Comparison

Ruler® vs Tape Measure™

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

Head to head
About

Ruler®

This app provides a versatile toolkit for all your measurement needs. It includes a classic ruler, a tape measure, and a camera ruler for precise measurements. Easily switch between units and document your findings by adding measurements directly to photos.

Highlights
  • Classic ruler and tape measure
  • Camera ruler mode
  • Photo measures mode
  • Dual unit support (inches/cm)
  • Precision sliders for small objects
  • Elegant and user-friendly interface
Features
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Your Comprehensive Ruler Solution for Your Phone! Experience the ultimate ruler toolkit on your phone, featuring a classic ruler, a tape measure, and a camera ruler. Key Features: - Elegant Design: Enjoy a stylish and user-friendly interface for all your measurement needs. - Dual Units: Easily switch between inches and centimeters for versatile measuring. - Precision Sliders: Accurately measure small objects with intuitive sliders. - Camera Ruler Mode: Utilize your phone's camera to measure objects seamlessly. - Photo Measures Mode: Add measurement data directly to your photos for organized documentation. Make every measurement a breeze with our complete ruler solution! Download now for a sleek and efficient measuring experience. Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Tape Measure™

Transform your device into a versatile digital toolkit for precise measurements. Create 2D and 3D floor plans, scan rooms, and measure distances with advanced AI and computer vision. Ideal for DIY projects, home renovations, and professional use.

Highlights
  • Tape Measure
  • Ruler
  • Height Tool
  • 2D Floor Plans
  • 3D Floor Plans
  • 3D Scanner
  • Area Tool
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Join 10M+ people using our tools to get the job done. Tools and Features: • Tape Measure • Ruler • Height Tool • Bubble Level • 2D Floor Plans • 3D Floor Plans • 3D Scanner • Area Tool • TV Sizer • Surface Level • Flashlight • Screenshots • Snap & Chain measurements • Imperial and Metric • Much more Measure anything with precision & accuracy. Advanced AI and computer vision transform your iPhone into a digital toolset that's always on hand. - New - Tape Measure is available on Apple Vision Pro! Note: - The Level Tool & Flashlight are currently not available on iPad devices. - The 3D Floor Plan tool requires a Lidar enabled iPhone or iPad. Get the job done with Tape Measure Pro: Subscribing to Tape Measure Pro gives you access to all Tools & Features within the app plus an ad free experience while you are an active subscriber: • You can subscribe to a weekly, monthly or yearly plan that comes with a free 3 day trial. • The payment 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. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via iTunes Account Settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases our subscriptions. Terms: tapemeasure.app/terms Privacy: tapemeasure.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Ruler®4 screens
Tape Measure™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Tape Measure™ at weekly against Ruler®'s every 6 weeks. Tape Measure™ also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 22%) and chart position (#62 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Ruler® sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Tape Measure™ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Ruler® against 4.4 for Tape Measure™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35K and 89K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 22% of Ruler®'s written reviews are positive against 38% of Tape Measure™'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler® ships an update every 6 weeks, Tape Measure™ weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Ruler® versus Tape Measure™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler®Tape Measure™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (35K ratings)4.4 (89K ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.9% of reviews37.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings35K89K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#62 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTue Nguyen MinhLevel Labs, LLC

Customer experience

Ruler®

All ratings35,090 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral4.0%
Negative13.1%
Written reviews575 reviews
Positive21.9%
Neutral2.8%
Negative75.3%

Tape Measure™

All ratings88,708 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews663 reviews
Positive37.9%
Neutral4.4%
Negative57.8%

User reviews

Ruler®

From 35K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate measurements
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔍 Convenient for small items
  • 📏 Useful ruler tool

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paywall for basic features
  • ⏱️ Limited free usage time
  • 🔍 Inaccurate for larger objects
  • 🙅‍♀️ Aggressive monetization tactics

Tape Measure™

From 89K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate measurements
  • 🔍 Useful measuring tools
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate measurements
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
  • 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation
  • 🙅‍♀️ Difficult to cancel subscription

Bugs and requests

Ruler®

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent measurements
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to switch between metric and imperial units without paying
  • Improved accuracy for larger measurements
  • Removal of time limits on free usage

Tape Measure™

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Measurements randomly shift or disappear
  • App crashes or freezes frequently
  • Flashlight feature not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow customization of measurement units
  • Improve accuracy of measurements
  • Provide more free tools without subscription
  • Make subscription pricing more reasonable

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Ruler®

Subscriptions1
  • Ruler Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$1.997 Days
One-time1
  • Pro Features$1.99
5 purchases

Tape Measure™

Subscriptions3
  • Tape Measure Pro3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Tape Measure Pro3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Tape Measure Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Remove Ads Forever$2.99
  • Tape Measure Pro$49.99

Questions

Is Ruler® free?
Ruler® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tape Measure™ free?
Tape Measure™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ruler® or Tape Measure™?
Tape Measure™ is rated higher. Ruler® averages 4.3 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while Tape Measure™ averages 4.4 from 89K ratings.
Do Ruler® or Tape Measure™ have ads?
Neither Ruler® nor Tape Measure™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ruler® or Tape Measure™?
Ruler® ships an update every 6 weeks, and Tape Measure™ weekly. Most recently, Ruler® was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tape Measure™ on September 24, 2026.

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