# Tape Measure: Measuring Ruler

> The Measure App - Photo Measuring Ruler, Tape Measure Tools for Room Measurement

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.grymala.photoruler](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.grymala.photoruler)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.grymala.photoruler`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Grymala apps
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 39,351,224
- **Rating:** 4.22 / 5 (271,745 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.5.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-25
- **First published:** 2013-03-27
- **Publisher country:** PL
- **Size:** 50 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grymala.photoruler)
- **Website:** [https://grymalaltd.com](https://grymalaltd.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://grymala.by/policy](https://grymala.by/policy)

## Description

Tape Measure: Measuring Ruler is an AR-based measuring tool that uses your device camera and ARCore to measure real-world objects. It includes modes such as Line for linear sizes, Distance meter, Angle, Area & Perimeter, Volume, Path, and Height. Some features are core-only. Note: AR Ruler works only on ARCore-supported devices. Use it to scan rooms, plan layouts, and create floor plans with precision.

The app also offers a Photo Ruler mode to measure objects in photos or on-screen, using base items like a debit/credit card for calibration. It supports Imperial and Metric units and is available for iPhone as well. It’s ideal for designers, DIYers, and quick measurements.

## Rankings

- #3,904 — Overall
- #195 — Tools (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.grymala.photoruler.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews show mixed sentiment: some users find the app easy to use and overall positive, but this is heavily outweighed by adware and paywall frustrations. The top complaints are intrusive ads and constant prompts to pay, unreliable/inaccurate measurement results, and concerns about potential charges or scams. A few positives reference the basic tape measure concept, but the experience is largely dominated by monetization and reliability issues.

### Pros

- Easy to use
- Generally positive reception (mentions like 'very good', 'good app', 'perfect', 'superb')
- Core concept includes a digital tape measure feature

### Cons

- Intrusive ads and pop-ups / adware
- Not free / pay-to-use model for core features
- Inaccurate / unreliable measurements
- Perceived scams / payment-related concerns (charges, 'steal your money')
- Requires installing or using another app / external dependencies

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.grymala.photoruler)