MapRuler for paper map vs Smart AddressBook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MapRuler for paper map
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Mapruler is application to measure the distance of a map in the trip magazines. ※ Attention: I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the scales. ■ How to use: ・ You set a scale and put iPhone on a map.(Step1) ・ When you drag a scale, a light blue indicator will be displayed. ・ You drag it to the position that you want to measure.(Step2) ・ The measured value are displayed with the "distance" "travel time". ※ When the time required is within one minute, it is displayed with one minute. ・ You can choose speed among 3km/h, 4km/h, 5km/h. ・ The measured value are added when you tap the button "add". The result is displayed by a total value.(Step3) ・ When you tap a "reset" button, measured value, an indicator are reset. ・ You can lock a reduced scale with a switch. Sorry, an advertisement is displayed during unlocking. ・ When you finish application, a total value, measurements, the indicator are reset. ■ Reduced scale setting method ・ The choice of the reduced scale with the picker. Please choose the reduced scale that you want to set among a picker. ・ Input of the reduced scale denominator You tap an "input" button. and you tap “scale" button. You input a reduced scale denominator, and you tap "Done" button. A scale is displayed in a locked state. ・ Input of the distance You tap an "input" button. and you tap “distance" button. You input distance (m) for 1cm in the map, and you tap "Done" button. A scale is displayed in a locked state. ■ Specification of Mapruler - reduced scale setting range 1:100〜1:200,000 - Maximum total value 999km - Indication of the distance under 100m unit of distance:m(one decimal places) over 100m〜under 1000m unit of distance:m over 1000m unit of distance:km(three decimal places)
Smart AddressBook
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Turn your address book into a living, visual experience! Smart AddressBook lets you place your favorite contacts directly on a map — even on a beautiful 3D globe powered by Apple Maps. Whether you’re a frequent traveler, a digital nomad, or just love visualizing your network around the world, this app gives you a smart, intuitive way to manage and remember where your people are. Key Features - Interactive Map & 3D Globe — Switch instantly between standard and realistic globe view. - Pin Your Contacts — Create pins for friends, family, or clients right at your current location. - Editable Notes — Add a personal note or description for each contact. - Custom Emoji Pins — Choose a smiley or color that matches your contact’s vibe. - Native Contact Integration — Creates and links contacts directly in your iPhone or iPad Address Book. - Private iCloud Sync — Your pins and notes are securely stored in your private iCloud space. - Move Pins Easily — Drag and update a contact’s position anytime. - Remove Without Deleting — Deleting a pin won’t remove the contact from your iPhone. - Pro Version — Enjoy unlimited contacts (free users can pin up to 5). Why You’ll Love It Unlike a simple contact list, Smart AddressBook turns your relationships into a geographic story — perfect for travelers, professionals, and anyone who enjoys seeing their world come alive. Your data stays private, on your iCloud only — no external servers, no tracking, no hidden syncs. Just you and your map of people. Available for iPhone & iPad See our therms and conditions provided by Apple, EULA terms https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Smart AddressBook at none against MapRuler for paper map's shown. MapRuler for paper map's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | MapRuler for paper map | Smart AddressBook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | mitsunori oishi | Genuisoft |
In-app purchases
MapRuler for paper map
No in-app purchases
Smart AddressBook
No in-app purchases







