Comparison

Bubble Level vs Tape Measure

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

Head to head
About

Bubble Level

Features
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A bubble level, plumb bob and angle finder in one app β€” hold your phone against a wall, post or shelf and read the exact tilt in degrees, percent grade or roof pitch. Most level apps stop at a bubble sliding in a tube. PlumbLine adds the tool the trades actually reach for: a digital plumb bob that swings to the side a wall leans and snaps green at true vertical, a two-axis surface check that tells you which edge sits low, and a calibration step that cancels out a slightly bent case so every later reading is honest. WHAT YOU GET - Know instantly whether a wall, post or door jamb is truly vertical, not just "close enough" - Level a shelf, picture frame or rail on the first try instead of nudging and re-checking - See if a worktop, tile or table is flat on both axes, and exactly which edge to shim - Read any slope three ways β€” degrees, percent grade, or rise-in-12 roof pitch β€” with no math - Freeze a reading with Hold, so you can lower the phone and still see the number - Keep a timestamped log of every check, so you can prove what was true when you left the job PERFECT FOR - DIYers hanging frames, shelves, mirrors and curtain rails - Carpenters, tilers and finish trades checking jambs, studs and worktops - Homeowners setting fence posts, gates and decking - Anyone who wants a straight result without carrying a spirit level around WHY NOT JUST USE A POCKET SPIRIT LEVEL? A physical level tells you the bubble is "about" centred. PlumbLine gives you the number β€” 0.4 degrees of lean, low on the right β€” plus a pass or fail badge against a tolerance you set yourself, and a saved record afterwards. It is already in your pocket, and it never gets left in the van. PRIVACY Everything runs on the motion sensor already in your device. No account, no ads, no tracking, no internet connection needed. Your readings and saved log stay on your phone. FULL ACCESS PlumbLine Premium unlocks the full toolkit β€” plumb bob, spirit level, surface check, the angle finder with percent and roof-pitch units, fine calibration, and the saved measurement log. Choose a weekly plan, a yearly plan, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Restore Purchases is always available in Settings. Open PlumbLine, press a long edge of your phone flat against the next wall you were about to eyeball, and see how far off it really is. Not for surveying, aviation or safety-critical alignment. Readings are approximate. Terms of Use (EULA): https://web-levi.web.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://web-levi.web.app/privacy-policy Questions? Contact tphuc.work@gmail.com

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Tape Measure

Features
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Measure anything with your camera. Point, tap, done β€” your iPhone becomes an AR measuring tool. MEASURE DISTANCES Tap two points to measure. Chain points to measure like a real tape. LIVE TAPE MODE Drop a point and pull β€” the distance updates live as you move, with haptic ticks. AREA & PERIMETER Tap the corners of a floor, wall or table to get area and perimeter instantly. RING SIZER Find your ring size at home. Calibrate once with a bank card and match any ring on screen. SAVED HISTORY Every measurement is saved automatically. Rename, review and share whenever you need. UNITS Switch between metric (m, cm, mm) and imperial (ft, in) with one tap. SNAPSHOT & SHARE Capture your measurement with overlays and share it. Note: AR measurements are approximate (Β±1–2 cm) and are not a substitute for professional tools. Premium unlocks unlimited history, area measurement and the ring sizer. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use (EULA): This app uses Apple's standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VTP4tpVMS5_EEFfYYFawgPgpUz2D17wce9fEVa_SVEY/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Bubble Level4 screens
Tape Measure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bubble Level at none against Tape Measure's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Bubble Level sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Tape Measure sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bubble Level ships an update monthly, Tape Measure every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Bubble Level versus Tape Measure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBubble LevelTape Measure
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhuc PhamMeric Gller

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Bubble Level

Subscriptions2
  • Bubble Gauge Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Slope Finder Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Angle Meter, Pay Once$49.99
3 purchases

Tape Measure

Subscriptions2
  • Tape Measure Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Tape Measure Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tape Measure Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Bubble Level free?
Bubble Level is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tape Measure free?
Tape Measure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bubble Level or Tape Measure have ads?
Tape Measure shows ads; Bubble Level does not.
Which is updated more often, Bubble Level or Tape Measure?
Bubble Level ships an update monthly, and Tape Measure every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bubble Level was updated on September 21, 2026 and Tape Measure on September 19, 2026.

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