Reviews of Project Helper

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List of user reviews and ratings for Project Helper

Total ratings

2.54 (Rating count: 98)

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Review summary

Users find the Project Helper app simple and effective for calculating material lists quickly, especially helpful for those with little construction experience. However, many reviews note significant limitations, such as restricted deck design options (square/rectangle only), deck size caps, absence of key features like stairs and varied fencing, and intrusive ads that impact usability. The lack of metric unit support is a barrier for international users. The developer's quick responses to feedback are appreciated, and with improvements, the app could become more functional and less frustrating.

Pros

Easy to use with simple interface helpful for average users with little to no construction knowledge.
Accurately calculates material lists and quantities, aiding in project estimation and quotes.
Developer is responsive and quick to reply to user feedback.
Free version provides a basic but functional tool for quick material calculations.
Simplicity helps in quickly generating lumber lists and sharing them for quotes.

Cons

App is limited to square or rectangular deck designs, lacking the ability to create wraparound or irregular shapes.
Deck size is restricted, with a maximum deck size around 24x16 feet, smaller than many users require.
Lacks advanced features such as stair calculators, spindle calculators, railing designs, and detailed fencing options.
Intrusive ads appear immediately on app launch, with no option to close quickly, irritating users.
No support for metric units, only imperial units are supported, limiting usability for non-US users.

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 1.90

All time rating average: 2.54

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Date	Author	Comment
2022-04-08	An*****	Doesn't give you real images of designs and stops at 24 feet for decks which is half of what most contractors require.
Doesn't give you real images of designs and stops at 24 feet for decks which is half of what most contractors require.
2021-11-01	Da*****	Ads immediately, which didn't provide an option to close.
Ads immediately, which didn't provide an option to close.
2021-09-09	Ja*****	I'm sure this app is okay if you want a deck that is square. No adjustment available. If it had the feature of floor planner apps then I may be able to use it but in the real world where structures are of different shapes and sizes it is unusable for professionals or serious DIY.
I'm sure this app is okay if you want a deck that is square. No adjustment available. If it had the feature of floor planner apps then I may be able to use it but in the real world where structures are of different shapes and sizes it is unusable for professionals or serious DIY.
2021-06-21	Pa*****	It could use some work. Could you start the fencing height at 4 feet? that is the highest your allowed in Calgary in the front of your house without a permit. Also could you add an area for top cap. And possibly a second rail group. Some fences have 2x4 on one side and 1x4 on the back side. But thanks for the app. And if I were to go pro. I would much rather have a one time fee.
It could use some work. Could you start the fencing height at 4 feet? that is the highest your allowed in Calgary in the front of your house without a permit. Also could you add an area for top cap. And possibly a second rail group. Some fences have 2x4 on one side and 1x4 on the back side. But thanks for the app. And if I were to go pro. I would much rather have a one time fee.
2021-06-11	Sc*****	Terrible! Can only do decks in square/rectangle sizes and only in even increments. (No inches) No Stairs! No stair calculator, spindle calculator...nothing! Useless and uninstalling! Your response only shows me your not in carpentry/construction. Keep trying jr. Responding again I see... keep the excuses coming! We'd all love to see how many you have. In the end, your app still sucks, your still not a tradesman and you'll never be able to build anything half as good as my 9 yr old son!
Terrible! Can only do decks in square/rectangle sizes and only in even increments. (No inches) No Stairs! No stair calculator, spindle calculator...nothing! Useless and uninstalling! Your response only shows me your not in carpentry/construction. Keep trying jr. Responding again I see... keep the excuses coming! We'd all love to see how many you have. In the end, your app still sucks, your still not a tradesman and you'll never be able to build anything half as good as my 9 yr old son!
2021-05-03	Yo*****	Trash, trash, trash. It belongs to the trash bin. It has no good intention at heart for the user. It is has kinda virus. All they card is how to push an annoying ad.
Trash, trash, trash. It belongs to the trash bin. It has no good intention at heart for the user. It is has kinda virus. All they card is how to push an annoying ad.
2021-04-08	Bi*****	Greeted with an ad that I couldn't escape from within 15 seconds of opening the app. I immediately closed and uninstalled this app. Very irritating!!!!!
Greeted with an ad that I couldn't escape from within 15 seconds of opening the app. I immediately closed and uninstalled this app. Very irritating!!!!!
2020-11-15	Bl*****	Like the simplicity. And how material is figured. Could use more features but if app is improved upon and little more work putbinto it could wind up being a time saver for sure. Developer is quick to respond to review. Worth a star in my book. Wish thete was a way to input materials and cost then apply it to material lists. Also a ft/inch calculator would be cool.
Like the simplicity. And how material is figured. Could use more features but if app is improved upon and little more work putbinto it could wind up being a time saver for sure. Developer is quick to respond to review. Worth a star in my book. Wish thete was a way to input materials and cost then apply it to material lists. Also a ft/inch calculator would be cool.
2020-10-24	Ro*****	Testing out the free app at this point. Very basic app at this point. With the adds that run with the app I feel like there could be a bit more functionality. Such as fence height, and/or garage metal roofing and/or variable pitch angle. To pay for the pro version would like to see more of what is upgraded. For 0.99/month, what do we gain, only garage metal roofing and/or pitch height? What about extra bracing for fence corners. Or different fence materials besides just wood.
Testing out the free app at this point. Very basic app at this point. With the adds that run with the app I feel like there could be a bit more functionality. Such as fence height, and/or garage metal roofing and/or variable pitch angle. To pay for the pro version would like to see more of what is upgraded. For 0.99/month, what do we gain, only garage metal roofing and/or pitch height? What about extra bracing for fence corners. Or different fence materials besides just wood.
2020-09-30	Ar*****	Unless you are building a no grade one sided basic precut fence, you will be frustrated at the lack of choices for sizes of boards
Unless you are building a no grade one sided basic precut fence, you will be frustrated at the lack of choices for sizes of boards