Best Free Tape Measure Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

The best free tape measure apps on iPhone average 4.5★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top Free Tape Measure Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MeasureMeasureFree3.0★ (1.8K)NoNoNov 2026
2Ruler / Measuring TapeRuler / Measuring TapeFree4.4★ (236)NoNoOct 2026
3Measure Tape: Distance Tool.Measure Tape: Distance Tool.Free—YesYesOct 2026
4Tape Measure™Tape Measure™Free4.4★ (90K)NoYesNov 2026
5The Measure app: AR RulerThe Measure app: AR RulerFree5.0★ (33)NoYesNov 2026
6Tape Measure®Tape Measure®Free4.6★ (46K)YesYesNov 2026
7Ruler lite:tape measure lengthRuler lite:tape measure lengthFree4.2★ (389)NoNoOct 2026
8Measuring Tape +ㅤMeasuring Tape +ㅤFree4.8★ (5.3K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Free Tape Measure

Measure#1

Measure by Apple

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
3.0😐(1.8K ratings)
Free
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Transform your device into a digital tape measure. Quickly gauge the size of real-world objects, determine a person's height, and automatically get dimensions for rectangular items. Save and share your measurements easily.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick measurements
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔍 Convenient for quick tasks
  • 💡 Useful level feature

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy
  • 🤔 Limited functionality
  • 🔍 Struggles with small/tight spaces
  • 🤷‍♂️ Confusing UI/UX
Ruler / Measuring Tape#2

Ruler / Measuring Tape by Clafou Ltd

Measure on screen, AR & paper
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.4😐(236 ratings)
Free
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Ruler / Measuring Tape screenshot 4

Measure objects using your device's screen, augmented reality, or by printing a ruler. Offers three distinct methods for on-demand measurement without physical tools.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 📏 Accurate measurements (for some)
  • 🆓 Free with no ads
  • 💡 AR ruler functionality
  • ✨ Clean interface
  • 🆓 No personal data requested
  • 💰 No subscriptions needed
  • 📏 Includes a basic ruler
  • 🖼️ Visual measurement reference

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate measurements
  • 🐛 Doesn't detect surfaces
  • 🐛 Slow to analyze
  • 🐛 Difficult to use
  • 🐛 Not suitable for large objects
  • 🐛 UI issues (e.g., reverse directions)
  • 🐛 Force turns off flashlight
  • 🐛 Incompatible with certain devices
  • 🐛 Limited functionality (e.g., horizontal only)

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FAQ about Free Tape Measure

What are the best free tape measure apps for iPhone?
Measure tops our free tape measure apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.0-star average from 1.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Measure has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ free tape measure apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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