Easy Reference Measure vs ImageMeter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Easy Reference Measure
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Measure real-world lengths directly from your photos—fast and simple! This app turns your smartphone into a powerful measuring tool. By including a reference object such as a ruler or a coin in your photo, you can instantly calculate the actual size of any object captured. Whether for research, DIY, or hobbies, this app makes measuring more accessible than ever. *Key Features Accurate length measurement from photos Use reference objects (rulers, coins, cards, etc.) to set the scale Zoom, pan, and reset gestures for precise control Double-tap to reset zoom and position Save and share annotated images with measurement results *How It Works Capture or Select a Photo Take a new photo with your camera or select one from your gallery. Make sure to include a reference object such as a ruler or a coin. Set Calibration Points Tap the start and end points of the reference object (e.g., the 0 cm and 10 cm marks of a ruler). Enter the real-world length between these two points to calibrate the scale. Measure the Object Tap the start and end points of the object you want to measure. The app instantly calculates and displays the actual length. Save and Share The measurement result is added as a clear annotation on the photo. Save the annotated image and share it via email, messaging apps, or social media. *Use Cases Check the size of pipes, screws, gaskets, etc. Measure materials and objects for DIY projects Document lengths for study and research Assist in laboratory, or experimental records Complex Shape Length Simple, intuitive, and reliable. With this app, your smartphone becomes a portable digital ruler—always ready when you need it.
ImageMeter
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ImageMeter puts measurements and notes directly into your photos. No more hand-drawn sketches that nobody understands: take a photo on site, draw the dimensions where they belong, add notes, detail images, or audio notes, and send a clear document to your clients and colleagues. ImageMeter is used by tradespeople, carpenters, kitchen and interior designers, property managers, sign makers, insurance assessors and many more. ENTER MEASUREMENTS YOUR WAY • Bluetooth laser meters: send measurements straight into the image. ImageMeter supports most laser distance meters with Bluetooth and, where the device allows it, triggers measurements remotely (https://imagemeter.com/manual/bluetooth/devices). • Measure in the image: set a reference, such as a known wall size, a sheet of paper or a known length, and ImageMeter calculates lengths and areas, even on surfaces seen in perspective. • Or simply type in the values from your tape measure. TOOLS FOR EVERY JOB • Lengths, areas, angles, circles and rectangles • Measurement strings and polylines • Counting tool • Text notes, freehand drawings and arrows • Audio notes and detail pictures inside the image • Line styles, colors, font sizes and arrowheads • Brightness, contrast and saturation for poorly lit photos PDF PLANS AND FORMS Import floor plans and drawings from PDF files. ImageMeter takes the scale of the drawing into account, so you can measure right on the plan. Fill your PDF forms directly in the app. EXPORT AND SHARE • Images as JPEG or PNG, annotated PDF documents and PDF reports • Data tables for bills of materials or measurement logs, ready for your spreadsheet • Editable image files for other ImageMeter users YOUR CLOUD, YOUR DATA Sync your images with the cloud storage of your choice: OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, your own Nextcloud/WebDAV server or SFTP. Continue working on your office computer with ImageMeter for macOS, Windows and Linux. FREE, PRO AND BUSINESS ImageMeter is free to download and try. The free version has a limited number of measurements per image, and exported images carry a watermark. Pro (one-time purchase) adds: unlimited measurements, no watermarks, PDF import and annotation, subfolders, unlimited range for Bluetooth laser meters, circles and rectangles, measurement strings, counting tool, perspective length measurement and audio notes. Business (monthly or yearly subscription) includes everything in Pro, plus image sync between your devices and backup to your own cloud storage, your company logo on images, data table export and layers. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel them in your App Store account settings. ImageMeter® and the ImageMeter logo are registered trademarks of "Dirk Farin - Algorithmic Research e.K." in the EU and the USA. All other product names, logos and brands are the property of their respective owners. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/43586350
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Easy Reference Measure at none against ImageMeter's 3. ImageMeter's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). 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
Both are free to download. ImageMeter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. Easy Reference Measure asks for nothing beyond the download.
Easy Reference Measure ships an update every 9 days, ImageMeter every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Easy Reference Measure | ImageMeter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hideo Nose | Dirk Farin |
In-app purchases
Easy Reference Measure
No in-app purchases
ImageMeter
- Business (monthly)1 Month trial$4.491 Month
- Business (yearly)1 Month trial$42.991 Year
- Pro$18.99
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