Measure the area of a region or the length of a path by walking or driving around it. Simply start the measurement when the GPS is ready and press restart if initial positioning is unstable.



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Distance and Area Measurement is the household name in distance and area measurement, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
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| 1 | Free | 5.0★ (2) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 2 | Free | 4.6★ (12K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 3 | Free | 4.5★ (4.7K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 4 | Free | — | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 5 | Free | 4.5★ (71) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 | Free | 4.6★ (436) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 7 | $7.99 | — | No | No | Jun 2026 | |
| 8 | Free | 4.7★ (2.2K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |



Measure the area of a region or the length of a path by walking or driving around it. Simply start the measurement when the GPS is ready and press restart if initial positioning is unstable.






Accurately measure distance, perimeter, and area using GPS, even offline. Mark points with notes and photos for field scouting, land inspection, or issue logging. Supports various export formats and custom map layers.



Easily estimate land and field areas using GPS coordinates. Calculate distances between points and get results in multiple units. Premium features include saving measurements, adding notes, attaching photos, and calculating prices.




Accurately measure GPS distances and areas on a map. Place markers, calculate routes, and save your measurements. Offers multiple map views and measurement units for precise field mapping.


Easily measure distances and areas on a map using satellite imagery. Simply tap to add markers and calculate perimeters or enclosed spaces without needing physical tools. Save your measurements for later reference.




Easily measure distances and areas on a map by drawing routes. Features include a magnifier for precision, unit customization, and sharing options. Calculate travel time, fuel usage, and more with advanced options.


Measure lengths, distances, and areas of any surface using augmented reality. This virtual ruler and tape measure allows you to draw measurement lines directly on your phone or tablet's camera feed and export plans in various formats. It's suitable for both personal DIY projects and professional use in real estate, construction, and more.


This app uses AR to measure the area, perimeter, and length of surfaces. You can edit measurements, save them with names, and copy values. It's ideal for quick estimations but not for precision work.






Easily measure distances and areas on a GPS map by drawing paths, routes, or circles. Supports various metric units and map types, with options to save and share measurements in KML/KMZ formats. Works both online and offline.


Calculate distances between points and areas of polygons on a map. Supports metric and imperial units, GPS location, and freehand drawing. Altitude calculation is also available, with or without data connectivity.


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Easily measure land, paths, and perimeters directly on a map. Drop pins to calculate distances between points and areas formed by multiple pins. Save and manage your measurements for future reference.




This tool allows users to measure distances, routes, and areas directly on a map. It supports various coordinate types and measurement units, with options for different map views.