# Construction Calculator vs Decks Builder

The clearest difference is rating: Construction Calculator at 4.7 against Decks Builder's 2.0. Construction Calculator also leads on ratings volume (22 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Construction Calculator sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Decks Builder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Construction Calculator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Calculator has 22 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Construction Calculator | Decks Builder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calculator-pro/id6753908597/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decks-builder-deck-plans/id6762336024/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 49 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shapkin Dev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845645309) | [Jalsaa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451276283) |

## What reviewers say

### Construction Calculator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calculator-pro/id6753908597)

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for construction professionals and DIY enthusiasts. It offers precise calculations for decking, roofing, stairs, concrete, and more, with support for both metric and imperial units. Designed for jobsite use, it works offline and provides clear visuals for accurate on-site measurements.

**Highlights:** Decking and flooring calculations, Roofing material and coverage estimators, Stair and stringer rise/run calculations, Concrete, asphalt, and gravel volume estimators, Slope, pitch, and angle framing helpers, Unit converter with mixed-unit support, Offline functionality

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Carpenter PRO - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Carpenter PRO — Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| RL Level & Benchmark Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gravel Volume Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Stair Stringer & Rise Run Calc | $3.99 | one-time |
| Soil Excavation Volume Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Asphalt Tonnage Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Right Triangle & Pitch Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Running Measurements Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unit Converter: Feet & Metric | $3.99 | one-time |
| Paint Area Coverage Estimator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $39.99 | one-time |


### Decks Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decks-builder-deck-plans/id6762336024)

Design and plan custom decks with a framing-first approach. Visualize your projects in 3D, generate material estimates, and export plans in various formats. Ideal for contractors and serious DIYers.

**Highlights:** Framing-first deck workflow, 3D project review, Material takeoffs and cost estimates, Multiple export formats (PDF, CSV, DXF, SVG), Support for various deck types, Live 2D deck plans

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Construction Calculator free?

Construction Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Decks Builder free?

Decks Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Construction Calculator or Decks Builder?

Construction Calculator is rated higher. Construction Calculator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Decks Builder averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Construction Calculator or Decks Builder have ads?

Neither Construction Calculator nor Decks Builder shows ads.

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