch auto-locator on/off
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  • Ability to lock 'north up' feature
  • Print functionality
  • Display distance in nautical miles
  • Easier way to delete pins
  • More detailed instructions

BeaconAI Tools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DistancePinner

Subscriptions3
  • Plus Upgrade$1.991 Month
  • Plus Upgrade$9.996 Months
  • Plus Upgrade$17.991 Year
7 purchases

BeaconAI Tools

Subscriptions2
  • Ad Free Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Ad Free Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time5
  • Starter_500$1.99
  • Boost_1500$3.99
  • Best_Value_4000$7.99
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  • Power_Pack_10000$14.99
  • Vault_25000$24.99

Questions

Is DistancePinner free?
DistancePinner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeaconAI Tools free?
BeaconAI Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DistancePinner or BeaconAI Tools have ads?
Both DistancePinner and BeaconAI Tools show ads.
Which is updated more often, DistancePinner or BeaconAI Tools?
DistancePinner ships an update fortnightly, and BeaconAI Tools every 3 months. Most recently, DistancePinner was updated on November 10, 2026 and BeaconAI Tools on November 9, 2026.

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