This app connects building professionals with material samples from leading brands. It streamlines the discovery and ordering process for architects and designers.
material selection by Hanouf Alhumaidi






74+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Every iPhone needs a few good material selection apps. We benchmark 74+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.












This app connects building professionals with material samples from leading brands. It streamlines the discovery and ordering process for architects and designers.





Streamline material procurement for construction projects. Quickly browse catalogs, build shopping carts, and submit material requests. Track request status and log deliveries directly from your mobile device, saving significant time on administrative tasks.


This app optimizes material usage by generating efficient cut list diagrams. It supports various material types and cutting scenarios, helping users save money and reduce waste. Export cut plans to PDF for workshop use.






This app connects construction professionals with local suppliers for materials like dirt and aggregate. It facilitates finding, acquiring, and sharing resources, including dump trucks and sites, to streamline material sourcing and transportation for various projects.




This app serves as an offline reference guide for various design materials, including polymers and metals. It allows users to manage their own material data, view 3D models, and capture objects with their device's camera. Ideal for professionals and hobbyists involved in product design and 3D printing.


This app helps users select the right construction products from a leading manufacturer with over 90 years of experience. It provides access to innovative materials developed across global operations.


Easily check material compatibility for medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical applications. Cross-reference 34 materials with 35 chemical environments to find the best compounds for your needs.


This platform allows architects and designers to easily discover and request material samples from leading suppliers. It streamlines the process of specifying materials for various projects, offering a wide selection and fast delivery.


This app helps design professionals specify building wall assemblies that meet NFPA 285 fire testing requirements. It offers over 700 tested combinations of insulation and air barrier products for commercial construction, ensuring protection against air leakage and moisture while improving energy efficiency.


Explore a comprehensive library of casting and release paper textures for synthetic materials. View detailed patterns, enlarge them for close inspection, and adjust colors to match your design needs. Discover industry-leading options for creating visually indistinguishable synthetic leather and fabrics.


Shop a wide selection of customizable laser materials, including CO2, diode, and fiber options. Easily manage your wishlist, shopping cart, and track orders. View past purchases for tax purposes and access app-exclusive offers.


This application facilitates participation in the Materials Technology Institute's Technical Advisory Council meetings. It provides information on meeting schedules, locations across North America, and event details.






This application assists users with grade selection using augmented reality technology. It provides a tool for visualizing and choosing appropriate grades within a business context.


This educational tool applies the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to systematically evaluate teaching materials. It helps users prioritize options by making pairwise comparisons of various evaluation criteria, suitable for both individual and team use in diverse decision-making scenarios.