Measure Elevation

Moasure captures elevation automatically – there's no need to select a special mode or change settings.

Moasure devices use high-performance inertial sensors to record changes in their own position as they move from one point to another. After your measurement is complete, simply tap on any point in the app where the Z value displays the elevation changes from your starting point.

From the moment you start a measurement, Moasure begins tracking its movement in three-dimensional space using high-performance inertial sensors. These sensors record hundreds of data points per second as the device moves. When you pause and place your Moasure device down, the app uses advanced algorithms to calculate the position and records an accurate data point with X, Y, and Z values.

The Z value represents elevation, and all coordinates are calculated relative to the origin – the first point you record, which is always set as (X:0, Y:0, Z:0). Every subsequent point is shown in relation to this starting position – whether you move uphill (positive elevation) or downhill (negative elevation).

This means that as you move around a space – for example, measuring the complete perimeter of a garden – Moasure not only captures the linear distance between each point, but also the elevation or height at every pause. The app then calculates the overall perimeter and area (or square footage), giving you both horizontal measurements and a 3D understanding of the space.

You can view elevation changes in several ways within the Moasure app:

Tap any point in your measurement to display its exact X, Y, Z coordinates.

Cross-Section View – Tap the green “Cross Section” button and select any two points to see rise, run, slope, gradient, and angle between them.

3D View – Shows your measurement path in three dimensions.

Path Types affect how elevation is recorded:

Straight Line – Elevation is captured only at each pause point. Any changes in height between those points (while the device is moving) are not recorded. Use this for measuring a single gradient between two key positions.

Trace Line – Elevation is recorded continuously throughout the movement. This shows exactly how the device moved up or down between each pause point. Ideal for tracking uneven terrain or ramps.

Points – Elevation is captured at each pause point, similar to Straight Line, but intended for creating a full surface profile. Often used for volume calculations or cut-and-fill comparisons.

Elevation tracking with Moasure is used across many industries:

Landscaping & Site Prep – Understand gradients and contouring for accurate earthworks Construction & Drainage – Ensure correct slope and fall Design & Surveying – Generate 3D site layouts and cross-sections

With Moasure, measuring elevation is effortless – just move, pause, and let the app do the rest.