Range Finder・Tape Measure vs 3D MyScanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Range Finder・Tape Measure
Transform your phone into a powerful measuring tool using augmented reality. Accurately measure distances, areas, perimeters, and heights of objects and rooms simply by pointing your camera. Ideal for home improvement, design, and quick on-the-go measurements.
- Measure distances with camera
- Calculate area and perimeter
- Estimate object heights
- AR overlay for real-time measurements
- Works on various surfaces
- Supports imperial and metric units
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Measure distance, area and perimeter with the camera you already carry. Range Finder gives you three ways to get a number, so you are not stuck when the target is too far for AR or you have no tape at hand. REFERENCE MODE — MEASURE THINGS THAT ARE FAR AWAY Most camera measuring apps stop working a few meters out. Reference mode does not use AR at all — it works as a camera rangefinder. Pick an object whose real height you know — a person, a car, a traffic cone, a door, a suitcase — line the outline up with what you see through the camera, and the distance appears. Pinch to zoom and drag with one finger to fit the outline precisely. It keeps going long after a tape measure runs out and where a short-range AR ruler gives up — the building across the river, the tree next door, the sign on the other side of the road. DISTANCE MODE — POINTS, LINES AND BENT PATHS Drop two AR points and read the straight line between them. Range Finder also splits that line along gravity, so you get the vertical height and the horizontal distance separately instead of one diagonal number. Keep adding points and it measures a multi-segment polyline — useful for a wall that turns a corner or a path that is not straight. AREA MODE — SURFACES AND PERIMETER TOGETHER Place three or more points, and the shape closes into a polygon. You get the area and the perimeter in the same result card, which is what you actually need when you are pricing flooring, turf, paint or fencing. REFERENCE OBJECTS Reference outlines cover people (adult and child), cars, SUVs, pickups, vans and trucks, city and folding bikes, scooters, traffic cones, bollards, fire hydrants, doors, suitcases and backpacks, office chairs, standing desks, bookshelves, fridges, washing machines, microwaves, bottles and cans, basketballs and bowling pins. A reference height can be adjusted to match the object in front of you. MEASUREMENT HISTORY YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE Every finished distance and area measurement can be saved with a screenshot, the value and a timestamp. Rename entries, mark favorites, filter them, and share a single record or a whole filtered set as CSV. The last 200 measurements are kept on the device. FEATURES • Reference distance from a known height, no AR required • Distance calculator for two AR points, with vertical and horizontal breakdown • Multi-point polyline for bent paths and total segment length • Area calculator: polygon area with perimeter in the same reading • Reference outlines for people, vehicles, doors and cones, with adjustable heights • Metric and imperial units, adjustable decimal places • Crosshair aiming, guide lines and on-screen prompts • Saved history with screenshot, favorites, rename and CSV export • Haptic feedback and a language picker PRIVACY AND LIMITS Everything is calculated on your device. There is no account, no sign-up, and your measurements and screenshots never leave the phone. Range Finder does not use GPS, maps or satellite imagery — it measures what the camera can see, not a plot drawn on a map. It is not a laser instrument either: AR and reference readings are estimates, good enough to plan, price and compare, not a substitute for a calibrated instrument when an official figure is required. Point, measure, save. Download Range Finder and get the number you need. Terms of Use: https://zeroplay.io/docs/legal/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://zeroplay.io/docs/legal/privacy-policy
3D MyScanner
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3D MyScanner transforms your iPhone into a powerful room scanning and measurement tool. Whether you're an architect, interior designer, contractor, or homeowner — get precise 3D models, floor plans, and AR measurements in seconds. SCAN & PLAN 3D Room Plan Walk around any room and let the app automatically generate an accurate 3D model. No manual drawing required. Perfect for renovation planning, real estate documentation, and space visualization. Floor Plan Create clean, detailed floor plans of any room or space. Export and share with clients, contractors, or your design team instantly. MEASUREMENT TOOLS Tape Ruler Measure any distance with your AR camera. Point, tap, and get instant accurate measurements — no physical tape measure needed. Level Check if any surface, shelf, or object is perfectly level. Fast and reliable. Area Calculate the surface area of any wall, floor, or object directly through your camera. Real Ruler A real-scale ruler displayed on your screen. Always in your pocket, always ready. WHY 3D MyScanner? - Fast and Easy — Scan a full room in under a minute - Accurate — Powered by your iPhone's AR technology - No Extra Hardware — Works on any compatible iPhone - Save Projects — All your scans stored and organized - Location Tagging — Know exactly where each scan was taken - Multiple Units — Switch between cm, inches, and more PERFECT FOR - Interior designers and architects - Real estate agents and photographers - Contractors and renovation professionals - Homeowners planning furniture layout - Anyone who needs quick, reliable measurements SAVE AND MANAGE All your room scans are saved as projects. Easily rename, organize, and revisit any scan. Track perimeter, number of walls, and location — all in one place. Download 3D MyScanner today and measure smarter, plan faster, and work better.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 3D MyScanner at none against Range Finder・Tape Measure's 1. 3D MyScanner also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). Range Finder・Tape Measure's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price 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
Both are free to download. Range Finder・Tape Measure sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 3D MyScanner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Range Finder・Tape Measure ships an update every 6 weeks, 3D MyScanner every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Range Finder・Tape Measure | 3D MyScanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ZeroPlay Ltd. | Orkhan Rzayev |
In-app purchases
Range Finder・Tape Measure
- Lifetime Access$14.99
3D MyScanner
No in-app purchases
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