Comparison

Hammer Construction Calculator vs Architect Calculator

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

Head to head
About

Hammer Construction Calculator

This app provides advanced construction calculations, including feet-inch-fraction math and specialized tools for various trades. It also offers material takeoff and PDF quote generation, with features for jobsite planning and notes.

Highlights
  • Feet-inch-fraction math with metric conversion
  • 20 specialized trade calculators with diagrams
  • Material takeoff and PDF quote generation
  • Jobsite plans and notes with blueprint support
  • Offline functionality
  • Customizable rounding and unit support
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The construction calculator that finishes the job: feet-inch-fraction math, 20 trade calculators, and a material takeoff that turns into a professional PDF quote — all in one app. WHY PROS SWITCH TO HAMMERCALC FEET-INCH-FRACTION MATH, DONE RIGHT - Mix feet, inches, millimeters, and meters in one calculation - Tape-measure fraction strip: tap or slide to enter 1/16s faster than typing - Results in feet-inches AND metric, side by side - Custom rounding: 1/16", 1/32", 1/64", or decimal 20 TRADE CALCULATORS — EACH WITH A LIVE DIAGRAM - Framing: rafters (hip/valley/jack cut lists, birdsmouth), roof squares & flashing, wall framing with stud counts, rake walls - Stairs: rise, run, stringers — with IRC code checks built in (max riser, tread, headroom, 2R+T comfort) - Outdoor: decks, fences (incl. chain-link), concrete bags/yards/rebar, baluster spacing (4" sphere rule) - Finishes: drywall, paint, tile, flooring, siding - Layout & lumber: square footage with cutouts, board feet & cost, cut list optimizer (fewest boards, least waste), compound miter/crown, triangle & pitch, circle/arc layout - Every field label explains itself — long-press for a diagram FROM CALCULATION TO QUOTE — NO OTHER CALCULATOR DOES THIS - One tap sends any tool's material list to a project takeoff - Buy-list smarts: rounds up to lengths the yard actually sells, never orders short - Check off materials on site as you load the truck - Price book remembers what you paid last time - Add labor, markup, and tax — export a branded PDF quote with your logo - Share as PDF, CSV, or plain text PLANS & NOTES ON THE JOBSITE - Load blueprint PDFs and photos — auto-saves your page, zoom, and position - Job notes with one-tap capture of any calculation - Quick links to your building codes and span tables BUILT FOR THE FIELD - Works fully offline. No ads. No popups. No data collection. - Dark mode for early starts, haptic keys, 12 accent colors - English & Español — switch live in Settings - iPhone, iPad, and Mac PERFECT FOR Carpenters • Framers • Contractors • Remodelers • Deck builders • Estimators • Engineers • Machinists • Architects • Serious DIYers TRY IT FREE FOR 7 DAYS Full access to everything. No commitment — cancel anytime. A subscription is required after the trial. Auto-renews unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in Settings > [Your Apple ID] > Subscriptions. Support: hammercalc@gmail.com Terms: https://www.hammerstorm.co/terms Privacy: https://www.hammerstorm.co/privacy

About

Architect Calculator

Features
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Architect Calculator is a specialized calculator app built for architects and engineers. It goes beyond basic arithmetic, offering intelligent unit conversion and dimensional calculations with ease. Two Calculation Modes Convert Mode: Perform precise unit conversions with a dedicated Conv button, supporting chained conversions and mixed-unit results. UnitCalc Mode: Handle normal and unit-aware calculations, automatically detecting numbers with or without units. Key Features Mixed unit parsing and intelligent reordering (e.g., “5m 30cm” → “5m 30cm”) Support for fractions, square root, and dimensional multiplication (length → area → volume) Calculation history with preserved unit and fraction formatting Smart display cycling for results in multiple unit formats Adaptive layout for iPhone and iPad, in both portrait and landscape Session-based history and intuitive keypad with specialized buttons Architect Calculator ensures precision and clarity for professionals working with architectural and engineering measurements, while remaining intuitive for everyday use.

Screenshots

Hammer Construction Calculator3 screens
Architect Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Architect Calculator at none against Hammer Construction Calculator's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Hammer Construction Calculator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Architect Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Hammer Construction Calculator versus Architect Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHammer Construction CalculatorArchitect Calculator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developergarrett hiebertFoxDoo IT Solutions Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hammer Construction Calculator

Subscriptions2
  • HammerCalc Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • HammerCalc Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
None

Architect Calculator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hammer Construction Calculator free?
Hammer Construction Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Architect Calculator free?
Architect Calculator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hammer Construction Calculator or Architect Calculator have ads?
Neither Hammer Construction Calculator nor Architect Calculator shows ads.

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