Comparison

Deck Calculator Pro vs BuilderCalc

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

Head to head
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/

About

BuilderCalc

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The construction calculator a contractor actually uses on the job site — tile, drywall, concrete, paint, framing — every material estimate, with waste built in. Tap a project. Answer 2–3 questions. BuilderCalc tells you exactly how much to buy — humanized ("Buy 3 gallons, about $90–$140"), the shopping list to bring, and the mistakes that cost real money every year. FIVE GUIDED PROJECT FLOWS • Paint a room — wall area minus openings, primer + coats, gallon estimate • Tile a bathroom — square footage, box count, waste factor, grout volume • Build a deck (Pro) — joist spacing, beams, posts, footings, decking, fasteners • Install drywall (Pro) — sheets by room, screws, mud, tape • Pour a concrete slab (Pro) — slab, footers, columns, bags or yards EVERY FLOW INCLUDES • The humanized result, not just decimals • The shopping list to bring to the hardware store • The mistakes to dodge — sourced from JLC, Fine Homebuilding, This Old House, and the IRC PLUS 14 PRO CALCULATORS UNDERNEATH Tile Ā· Drywall Ā· Concrete Ā· Paint Ā· Flooring (LVP, hardwood, laminate, carpet) Ā· Framing (studs, plates, headers) Ā· Roofing (squares, underlayment, ridge cap) Ā· Layout (diagonal squareness, stair stringer, rake/run/rise) Ā· Materials waste Ā· Square footage Ā· Conversions Ā· Volume Ā· Coverage Ā· Cost-per-unit WHO IT'S FOR Contractors, remodelers, handymen, framers, finish carpenters. Homeowners running a real project. Anyone who'd rather take an extra coffee break than re-measure for the third time. FREE vs PRO Free forever: paint and tile flows + all 14 calculators. Pro unlocks deck, drywall, and concrete flows; saved-job worksheets; cost-per-square-foot tracking. One-time or subscription. Subscriptions auto-renew until cancelled. Manage in your Apple ID Subscription Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://doublevision.company/privacy OFFLINE. NO ACCOUNT. NO ADS. The job site doesn't always have signal. Neither does this app, by design.

Screenshots

Deck Calculator Pro4 screens
BuilderCalc4 screens

Verdict

The call

Deck Calculator Pro and BuilderCalc 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 Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Deck Calculator Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and BuilderCalc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Deck Calculator Pro versus BuilderCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeck Calculator ProBuilderCalc
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRYAN KIMDouble Vision USA LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Deck Calculator Pro

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

BuilderCalc

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$74.99

Questions

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

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