Comparison

Ruler® vs Mėasuring Tape

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

Mėasuring Tape

Transform your phone into a versatile measuring toolkit. Accurately measure length, height, area, and create floor plans using augmented reality. Includes a screen ruler and level tool for various tasks.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality measuring
  • Length, height, and area calculation
  • Floor plan creation
  • Screen ruler
  • Level tool
  • Metric and imperial units
Features
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AR Ruler: Tape Measure – Complete Measurement Tools Turn your phone into a smart toolkit! AR Ruler: Tape Measure brings a full set of measuring instruments right into your pocket, making it simple to measure length, height, area, and even create floor plans! Tools included: 1) Smart Ruler – Select a starting point in space with your phone’s camera, then mark the end point to see the distance. Multiple measurements can be placed on one screen for easy comparison. 2) Height Measurement – Set a base point and move upward to instantly calculate the height of an object. 3) Area Calculator – Place three or more points to form a shape and get both the perimeter and area. For rectangular objects, the app can automatically detect and display the correct shape. 4) Floor Plan Creator – Measure wall lengths from corner to corner to build a simple room layout with dimensions and area. Save the result as an image or share it. 5) Screen Ruler – Two rulers in centimeters and inches appear along the edges of the screen, allowing you to measure small items directly. 6) Level Tool – A virtual spirit level with a moving bubble and tilt percentage to check balance and alignment. Extra Features: • Screenshot Capture – Save your measurements as images in the gallery or share them. • Tutorial – Clear step by step instructions with tips for accurate measuring. • Settings – Switch between metric and imperial units (m/inch). Note: Only the Smart Ruler tool is available in the basic version of the app. Access to all other tools requires a subscription. AR Ruler: Tape Measure is the complete measuring toolkit for everyday tasks, home projects, and professional use — always at hand. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ARqQKedM8HeqnD3vsnwv-P5QjtIxKHYxT9YamYS87DQ/edit?usp=sharing Term of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xzVf5pjWdD1D6TD8xXvbWYm46Asqgf-VXmVyKduCjuw/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Ruler®4 screens
Mėasuring Tape4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Ruler® at 4.3 against Mėasuring Tape's 3.9. Ruler® also leads on ratings volume (35K vs 29) and review sentiment (22% vs 0%). Mėasuring Tape's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Mėasuring Tape sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ruler® holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ruler® has 35K ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Ruler®'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Mėasuring Tape's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler® ships an update every 6 weeks, Mėasuring Tape every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and July 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Ruler® versus Mėasuring Tape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler®Mėasuring Tape
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (35K ratings) — better3.9 (29 ratings)
Positive reviews21.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings35K — better29
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTue Nguyen MinhFOOD WAY SH.P.K.

Customer experience

Ruler®

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

Mėasuring Tape

All ratings17 ratings
Positive64.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative35.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Mėasuring Tape

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Ruler®

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

Mėasuring Tape

Subscriptions2
  • Tape Measure Premium$5.997 Days
  • AR Ruler Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
One-time1
  • AR Ruler Lifetime$119.99

Questions

Is Ruler® free?
Ruler® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mėasuring Tape free?
Mėasuring Tape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ruler® or Mėasuring Tape?
Ruler® is rated higher. Ruler® averages 4.3 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while Mėasuring Tape averages 3.9 from 29 ratings.
Do Ruler® or Mėasuring Tape have ads?
Neither Ruler® nor Mėasuring Tape shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ruler® or Mėasuring Tape?
Ruler® ships an update every 6 weeks, and Mėasuring Tape every 2 weeks. Most recently, Ruler® was updated on September 26, 2026 and Mėasuring Tape on July 3, 2026.

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