# Measuring Tape vs GroupCalc

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GroupCalc at 100% against Measuring Tape's 12%. GroupCalc also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Measuring Tape's advantage is ratings volume (400 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.1 vs 16.6). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

GroupCalc is free to download; Measuring Tape costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

GroupCalc holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Measuring Tape has 400 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Measuring Tape's written reviews are positive against 100% of GroupCalc's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Measuring Tape | GroupCalc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (400 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape/id547095145/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupcalc/id6742123551/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **400** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 11.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 10 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.1** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Boris Kalinin](https://appshunter.io/developer/400047582) | [Witter Studio Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796955918) |

## What reviewers say

### Measuring Tape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measuring-tape/id547095145)

Measure the shortest air distance between two points using GPS with high accuracy. Track your progress like a physical tape measure, with distances shown in multiple units. Ideal for outdoor measurements of land, properties, and sports fields.

**Highlights:** GPS-based distance measurement, Measures air distance, Maximum available accuracy, Distances in yards, meters, kilometers, miles, Continuous distance counters, Direction arrow to starting point

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Works well
- ⭐ Excellent for shooting sports
- ⭐ Quick way to get distance measurements

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Doesn't work on newer iPhones
- 🚫 Reset button not visible or accessible
- 🚫 Inaccurate measurements
- 🚫 App crashes or doesn't open

**Reported bugs**

- Reset button not visible or accessible
- App crashes or doesn't open
- Measurements are inaccurate or inconsistent

**Requested features**

- Add option to choose true north or magnetic north
- Provide more measurement options (bearing, heading, etc.)


### GroupCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupcalc/id6742123551)

This utility assists school photographers in organizing subjects for group photos. It's designed to streamline the process of arranging individuals for class or club pictures.

**Highlights:** Group photo organization, Subject arrangement, Class photo planning, Club photo setup, Streamlined photography process

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Measuring Tape free?

Measuring Tape costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GroupCalc free?

GroupCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Measuring Tape or GroupCalc?

GroupCalc is rated higher. Measuring Tape averages 4.0 out of 5 from 400 ratings, while GroupCalc averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Measuring Tape or GroupCalc have ads?

Neither Measuring Tape nor GroupCalc shows ads.

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