The Best Apps for Your Next Project

Taking on home improvement projects is a fun way to update your home, save money and boost your home’s value. But some projects are easier than others, and if you find yourself struggling to finish a current project (or even how to get started on something new), there are plenty of home renovation apps out there that can help you get the job done.

Whether you need help measuring out how much supplies you need, or you just want to garner some inspiration for your next project, the following apps from the team at Hippo will help you get where you need to go.

20 DIY Apps

Compatible on both Android and iPhone apps, the following apps are great to add to your phone’s library to help you decorate your home and finally finish that home improvement or gardening project.

• Chairish
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.9
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Home Improvement Calcs
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.8
  • Cost: $1.99
• Houzz
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average rating: 4.7
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Pinterest
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average rating: 4.7
  • Cost: Free
• IKEA Place
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.6
  • Cost: Free
• iScape
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.6
  • Cost: $29.99 per month or $299 per year
• Magicplan
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average rating: 4.6
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Palette Cam
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.6
  • Cost: Free
• Havenly: Interior Design
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.5
  • Cost: Design packages start at $79
• Photo Measures
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average rating: 4.4
  • Cost: $6.99 for IOS, $4.99 for Android
• RoomScan Pro
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.3
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Roomle 3D & AR room planner
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average rating: 4.1
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Home Design 3D
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average rating: 3.9
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Angi
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average Rating: 3.8
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Pantone Studio
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average Rating: 3.7
  • Cost: Free 7-day trial with download (then $7.99 per month or $59.99 per year)
• Handy
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average Rating: 3.6
  • Cost: Free (in-app purchases available)
• Project Color by The Home Depot
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average Rating: 3.5
  • Cost: Free
• roOomy
  • Available on: IOS
  • Average Rating: 2.8
  • Cost: Free
• HomeZada
  • Available on: IOS, Android
  • Average Rating: 2.7
  • Cost: $59 a year (upgrades available for an extra cost)
• Outfit
  • Available on: Android, IOS
  • Average Rating: N/A
  • Cost: Free with the purchase of a project kit (prices vary)

Smart Tech for Your Next Home Reno

Technology isn’t only there to make your next home improvement project easier. There are plenty of smart home devices available that not only improve your home’s value but also make your day to day life at home much easier. 

For example, did you know that just adding a few smart home devices can improve your home’s value by up to 5%? And if you notify your insurance company about these new additions, you can even get a discount on your premiums (up to 20% in some cases).

Try out the following smart tech items in each room of your home for a money saving (and money making) renovation project.