Best Yard Distance Apps

177+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating

18 free apps

Updated May 2026

Out of 177+ yard distance apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Yard Distance

#1

Distance Tool by Applorium Ltd

Area, map & GPS calculator

Editor's Choice

🔧 Utilities

4.5😐(2K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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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.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate measurements
👍 Simple and easy to use
💡 Useful for various applications (farming, surveying, etc.)
🚀 Works well in remote areas

Room to Improve

🐛 Glitchy pin drop functionality
🐛 Inaccurate distance measurements
💰 Paywall for advanced features

#2

Yard Map - GPS Golf Navigation by Keiko Nishie

Golf distance measuring app

Strong Contender

⚽ Sports

5.0(1 ratings)

FreeAds

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Easily measure distances on the golf course by tapping points on a map. This tool displays the distance in yards between your current location and selected points, aiding in your game. Ensure Location Services are enabled for accurate measurements.

#3

GPS Fields Area Measure Map by Rento UAB

Distance, acres, boundaries

Worth Considering

🔧 Utilities

4.6😐(12K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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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.

What We Love

👍 User-friendly
🚀 Accurate measurements
💡 Helpful for various applications (farming, construction, etc.)
🔒 Secure login options

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
💰 Expensive subscription model
🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface

More Yard Distance apps to explore

Distance - Find My Distance

Distance - Find My Distance

Draw to find area & distance

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.

Draw routes to measure distanceCalculate area on mapMagnifier for precise drawing

🗺️ Navigation

Distance Converter Km Mile Yd

Distance Converter Km Mile Yd

For km, mile, yard, foot, inch

Quickly convert distances between various units including kilometers, meters, miles, yards, feet, and inches. Ideal for mapmakers, builders, drivers, and travelers needing precise measurements.

Converts between km, meter, mile, yard, foot, inchFast and accurate conversionsUser-friendly interface

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

Golf Genius Scorecard Tracker

This app provides GPS distances to greens and hazards on over 47,000 golf courses worldwide. It offers automatic shot tracking, performance analysis, and club recommendations to help golfers improve their game and lower scores.

GPS distances to greens and hazardsAutomatic shot trackingPerformance analysis (Strokes Gained)

free with in-app purchases

Hole19: Golf GPS Range Finder

Hole19: Golf GPS Range Finder

Handicap Score & Shot Tracker

This app provides golfers with accurate GPS distances, digital scorecards, and advanced performance tracking. It helps users strategize shots, monitor handicaps, and connect with a global golfing community. Premium features offer enhanced course mapping, club recommendations, and augmented reality views.

Accurate GPS distancesDigital scorecardPerformance tracking

Running Walking Tracker Goals

Running Walking Tracker Goals

Run, Walk & Jog Mile Distance

Track your running, walking, and biking activities to achieve fitness goals like weight loss or calorie counting. Monitor distance, speed, elevation, and calories burned with voice control and Apple Watch integration. Offers various activity types and customizable goals.

Track distance, time, speed, elevation, caloriesVoice control with SiriApple Watch integration

💪 Health & Fitness

FieldCalc - GPS Area Measure

FieldCalc - GPS Area Measure

Measure Distance & Plot Acres

This application uses GPS to accurately measure land areas and distances. It offers tools for calculating acreage, drawing boundaries on maps, and measuring perimeters. Users can also subtract areas and track their speed while measuring.

GPS Field Area MeasureDistance ToolAcreage Calculator

free with in-app purchases

Yard Sale Treasure Map

Yard Sale Treasure Map

by Shawn Kolodgie

Discover local yard sales with ease. Plan your treasure-hunting route, view sale details and photos, and get directions. Optimize your trip to save time and gas.

View local yard sales on map or listGet directions and optimize routesSearch by day, location, distance, keyword

🛍️ Shopping

free with in-app purchases

Distance Calculator: Range Finder Free

Distance Calculator: Range Finder Free

Estimate distances to objects using your iPhone's camera. Simply take a photo, identify the object's height or width, and the app calculates the range. Useful for activities like golfing and shooting sports.

Estimate range using iPhone cameraCalculate distance easily and fastSupports meters, feet, and yards

Measure Distance On Map

Measure Distance On Map

Your way to measure it

Easily measure distances on a map using various methods. Save and load your recorded routes for future reference. This tool offers flexibility in how you track distances.

Measure distance on mapMultiple measurement methodsSave routes

Field Area MeasureーLand Parcel

Field Area MeasureーLand Parcel

Tape-Measure for Distance GPS

Measure land parcels and areas of any size using various methods including map-based, GPS tracking, and augmented reality. Accurately calculate distances and perimeters for both large fields and smaller spaces. Save and access all your measurements in a convenient history.

Map-based area measurementGPS tracking for accurate measurementAugmented Reality (AR) measurement

📊 Productivity

Record location and distance

This map application allows users to pinpoint locations and measure distances from specified points. It's useful for real estate listings, choosing residential areas, and planning events like marathons.

Measure distance from map pointsRecord specific locationsReal estate property distance checking

📊 Productivity

Map Area Calculator - Marea

Map Area Calculator - Marea

Measure field & land with GPS

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.

Estimate area from coordinatesCalculate distances between pointsMultiple unit conversions (sq meters, acres, etc.)

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Planimeter — Measure Land Area

Planimeter — Measure Land Area

Measure map area and distance

Measure distances and land areas directly on maps for outdoor projects. Quickly calculate lot sizes, building footprints, and perimeters for various applications like landscaping and construction. Supports both imperial and metric units.

Measure land areaMeasure distanceCalculate perimeters

📊 Productivity

Golf GameBook: Scorecard & GPS

Golf GameBook: Scorecard & GPS

Shot Tracker & Range Finder

This app enhances the golf experience by providing an easy-to-use scorecard, live leaderboards, and advanced statistics. It also features a GPS rangefinder for thousands of courses worldwide, allowing golfers to track their game and connect with friends.

Easy-to-use golf scorecardLive leaderboardsGPS rangefinder for 42,000+ courses

Shot Tracer & Golf GPS

This app offers a real-time golf shot tracer that visually tracks your ball's flight path. It also provides advanced GPS features, including club distance assistance and slope-adjusted yardage, to help you play smarter on the course.

Real-time shot tracer360 Golf GPSClub Assistant

free with in-app purchases

Measure distance on the map

Easily measure distances on maps by dropping pins or using GPS tracking. Supports various coordinate formats, file imports, and exports. Offers a free version with ads and optional subscriptions to remove them.

Drag and drop pins for distance measurementGPS distance tracking on the goSupports metric and imperial units

free with in-app purchases

Tape Measure™

Measure anything

Transform your device into a versatile digital toolkit for precise measurements. Create 2D and 3D floor plans, scan rooms, and measure distances with advanced AI and computer vision. Ideal for DIY projects, home renovations, and professional use.

Tape MeasureRulerHeight Tool

free with in-app purchases