# MapPoint vs Map Ruler

The clearest difference is rating: Map Ruler at 3.8 against MapPoint's 1.0. Map Ruler also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 0%) and ratings volume (18 vs 3). MapPoint's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Map Ruler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MapPoint asks for nothing beyond the download.

Map Ruler holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Map Ruler has 18 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of MapPoint's written reviews are positive against 42% of Map Ruler's.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapPoint | Map Ruler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mappoint/id840509906/reviews) | **[3.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-ruler-distance-measure/id1533287936/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **42.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Narong Aunthee](https://appshunter.io/developer/537741506) | [Sergey Irgeshov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533287938) |

## What reviewers say

### MapPoint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mappoint/id840509906)

Measure distances between points on a map with a simple tap-and-hold interface. Get an instant distance summary for quick measurements.

**Highlights:** Measure distance between points, Tap and hold to set points, Instant distance summary, Simple and easy to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Map Ruler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-ruler-distance-measure/id1533287936)

Measure distances, plot routes, and calculate areas directly on a map. This straightforward application allows you to easily create paths for running, walking, or cycling, and determine the size of various locations. It's designed for intuitive use with simple taps to get directions and automatic calculations.

**Highlights:** Plot running and walking routes, Calculate distance between objects, Measure area of buildings and roads, Calculate distance covered daily, Route calculation with unlimited markers, Straight-line distance measurement, Area calculation for any shape

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disable ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapPoint free?

MapPoint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Map Ruler free?

Map Ruler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapPoint or Map Ruler?

Map Ruler is rated higher. MapPoint averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Map Ruler averages 3.8 from 18 ratings.

### Do MapPoint or Map Ruler have ads?

Map Ruler shows ads; MapPoint does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*