Thread Gauge vs Write on PDF
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Thread Gauge
This app transforms your iPhone into a precise thread measurement tool. Simply photograph a screw next to a reference card to accurately determine its pitch and diameter, identifying the closest standard in both metric and imperial units.
- Measures metric and imperial threads
- Identifies closest standard match
- Uses reference card for scale
- On-screen guidance for photography
- Offline processing, no data tracking
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Thread Gauge turns your iPhone into a precision thread gauge. Photograph a screw next to a common reference card, and it measures the thread's pitch and diameter, then identifies the closest matching standard — in both metric and imperial. No calipers, no thread gauge set, no guesswork. Just a photo. HOW IT WORKS Lay the screw on a plain background, parallel to a reference card: a credit or ID card (85.6 mm) or a full-size SD card. Use the light intensity slider to apply enough light to minimize shadows around the screw. Use the bubble level to find the best lighting angle — a green dot inside the circle is ideal. Move your phone closer or farther to get the sharpest focus; the sharper the image, the more precise your measurement. Snap a photo or pick one from your library, choose which card you used, and tap Measure. ThreadGauge uses the card as a known scale to compute the real-world thread pitch and major diameter. It all runs on your device — no server, no account, no tracking. Nothing you photograph ever leaves your iPhone. WHAT IT IDENTIFIES - Metric coarse and fine (M-series) - Imperial UNC and UNF - Thread pitch (mm and TPI) and major diameter - The closest standard match, with a confidence indicator When two standards are nearly identical — for example, a #10-32 and M5×0.8 — Thread Gauge flags the ambiguity so you can confirm with a physical gauge instead of trusting a borderline read. FEATURES - Metric and imperial in one tool - Tap to look up any identified size online - On-screen guidance for lighting, angle, and framing - Made for makers, machinists, mechanics, and anyone holding a mystery bolt PRICING Your first 3 measurements are free. One simple in-app purchase unlocks unlimited measurements — no subscription, ever. PRIVACY Thread Gauge collects no personal data, and your photos stay on your device. Questions or feedback? Email imad.naqqash@gmail.com
Write on PDF
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# Write on PDF Write, type, draw, highlight, sign, and add notes directly to your PDF documents. Write on PDF gives you the tools you need to quickly mark up PDFs without complicated editing software. Open your document, make your changes, and save your updated PDF. ## WRITE & ADD TEXT Add text anywhere on your PDF. Perfect for filling documents, adding answers, making corrections, or adding extra information. ## DRAW & ANNOTATE Use drawing and annotation tools to mark up documents naturally. Circle important information, add handwritten notes, or draw directly on the page. ## FILL PDF FORMS Complete PDF documents and forms from your iPhone or iPad. Add the information you need without printing the document first. ## SIGN DOCUMENTS Add your signature directly to PDF documents for a fast and convenient way to complete forms and paperwork. ## HIGHLIGHT IMPORTANT TEXT Highlight important sections of your documents so you can quickly find the information that matters. ## ADD NOTES Add notes and annotations while reading, reviewing, or studying PDF documents. ## MADE FOR EVERYDAY PDF EDITING Write on PDF is useful for: * Filling PDF forms * Signing documents * Adding text to PDFs * Annotating documents * Highlighting important information * Writing notes * Drawing on PDFs * Reviewing documents * Completing worksheets * Marking up study materials Whether you're working with forms, notes, school documents, business files, or personal PDFs, Write on PDF makes it easy to make changes directly from your device. Open your PDF and start writing. Subscription Details: • Title: Savory All Access • Length: 1 year • Price: $39.99 per year and $7.99 per month (auto-renews) • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b2FQZ_HK2I_6ZBJhiaJw_Vii5aKW9D4dYjGfP9C8efU/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Thread Gauge at none against Write on PDF's 3. 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. Write on PDF sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Thread Gauge asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Thread Gauge | Write on PDF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imad Jawad | Fenuku Kekeli |
In-app purchases
Thread Gauge
No in-app purchases
Write on PDF
- All Access for a week$4.997 Days
- All Access for a year$39.991 Year
- All Access$99.99
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