Comparison

Carpenter Tools vs Deck Calculator Pro

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

Head to head
About

Carpenter Tools

This app simplifies carpentry calculations for framing, roofing, stairs, and more. Quickly get accurate measurements and material counts without complex formulas or spreadsheets. Ideal for on-site work, shop use, or estimating.

Highlights
  • Framing calculations
  • Rafter and roof calculations
  • Stair rise and run
  • Material count estimation
  • Imperial and metric units
  • Helpful diagrams
  • Optional cost fields
Features
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Every answer comes with a drawing. Change the wall length and the studs move on the plate. Change the rise and the stair redraws with its risers, treads and stringer, checked against common code limits. What you measured is in black; what you cut and buy is in red. Type it like you read the tape: feet, inches and fractions on a keypad built for lengths. • Wall framing, rough openings, rake walls, stud layout and square checks • Stairs, common rafters, hips and valleys • Decks, fences, concrete slabs, footings and post holes • Sheathing, drywall and flooring • Baseboard, casing, miters and crown, cabinet boxes, face frames and shelf pins • Tape calculator with memory, cut lists, board feet, triangles, arcs and plan scales Feet and inches, decimal feet or metric, on iPhone and iPad. Share any drawing as a picture with its numbers. Always check your local code before you cut.

About

Deck Calculator Pro

Features
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Plan and build your dream deck with confidence! Deck Calculator Pro is the complete material estimator for DIY homeowners and professional contractors alike. CALCULATE ALL YOUR MATERIALS IN SECONDS Simply enter your deck dimensions and instantly get accurate quantities for: • Deck boards - with size recommendations • Joists - including rim joists • Posts - properly spaced for your design • Beams - with linear footage calculations Unlike other deck calculators that only estimate flooring, our app calculates your ENTIRE deck frame - everything you need from foundation to finish. ADVANCED CUSTOMIZATION Fine-tune your project with adjustable parameters: • Joist spacing (12", 16", or 24" on center) • Board width options • Post spacing for proper support • Material sizes based on your deck dimensions FEATURES EVERYONE LOVES • Clean, intuitive interface • Real-time calculations as you adjust • Works completely offline • No account required • Haptic feedback for satisfying interactions --- PRO FEATURES - Unlock the Full Experience COST ESTIMATION Enter your local material prices and get instant budget calculations: • Per-item cost breakdown (boards, joists, posts, beams) • Total project cost estimate • Adjust prices anytime as costs change DECK VISUALIZATION See your deck come to life with a scaled 2D preview showing: • Board layout and spacing • Joist placement • Post positions • Beam locations • Color-coded legend for easy reference SAVE UNLIMITED PROJECTS • Save multiple deck designs • Load previous projects instantly • Perfect for comparing options or managing multiple jobs SHARE WITH CONTRACTORS • Export your complete material list • Share via Messages, Email, or any app • Professional format ready for quotes --- PERFECT FOR: • DIY homeowners planning a new deck • Contractors estimating materials for bids • Home improvement enthusiasts • Anyone renovating their outdoor living space SUPPORTED DECK TYPES: • Pressure-treated lumber decks • Composite decking (Trex, TimberTech, etc.) • Cedar and redwood decks • Ground-level and elevated designs • Attached and freestanding decks --- WHY DECK CALCULATOR PRO? Most deck calculators only tell you how many deck boards you need. That's just the surface - literally! Your deck's structural integrity depends on properly calculated joists, posts, and beams. We built this app because we couldn't find a simple, accurate tool that calculated ALL deck components. No complicated software, no overwhelming features - just the essential calculations you need to plan your project right. Whether you're a weekend warrior tackling your first deck or a seasoned contractor running multiple jobs, Deck Calculator Pro gives you the numbers you need to build with confidence. --- Download now and start planning your perfect outdoor space! Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdfula/

Screenshots

Carpenter Tools4 screens
Deck Calculator Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

Carpenter Tools and Deck Calculator Pro are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Carpenter Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Deck Calculator Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Carpenter Tools versus Deck Calculator Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCarpenter ToolsDeck Calculator Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (10 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSergii NesterenkoRYAN KIM

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Carpenter Tools

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$12.99
2 purchases

Deck Calculator Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$1.99

Questions

Is Carpenter Tools free?
Carpenter Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deck Calculator Pro free?
Deck Calculator Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Carpenter Tools or Deck Calculator Pro have ads?
Neither Carpenter Tools nor Deck Calculator Pro shows ads.

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