Comparison

Heft vs Ruler

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

Head to head
About

Heft

Instantly estimate the weight of any object using your iPhone camera. Get reliable weight estimates with a clear confidence range, no physical scale needed. Ideal for shipping, travel, or everyday curiosity.

Highlights
  • AI weight estimation from photos
  • Confidence range for reliability
  • Measurement history
  • Support for multiple units (kg, lbs, oz, g)
  • LiDAR-enhanced accuracy on Pro devices
  • Optional subscription for advanced features
Features
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Heft is the AI weight estimator that turns your iPhone camera into a portable scale - instantly. Snap a photo of any object and get a weight estimate with an honest confidence range. No scale? No problem. Whether you're sizing up a parcel before the post office, weighing luggage before a flight, or just curious how heavy something is - point your camera, tap the shutter, and Heft delivers a weight estimate with the AI's actual confidence shown next to it. No fake precision, no gimmicks. You see exactly how much the AI trusts its own answer. HOW IT WORKS 1. Point your camera at any object 2. Tap to capture 3. Get an instant weight estimate with confidence range Heft is transparent by design. Every estimation comes with a confidence percentage and a weight range, so you always understand how reliable the result is. FEATURES • Instant AI weight estimation from a single photo • Confidence ring shows estimation reliability at a glance • Measurement history - every estimation saved and searchable • Support for kilograms, pounds, ounces, and grams • Light and dark mode • Home screen widget for quick access to recent estimations (Heft+) • CSV export for your measurement data (Heft+) • Clean, minimal design - no clutter, no ads HEFT+ (OPTIONAL UPGRADE) • Unlimited daily estimations (free tier: 3 per day) • LiDAR-enhanced accuracy - real object dimensions for tighter estimates (Pro devices) • Smart AI model - upgraded AI for more precise results • Full measurement history access • Home screen widget • CSV data export LIDAR-ENHANCED ACCURACY On iPhone Pro and iPad Pro with LiDAR, Heft measures real object dimensions using ARKit depth sensing. These physical measurements are sent alongside the photo to the AI, producing significantly tighter confidence ranges. PRIVACY FIRST • Photos are processed transiently - never stored on any server • All estimations stored on-device only • No personal data collected • Analytics are anonymous (Firebase Analytics - IDFA disabled, no ad tracking, no cross-app tracking) • See our privacy policy for full details PERFECT FOR • Shipping & postage - estimate parcel and package weight before the post office • Travel - will this bag be overweight before the check-in counter? • Kitchen & cooking - quick weight checks without a food scale • Curiosity - "How heavy is that rock?" • Education - teach kids about mass and weight Heft is built in Australia with a focus on honesty, privacy, and delightful design. Download Heft and start estimating - no scale required. Subscription auto-renews; cancel at least 24 hours before period ends via Apple ID settings. Prices may vary by country/region. Privacy Policy: https://tchelow.com/heft/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Ruler

Features
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Ruler is a clean and accurate measuring app designed for quick everyday measurements. Whether you're measuring small objects, checking dimensions, or comparing sizes, Ruler provides an intuitive and reliable experience with a beautiful modern interface. Features: • Horizontal ruler • Vertical ruler • Two-point measurement • Body measurement guide • Millimeters, centimeters, and inches • Optional bank card calibration for improved accuracy • Share measurements as an image • Light and Dark mode • Arabic and English support • Fast, simple, and elegant design For better accuracy, you can optionally calibrate the ruler using a standard bank card. Ruler is perfect for students, designers, engineers, DIY projects, office work, shopping, and everyday use. Please note: Measurements may vary depending on your device and calibration. This app is intended for everyday measurements and is not designed for engineering, construction, medical, or other safety-critical purposes. Thank you for choosing Ruler. Ruler هو تطبيق مسطرة بسيط ودقيق صُمم للقياسات اليومية السريعة. سواء كنت تقيس أشياء صغيرة، أو تتحقق من الأبعاد، أو تقارن الأحجام، يوفر لك Ruler تجربة سهلة وواجهة حديثة تساعدك على القياس بسرعة ودقة. المميزات: • مسطرة أفقية • مسطرة عمودية • قياس بين نقطتين • دليل قياس الطول والأجسام • القياس بالملم والسنتيمتر والإنش • معايرة اختيارية باستخدام بطاقة مصرفية لتحسين الدقة • مشاركة القياسات كصورة • الوضع الفاتح والداكن • دعم العربية والإنجليزية • تصميم سريع وبسيط وأنيق للحصول على أفضل دقة، يمكنك معايرة التطبيق باستخدام بطاقة مصرفية قياسية. يعد Ruler مناسبًا للطلاب، والمصممين، والمهندسين، والأعمال اليدوية، والتسوق، والاستخدام اليومي. ملاحظة: قد تختلف نتائج القياس حسب نوع الجهاز والمعايرة. التطبيق مخصص للقياسات اليومية العامة، ولا يُستخدم للأغراض الهندسية أو الطبية أو الإنشائية أو أي استخدامات تتطلب دقة حرجة. شكرًا لاختيارك Ruler.

Screenshots

Heft4 screens
Ruler4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ruler at none against Heft's 1. Ruler also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. Heft sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Ruler asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Heft versus Ruler: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeftRuler
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTchelowAl-rahaal Explorer For General Trading, Training And Development Company

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Heft

Subscriptions1
  • Heft+$9.991 Year
None

Ruler

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Heft free?
Heft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ruler free?
Ruler is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Heft or Ruler have ads?
Neither Heft nor Ruler shows ads.

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