Comparison

FieldCalc Pro vs Measuring Tape

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

Head to head
About

FieldCalc Pro

Features
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FieldCalc Pro puts 28 professional trade calculators in your pocket — built for the job site, referenced to real codes, and 100% offline. ELECTRICAL (NEC 2023) Ohm's Law, Voltage Drop, Wire Sizing with DLO cable & parallel conductor support, Conduit Fill, Load Calculator, Motor FLA, Transformer Sizing, Breaker & Fuse Sizing, Power Factor Correction. HVAC (ASHRAE) BTU Heat Load, CFM Airflow, Duct Sizing, Equipment Sizing, Refrigerant Charge, Ventilation Rate (ASHRAE 62.1), Psychrometric, Heat Exchanger, Cooling Tower. CONSTRUCTION (IRC / ACI) Concrete Volume, Paint Coverage, Lumber Framing, Drywall Estimator, Roof Pitch & Area, Gravel & Aggregate, Brick & Block, Rebar Spacing (ACI 318-19), Staircase (IRC R311.7), Tile Estimator. EVERY CALCULATOR SHOWS ITS CODE Each result cites the applicable standard and edition year. Compliance badges show whether a calculator is code-compliant, standards-referenced, or an estimation tool. Wire sizes display both AWG/kcmil and mm² for international use. PRO FEATURES - All 28 calculators unlocked - Job-site photo attachments (up to 3 per calculation) - Batch calculations — compare up to 20 scenarios side by side - PDF reports with your company logo and license number - CSV export for estimating and documentation - Imperial/metric toggle on all results - Calculation history with search and trade filter - Unlimited projects - iCloud sync across devices FREE FEATURES - 6 calculators (2 per trade) with full code references - Unit converter with AWG-to-mm², HP-to-kW, and more - 1 project - Works 100% offline — no account, no internet, no tracking BUILT FOR THE FIELD - Large touch targets for gloves and sunlight - Input memory remembers your last values - Haptic feedback on calculations and compliance results - Spotlight search — find any calculator from your home screen - Quick Actions — jump to recent calculators from the app icon Start with a 7-day free trial. $4.99/month or $49.99/year after trial. Support URL: https://www.bytecovesoftware.com/fieldcalc/support Marketing URL: https://www.bytecovesoftware.com/fieldcalc Privacy Policy URL: https://www.bytecovesoftware.com/fieldcalc/privacy

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Measuring Tape

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a smart measuring tool with the power of augmented reality. Using your device’s camera and AR technology, our app helps you measure objects, spaces, and distances quickly and conveniently—anytime and anywhere. Whether you're planning a renovation, arranging furniture, working on a DIY project, or simply need quick measurements, the app provides accurate results directly on your screen. Key Features: - AR measurement tools for length, height, width, and distance - Measure rooms, furniture, walls, and everyday objects - Support for multiple measurement units, including inches, centimeters, and meters - Save and review your measurement history anytime - Precision alignment tools for more accurate results - Clean, intuitive, and easy-to-use interface Perfect For: - Home improvement and renovation projects - Interior design and furniture planning - Real estate and space management - DIY tasks and everyday measurements Designed for both beginners and professionals, the app makes measuring simple, fast, and accessible without the need for additional tools. Premium features unlock advanced measurement capabilities, unlimited saved measurements, and an ad-free experience. Subscriptions can be managed or canceled anytime through your device settings. Measure smarter and simplify your everyday tasks with a convenient digital measuring companion. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/measure-tape-privacy-policy/0b5ef870-f7b6-4025-a5e3-2ba71d15a4c3/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FieldCalc Pro4 screens
Measuring Tape4 screens

Verdict

The call

FieldCalc Pro and Measuring Tape 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. FieldCalc Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Measuring Tape sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FieldCalc Pro versus Measuring Tape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFieldCalc ProMeasuring Tape
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.617.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTroy BeardenThe Grey Sheep Company ehf

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FieldCalc Pro

Subscriptions2
  • FieldCalc Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • FieldCalc Pro Yearly$49.991 Year
3 purchases

Measuring Tape

Subscriptions3
  • QuickMeasured PRO (weekly)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • QuickMeasured PRO (monthly)3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • QuickMeasured PRO (yearly)3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is FieldCalc Pro free?
FieldCalc Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Measuring Tape free?
Measuring Tape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FieldCalc Pro or Measuring Tape have ads?
Neither FieldCalc Pro nor Measuring Tape shows ads.

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