Comparison

Easy Build vs Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup

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

Head to head
About

Easy Build

This app helps construction professionals accurately measure perimeters, areas, and missing dimensions on plans. It allows for easy marking, annotation, and sharing of project details, improving efficiency on-site and for quoting. Supports both metric and imperial units.

Highlights
  • Accurate perimeter and area measurement
  • Calculate missing measurements
  • Mark up and annotate plans
  • Export marked-up plans
  • Supports metric and imperial units
  • Onboard calculator
Features
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NOTE - We have decided to move the Full version of Easy Build to a standalone application. Don’t worry if you have bought this app without the in-App purchase as you are still able to use its full functionality by restoring your purchase.  Thank you for your support. - Lite Version - The most accurate scale and measurement app. Having troubles with your plans on-site? Easy Build is your answer. Getting frustrated with squaring up your set out? Can’t find or calculate a measurement? With a couple of taps, Easy Build will find your missing measurement. Easy Build provides an inbuilt perimeter and area measuring tool, there will be no more dramas calculating those odd-shaped builds with no area on the plan. Easily share marked-up plans with colleagues or trades by exporting directly to email, print or iTunes. Work more efficiently. Easy Build makes take-offs for quotes quick, easy and accurate. You will wonder how you ever have done without it. Easy Build will save you time and money! √ Very easy to use √ Upload your PDF drawings by directing the file from your email or Itunes account. Open it in the 'Easybuild' app and recreate your project. √ Measure perimeters and areas accurate and fast no matter the shape √ Measure in diagonals quick and easy √ Mark and measure in those missing measurements ready for site √ Colour code different areas for a clear explanation √ Quickly and accurately place anchor points with the help of a magnifying glass √ Onboard calculator available √ Draw custom lines and rectangles √ Create pen and highlighter marks with the simple drag of a finger √ Quickly add and edit your own text annotations √ Fast and responsive, even for complex PDFs √ Export annotated PDFs direct to email, print or iTunes √ Create and save as many projects as you like √ Supports both Metric and Imperial units ---Lite Version--- The limitations of the Lite version are you cannot import projects, though we have provided a plan for you to test the features of this app. Please follow the link to purchase the Pro version if you think this app will be beneficial to your organisation. If you would like to import plans you will need to buy Easy Build Pro. Check out the videos in the help section of this Lite version to see how it's done. Visit us online! Like us on facebook EasyBuild app.

About

Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup

Enhance your PDF workflow with powerful annotation and markup tools. This app offers a dynamic and intuitive experience for editing, drawing, and adding text to your documents. Access your work across multiple devices and collaborate in real-time.

Highlights
  • Dynamic PDF annotation tools
  • Cross-platform access and cloud sync
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Insert text, images, lines, and shapes
  • Convert images to PDF
  • Redact sensitive information (Pro)
  • Measurement tools (Pro)
Features
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Powerful PDF tools at your fingertips. The latest PDF technology and software for a better experience. With an intuitive UI designed for delight – there’s a better way to PDF! Do your best work with Drawboard. - Dynamic PDF tools that feel good to use - Multi-platform access and storage. Where you are, your work is. - Paperless. A way of working for a sustainable future TOOLS FOR EVERY JOB Fast, responsive, and accurate markup tools. Draw with best-in-class ink for flawless Apple Pencil hand-feel and finally replace pen and paper. CROSS-PLATFORM ACCESS ON ANY DEVICE Upload your annotated PDFs to the cloud and mark up with others in real time with instant sync. Go Pro in-app for additional storage capacity and advanced features. WORK YOUR WAY Customize your workspace by docking your favorite tools and build a toolbar that works for you! MORE - Text review markup - freehand highlighter, text highlighter, underline, strikeout, squiggly on PDF. - Insert lines and shapes - cloud tool, rectangle, ellipse, line, arrow, polygon and polyline on PDF. - Add text with a range of fonts and text styling options - Insert images and camera photos onto PDFs. - Convert JPG and PNG image files to PDF. - Write, annotate, ink and draw on PDFs. - Customize and edit annotation colors, stroke widths, and opacities. - Create new blank PDF documents of different size, color, orientation and page count. - Insert, rotate and delete PDF pages. - Open, read, mark up and save large and complex PDF documents. GET MORE WITH PRO - Redact text and sections of your PDF documents - Measure elements on your page with length and area measurement tools and smart page calibration - Add callouts, hyperlinks and audio notes to your documents - On-page ruler - measure objects on your page with the ease of using a tape measure

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup at 4.8 against Easy Build's 1.0. Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (2K vs 1). Easy Build's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Easy Build sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup has 2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Easy Build's written reviews are positive against 64% of Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Easy Build ships an update every 5 months, Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Easy Build versus Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasy BuildDrawboard PDF Annotate, Markup
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.8 (2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews64.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEasy Build Application Pty LtdDrawboard Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Easy Build

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral10.5%
Negative42.1%

Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup

All ratings1,965 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews295 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral12.2%
Negative23.4%

Bugs and requests

Easy Build

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Annotations not syncing properly between devices
  • Unexpected loss of work and unsaved changes
  • Scrolling and page navigation issues
  • Compatibility problems with certain PDF files
  • Text input box disappearing after scrolling

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add page flattening and form filling options
  • Improve eraser tool and precision
  • Implement a dark mode
  • Provide better organization and folder support
  • Add more customization options for tools and UI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Easy Build

One-time1
  • Import PDFs$11.99
8 purchases

Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup

Subscriptions6
  • Pro Lite7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Pro Plus7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Unlimited7 Days trial$18.991 Month
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  • Pro Lite7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Pro Plus7 Days trial$83.901 Year
  • Pro Unlimited7 Days trial$159.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Plus$10.00
  • Pro Unlimited$20.00

Questions

Is Easy Build free?
Easy Build is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup free?
Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Easy Build or Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup?
Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup is rated higher. Easy Build averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup averages 4.8 from 2K ratings.
Do Easy Build or Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup have ads?
Neither Easy Build nor Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Easy Build or Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup?
Easy Build ships an update every 5 months, and Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup every 11 days. Most recently, Easy Build was updated on October 3, 2026 and Drawboard PDF Annotate, Markup on October 15, 2026.

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