Comparison

LogPlan vs LogMaster

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

Head to head
About

LogPlan

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LogPlan turns a log into a cutting plan. Scan the log ends with your phone — and it lays out every cut, every rotation, every board, with the exact height settings for your mill. Built for small sawmills and the people who run them, it follows the wood the whole way: from the log in the woods to the dry board on the shelf. HARVEST Register logs where they fall. Use the phone camera to scan the log ends and it will automatically read dimensions, detect pith and log length, and create a thumbprint of the log for later identification at the mill. SAWMILL Load a log, add your board dimensions, and LogPlan works out the rest — then walks you through the cut sequence one pass at a time. Mill height settings in millimetres/inches and "clicks" (if supported by the mill) for adjustments between cuts. Both chain mills and band mills supported. DRYING YARD Stack your boards and track them as they dry. LogPlan forecasts the moisture curve for each stack from real climate data, and pins every group to its spot in the yard, so you know what's where and when it's ready. No labels stapled to the wood — point your phone at the pile and a tag floats over each board group, showing its live moisture and drying curve right where the boards sit. Mixed dimensions in one stack each get their own. — LogPlan is free to plan cuts for manually entered dimensions. Sawmill Starter and Sawmill Pro unlock measuring logs with your phone, saved logs, harvest registration, drying tracking and more. • Sawmill Starter and Sawmill Pro are auto-renewing subscriptions, billed monthly or yearly. • Prices are shown in the app and vary by region. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription renews automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use: https://millingly.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://millingly.com/privacy

About

LogMaster

Instantly measure logs and get optimal cutting solutions using LiDAR technology. Reduce waste and improve lumber quality for portable sawmills. Works offline and keeps all data on your device.

Highlights
  • LiDAR log scanning
  • Instant cutting solutions
  • Optimized lumber yield
  • Offline operation
  • Data stays on device
  • Portable sawmill focus
Features
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Scan a log on your portable sawmill, have a cutting solution produced instantly. LogMaster uses the iPhone (or iPad) LiDAR system to measure logs and calculate an optimal cutting solution specific to your defined sawmill. Less waste, more lumber. No more off-size cuts and mountains of re-saw. Do it once, do it correctly. Become a Log Master today! Your sawmill efficiency will sky rocket, and you will produce more quality boards than ever before. BUILT FOR THE FIELD Log Master is designed to work where you work — outdoors, on the landing, at the mill, or in the bush. Scans complete in seconds. No internet connection required. All data stays on your device. WHO IT'S FOR LogMaster is built for portable sawmill operators, small and mid-sized sawmill businesses, woodlot owners, log buyers, and anyone who needs fast, reliable log measurement without a tape measure and a scaling stick, or anyone who wants a decent output estimate from a log almost instantly. LogMaster pairs with LogScanner - field scans can move between devices to reach the Sawyer. LogMaster is an advanced sawing consultant: it analyzes logs for the best lumber output and builds a cut plan to do it. REQUIREMENTS LogMaster requires an iPhone 12 Pro or later with a LiDAR Scanner. Compatible with iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, and later Pro models. SUBSCRIPTION LogMaster is available as a monthly or annual subscription. Subscriptions are managed through your Apple ID. Cancel any time. IMPORTANT Log measurements are estimates based on LiDAR sensor data and are intended as decision-support tools. Results may vary based on scanning conditions, log surface, and device. LogMaster is not a certified scaling instrument and does not satisfy legal scaling requirements where applicable. Terms of Use: https://www.bunyansoftware.com/eula Privacy Policy: https://www.bunyansoftware.com/privacy

Screenshots

LogPlan4 screens
LogMaster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LogPlan at 15.0 against LogMaster's 17.0. On price, ads, 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. LogPlan sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and LogMaster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LogPlan versus LogMaster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLogPlanLogMaster
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMillingly ASBunyan Software

In-app purchases

4 purchases

LogPlan

Subscriptions4
  • Sawmill Starter$4.991 Month
  • Sawmill Pro7 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Sawmill Starter$49.991 Year
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  • Sawmill Pro7 Days trial$119.991 Year
3 purchases

LogMaster

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$14.991 Month
  • 6 Month$79.996 Months
  • Annual$149.991 Year

Questions

Is LogPlan free?
LogPlan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LogMaster free?
LogMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LogPlan or LogMaster have ads?
Neither LogPlan nor LogMaster shows ads.

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