Comparison

Handy Tools vs Ringy Flow

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

Head to head
About

Handy Tools

Features
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One app. Seven tools. Zero guesswork. Handy Tools puts a complete jobsite toolkit on your Home Screen — from metal detection to sound analysis, precise levelling to GPS compass. Every measurement is saved automatically and can be exported in seconds. WHAT'S INSIDE 1. Metal Scanner Your phone's magnetometer picks up ferrous metals — nails, screws, steel studs, rebar — hidden behind drywall, plaster, or tile. A live micro-tesla gauge and adjustable sensitivity threshold give you full control over detection. Calibrate once, scan with confidence. 2. Spirit Level Lay your device on any surface and read the tilt instantly. The bubble indicator responds in real time, accurate to a tenth of a degree. Works in both landscape and portrait orientation — ideal for shelves, countertops, and appliance installs. 3. Sound Meter A real-time decibel display that tracks current, minimum, and peak noise. Five colour-coded bands — from Silent to Harmful — make it easy to evaluate workshop noise, check room acoustics, or document sound conditions on a jobsite. 4. Compass Calibrated through Core Location, so it reads exactly like the built-in iOS compass. Shows magnetic or true heading, cardinal direction, plus your latitude and longitude for site orientation and outdoor layout work. 5. Ruler Place small parts on the screen and measure directly — toggle between centimetres and inches without reaching for a tape. 6. Protractor Touch to set an angle, then lock the reading. Handy for mitre cuts, trim work, and verifying corner angles during framing. 7. Flashlight Instant torch for crawl spaces, attics, panel boxes, and anywhere else the overhead light doesn't reach. SAVE & EXPORT Tap the bookmark icon on any tool screen to store a reading. All saved measurements live in the History tab where you can: - Filter by tool type - Swipe to remove individual entries - Clear everything at once - Export a timestamped CSV — complete with device info — and share it via email, AirDrop, or any file app HOME SCREEN WIDGET Add a small or medium widget to see your most recent measurement without launching the app — useful for repeated checks during a project. BUILT FOR REAL WORK - Works offline — no account, no internet required - Dark interface — easy on the eyes in dim spaces - Lightweight — under 30 MB, launches instantly - Privacy-first — all data stays on your device GO PREMIUM Remove ads and unlock every tool without limits. Pick the plan that works for you — weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-year, annual, or pay once and keep it forever. Cancel any time, no questions asked. SENSOR NOTE Metal detection relies on the iPhone magnetometer and responds only to iron-based (ferrous) metals. Aluminium, copper, and brass will not register. Wall thickness, phone case material, and nearby electronics can affect readings. For best accuracy, remove protective cases before scanning. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lrez5JbVuwOdMWoS4Oc98xDR7oXa_Nt1qc6tsDQjpQs/edit?usp=sharing

About

Ringy Flow

Easily create custom ringtones and text tones from videos, audio files, or recordings directly on your device. Offers precise trimming, volume control, and studio effects for professional-sounding alerts. All processing is done locally for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Create ringtones from videos
  • Create text tones from audio
  • Precise waveform trimming
  • Volume boost and auto-normalize
  • Studio effects (echo, speed, filter)
  • Import various audio formats
  • On-device processing for privacy
Features
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Ringy Flow turns any video, recording or audio file into a custom ringtone or text tone — right on your iPhone, 100% on device. MAKE TONES YOUR WAY • Pick a video from your library and extract the audio • Trim precisely with a draggable, zoomable waveform • Choose Ringtone (up to 30s) or SMS Tone (up to 10s) • Preview instantly and export in one tap RINGY STUDIOS PRO Upgrade to unlock the full studio: • Fade in / out for smooth, professional tones • Volume boost and auto-normalize for quiet clips • Record audio with the microphone • Import audio files (MP3, M4A, WAV and more) • Studio effects: echo, speed and phone filter • Unlimited tones and re-editing PRIVATE BY DESIGN Everything is processed on your device. Your videos never leave your phone. Ringy Studios Pro is offered as an auto-renewable subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Handy Tools4 screens
Ringy Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Handy Tools at none against Ringy Flow's shown. Handy Tools also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). Ringy Flow's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 7 months). On price, 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. Handy Tools sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Ringy Flow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Handy Tools ships an update every 7 months, Ringy Flow weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Handy Tools versus Ringy Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandy ToolsRingy Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHanna FreitagAbdulgani Gungor

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Handy Tools

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Ringy Flow

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is Handy Tools free?
Handy Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ringy Flow free?
Ringy Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Handy Tools or Ringy Flow have ads?
Ringy Flow shows ads; Handy Tools does not.
Which is updated more often, Handy Tools or Ringy Flow?
Handy Tools ships an update every 7 months, and Ringy Flow weekly. Most recently, Handy Tools was updated on October 31, 2026 and Ringy Flow on October 31, 2026.

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