Comparison

Chief As vs RE

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

Head to head
About

Chief As

Easily capture 3D floor plans of rooms using your iPhone or iPad's LiDAR scanner. Edit and import these models directly into desktop design software for remodeling projects. Streamline documentation of existing spaces and client collaboration.

Highlights
  • 3D floor plan capture via LiDAR
  • In-app 3D model editing
  • Import to Chief Architect desktop software
  • Client room scanning capability
  • Precise measurement tools
  • Cloud sharing
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Capture 3D floor plans of rooms by scanning or drawing on your iPhone or iPad. Make edits and import them directly into Chief Architect’s desktop software to begin remodeling. The As-Built app helps you quickly document existing room conditions. Even your clients can scan their rooms for you, saving you time. Remodeling has never been easier! The As-Built app uses the built-in LiDAR sensors on your iPhone or iPad to create a 3D model of your space. As you point your device around the room, moving up and down, you see the 3D model take shape. LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) uses pulsed lasers to measure distances and generate 3D models. Once the scan is complete, you can view the result in 3D and further edit it, for example, by entering exact dimensions from the screen or using a connected Bluetooth laser for precise measurements. There are also tools to add text notes and room and wall tools to refine the space. When you’re done, share the model in the cloud and access it with Chief Architect’s desktop design software to begin the remodel process.

About

RE

Features
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RE:Agent replaces the stack of apps real estate agents juggle every day — and puts everything in one place, built specifically for how agents work. Search live MLS listings, plan GPS-guided showing tours, message your buyers, capture feedback on the spot, track your mileage for taxes, and manage your clients — all without switching apps. ONE APP. EVERY TOOL. Stop juggling a CRM, a property search tool, a showing scheduler, a mileage log, and a calculator app. RE:Agent brings them together in one seamless workflow that keeps you and your buyers in sync from first showing to final decision. LIVE MLS SEARCH Search active listings on an interactive map with radius search, price filters, bed/bath requirements, and property type. Or just describe what you want — "4 bed, 3 bath with a 3-car garage under $900k" — and let the app find it. Full MLS details, every listing photo, AI-generated highlights, and open house schedules, right in the app. One-tap views for New Listings, Price Reductions, Open Houses, Back on Market, and Recently Sold. GPS-GUIDED SHOWING TOURS Plan multi-stop showing tours with optimized routing, timed itineraries, and entry codes for every property. Navigate stop to stop with one tap, and mark each home visited as you go. No more scrambling for lockbox codes at the door. Have a complete showing tour scheduled in a few minutes, not an hour. AUTOMATIC MILEAGE TRACKING Capture the miles you drive on every showing tour — leg by leg — plus standalone business drives. Categorize trips, add notes, and export clean CSV and PDF reports, complete with addresses and dates, for tax season. No separate mileage app required. BUYER COLLABORATION & MESSAGING Invite buyers for free with a simple access code. They get their own app to search, save favorites, and request showings — on phone, tablet, or the web. Message them directly in the app, and get real-time feedback, star ratings, and notes after every property visit. BUILT-IN FINANCIAL CALCULATORS Answer buyer questions on the spot with mortgage, closing cost, debt paydown, and rent vs. buy calculators — no third-party app required. CLIENT ACTIVITY TIMELINE See every interaction with your buyers in one timeline — showings scheduled, properties shared, listings liked, and messages received. Tap any notification to jump straight to the property, conversation, or showing, so you always know where your clients stand. RE:Agent is designed for licensed real estate agents. An active MLS membership is required. Buyer seats are always included free.

Screenshots

Chief As4 screens
RE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RE at every 9 days against Chief As's every 2 months. RE also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chief As ships an update every 2 months, RE every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Chief As versus RE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChief AsRE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size162 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChief ArchitectPocket Software LLC

In-app purchases

None

Chief As

No in-app purchases

None

RE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chief As free?
Chief As is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RE free?
RE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chief As or RE have ads?
Neither Chief As nor RE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chief As or RE?
Chief As ships an update every 2 months, and RE every 9 days. Most recently, Chief As was updated on October 25, 2026 and RE on October 17, 2026.

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