Construction Guru vs Budova Calc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Construction Guru
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A complete construction calculator. One price. No subscriptions. $19.99. One time. Every feature. No subscription. Ever. Try everything free for 30 days. No credit card required. WHAT'S INCLUDED Core Calculator - Feet-inch-fraction math - Length, width, height, area & volume - Unit conversions (imperial & metric) - Triangle solver (SSS/SAS/ASA/AAS/SSA) - Paperless tape - 9-slot memory Framing Module - Right-angle solver (pitch, rise, run, diagonal) - Rafter calculator with bird's mouth details - Hip/valley rafters with backing angles - Stair calculator with IRC code compliance - Stringer cutting guide - Stud calculator with sheet count - Floor joist calculator - Baluster spacing with code checks - Fence project planner (multi-run, gates, shared corners) - Compound miter calculator - Rake wall calculator - Roofing estimator Tools Module - Trigonometry (sin/cos/tan/asin/acos/atan) - Board feet with species pricing - Circle & arc calculator - Percentage & square root BUILT FOR THE JOBSITE - Large touch targets that work with gloves - High contrast display readable in sunlight - Keep-screen-on mode - Works fully offline - Every calculation feels instant WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT - Visual layout previews and diagrams - Shareable results with professional formatting - IRC & IBC code compliance flags - Configurable fraction resolution (1/16", 1/32", 1/64") - Rounding indicators show when a measurement falls between fraction marks - Live-updating guided calculators - 4 themes and 6 button styles - Auto-saves your work
Budova Calc
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Budova Construction Calculator helps you quickly estimate materials and costs for common construction and renovation tasks. The app includes simple calculators for masonry, concrete, plaster, drywall, tiles, paint, flooring, roofing, insulation, metalwork, and electrical work. It is designed for homeowners, builders, contractors, and anyone who needs fast construction estimates. Budova is not a replacement for professional engineering or architectural calculations. It is a practical helper for quick estimates and everyday construction planning. Key features: - Easy construction material calculators - Electrical calculators: cable sizing, breakers, lighting - 2D/3D Room Planner with furniture, estimates and PDF - Project cost estimates - Saved calculation history - Favorite calculators for quick access - Simple and clean mobile interface
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Budova Calc at none against Construction Guru's 1. Construction Guru's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Construction Guru sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Budova Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.
Construction Guru ships an update daily, Budova Calc every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Construction Guru | Budova Calc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jaime McGauley | Roman Kukla |
In-app purchases
Construction Guru
- Full Access Unlock$19.99
Budova Calc
No in-app purchases
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