Moasure Accuracy
Learn how Moasure measures, what affects accuracy, and how to achieve the best possible results.
How Moasure Works
Moasure measures continuously while you move (device is in flight), capturing position data hundreds of times per second using advanced motion sensors.
A measurement point is only confirmed when the device is placed completely still.
How Accuracy Works
With motion-based measuring:
Error increases with time, not distance.
This means:
The longer you move without pausing, the more error can build
Regular pauses help maintain accuracy
Smooth, controlled movement improves results
What Affects Accuracy
Accuracy is influenced by how the device is used:
Movement speed and consistency
How well the device is placed and held still
Frequency of pause points
Surface stability (e.g. soft or uneven ground)
Moasure Accuracy Details
Linear Distance
±0.5% error
±0.5% error
±0.3% error
Perimeter
±1% error
±1% error
±0.5% error
Elevation
±0.5% error
±0.5% error
±0.3% error
Area
±2% error
±2% error
±1% error
Volume
±3% error
±3% error
±1.5% error
Layout (PRO only)
Not available
Not available
±1% error
Accuracy will vary depending on device handling, environment, and user technique.
Layout measurements are available on Moasure 2 PRO only.
What This Means in Practice
Imperial Examples (Moasure 2 PRO)
If your linear distance measurement totals 300ft, accuracy is within ±0.3%, resulting in a potential error of up to 0.9ft.
If your perimeter measurement totals 300ft, accuracy is within ±0.5%, resulting in a potential error of up to 1.5ft.
If your elevation measurement totals 300ft, accuracy is within ±0.3%, resulting in a potential error of up to 0.9ft.
If your area measurement totals 300ft², accuracy is within ±1%, resulting in a potential error of up to 3ft².
If your volume measurement totals 300ft³, accuracy is within ±1.5%, resulting in a potential error of up to 4.5ft³.
If your layout measurement totals 300ft, accuracy is within ±1%, resulting in a potential error of up to 3.0ft.
Metric Examples (Moasure 2 PRO)
If your linear distance measurement totals 100m, accuracy is within ±0.3%, resulting in a potential error of up to 0.3m.
If your perimeter measurement totals 100m, accuracy is within ±0.5%, resulting in a potential error of up to 0.5m.
If your elevation measurement totals 100m, accuracy is within ±0.3%, resulting in a potential error of up to 0.3m.
If your area measurement totals 100m², accuracy is within ±1%, resulting in a potential error of up to 1m².
If your volume measurement totals 100m³, accuracy is within ±1.5%, resulting in a potential error of up to 1.5m³.
If your layout measurement totals 100m, accuracy is within ±1%, resulting in a potential error of up to 1m.
How to Improve Accuracy
To achieve the best results, focus on these three key Measuring Techniques:
Pace Move at a steady, controlled speed between pause points.
Placement Place the device down flat and completely still.
Rotation Rotate smoothly and avoid sudden movements.
Check Your Accuracy
After completing a measurement, review your Start/Finish error:
Lower percentage = higher accuracy
Aim for under 1% where possible
If the error is higher than expected, use Moasure Coach to understand what affected your accuracy and how to improve.
Moasure Coach highlights specific parts of your measurement and provides guidance on:
Where accuracy dropped
What caused it (e.g. movement, placement, timing)
How to correct it in your next measurement
Improve your technique and remeasure for better results.
Key Tips
Pause regularly and stay within the green zone
Remember: error increases with time, not distance
Place Moasure flat and completely still at each pause point
Move and rotate smoothly with steady control
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