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

This app provides a comprehensive suite of measuring tools, including a tape measure, ruler, and level, to help you measure lengths, heights, areas, and rooms. It also offers 3D room scanning and planning features for home projects. Easily switch between units and share your measurements.

Highlights
  • Tape Measure
  • Ruler
  • Height Measure
  • Area Measurement
  • Level Tool
  • Room Plan
  • 3D Room Scanning
Features
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Your everyday measuring toolkit, right in your pocket. Measure lengths, heights, areas, rooms and surfaces with a complete collection of measuring and level tools built for iPhone and iPad. Tools & Features: • Tape Measure • Ruler • Height Measure • Area Measurement • Level Tool • Bubble Level • Surface Level • Room Plan • 3D Room • 3D Scanner • TV Size • Flashlight • Snap & Chain Measurements • Save Measurement Screenshots • Imperial & Metric Units • Export & Share • And more MEASURE ANYTHING Turn your device into a convenient digital measuring toolkit. Use Tape Measure for real-world measurements, Ruler for smaller objects, Height Measure for people and objects, and Area Measurement for walls, floors and other surfaces. LEVEL IT PERFECTLY Check horizontal and vertical alignment with the Level Tool, or use Surface Level to check flat surfaces. Get clear readings directly on your screen whenever you need to hang, position or align something. MEASURE & PLAN ROOMS Measure spaces, create room plans and keep useful dimensions together for home projects, furniture placement and everyday planning. EXPLORE IN 3D Create and view 3D room measurements and scan supported spaces in 3D. 3D functionality may vary depending on your device's hardware capabilities. FIND THE RIGHT TV SIZE Check measurements and visualize the space available for your TV or screen before deciding what fits. MADE FOR EVERYDAY MEASURING Whether you're measuring furniture, checking a wall, finding someone's height, leveling a picture frame or measuring an entire room, the tool you need is only a tap away. Save measurements, switch between Imperial and Metric units, chain multiple measurements together, and share or export your results when needed. HONEST PRICING No confusing pricing. No hidden charges. See the price and subscription period clearly before you subscribe. Any free trial, when offered, is shown upfront, and you can manage or cancel your subscription anytime through your Apple ID settings. UNLOCK MORE WITH PRO Upgrade to PRO for access to premium measuring tools, room scanning and additional features. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Payment is charged to your Apple account. Manage or cancel in Settings, Apple ID, Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://binaryedgecomputing.co.uk/privacy Terms of Use: https://binaryedgecomputing.co.uk/terms Keep a Tape Measure, Ruler, Level Tool and more with you wherever you go.

Screenshots

Ruler®4 screens
Tape Measure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tape Measure at 5.0 against Ruler®'s 4.3. Tape Measure also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). Ruler®'s advantage is ratings volume (35K vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). 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 Tape Measure sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tape Measure holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ruler® has 35K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ruler® ships an update every 2 months, Tape Measure daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Ruler® versus Tape Measure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRuler®Tape Measure
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (35K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings35K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTue Nguyen MinhBinary Edge Computing LTD

Customer experience

Ruler®

All ratings35,109 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral4.0%
Negative13.1%
Written reviews576 reviews
Positive21.9%
Neutral2.8%
Negative75.3%

Tape Measure

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Tape Measure

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
4 purchases

Tape Measure

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan$12.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$99.99

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 5.0 from 1 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 2 months, and Tape Measure daily. Most recently, Ruler® was updated on October 24, 2026 and Tape Measure on October 8, 2026.

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