QuickBend vs Ask BONBON
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QuickBend
This app is a conduit bending calculator designed for electricians and DIY enthusiasts. It provides accurate measurements for various bend types, accounting for bender and conduit specifications. Users can input data intuitively and receive instant feedback on bend feasibility.
- Accurate centerline radius algorithm
- Supports multiple bend types (offset, saddle, 90°, etc.)
- Intuitive data input (number pad, slider)
- QuickCheck for bend feasibility
- Customizable bender profiles
- Layout multiple bends on a single conduit
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QuickBend is the fastest and most precise conduit bending calculator app. Designed to be innovative and intuitive while remaining visually appealing. This advanced conduit bending calculator offers the most accurate measurements by taking into account the radius of the shoe and bender, plus the conduit type and size diameter. All measurements are generated using the centerline radius algorithm, and have all been rigorously processed and field tested. Even the bends displayed within QuickBend are generated using the same engine. Built for electricians by an electrician. QuickBend can be used by anyone working with conduit or tubing whether you are a seasoned professional, a novice cub, or even a DIY enthusiast. Made to avoid simple mistakes, and to save time and money. In addition to providing fast and precise calculations, there is plenty of information and documentation provided for individual bends. Explanations on how to use specific features, and step by step process to bending conduit. Offering the most intuitive method to input data. Whether you want to get straight to the point, or comb through the possibilities of a bend. You can switch back and forth between different input styles such as a number pad, or a slider bar (Press & Slide). Both having their unique advantages. QuickBend allows you, the user to toggle between three different types of measurements; inches, foot + inches, and centimeters. With QuickCheck built into QuickBend, there's a subtle change in text colors when a bend is impossible (red), or whether the bend may be unlikely to work (orange). This app for convenience, and we want it to benefit you. So much so that we added it into the input styles for bends, so you can see if a bend is possible before even tapping on the bend amount. Supporting the following bends! • Offset • Rolling Offset • Matching Bends Offset • Matching Centers Offset • Parallel Offset • Three-Point Saddle • Four-Point Saddle • 90° Bend • Kick with 90° • Matching Bend Kick • Matching Center Kick • Parallel Kick • Parallel Kick: Forward • Compound 90° - Circle Obstruction • Compound 90° - Rectangle Obstruction • Compound 90° - Square Obstruction • Segmented 90° Plus you have the ability to layout multiple bends on a single conduit, and get each measurement for a mark on the conduit. With the option to easily flip an individual or set of marks per bend. There's no limit to QuickBend. Easily, select between different types of benders and choose the size of the shoe and conduit type all within the same screen that you are working on. No need for complex navigations. In addition, you can pin benders you use the most, so you can select and switch between them quickly without consistently scrolling. All benders are spec'd out using the information provided by the manufacturers, and worst case scenario if one of the many benders available don't match the one you are using you can now add in your own bender. There's also an option to not select a bender and to use the multiplier method. Edit and view all of your benders' specifications. Detailed information on the centerline radius, deduct, gain, setback. Plus the ability to view the travel, and radius adjustment for any degree bend between up-to 90°. All of this is visualized and edited within the 'Bender Specs'.
Ask BONBON
This AI-powered assistant provides instant answers to National Electrical Code (NEC) questions for electricians. Get precise code information, explanations, and troubleshooting help directly on the job site to ensure compliance and build confidence.
- Instant NEC code answers
- AI-powered code explanations
- Smart job site troubleshooting
- Inspection compliance verification
- On-the-job learning tool
- Multilingual support
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Ask NETA is now Ask BONBON! We've rebranded, but everything you love stays the same — instant, AI-powered NEC code answers built for electricians. Ask BONBON is the #1 AI assistant for electrical professionals. Get instant answers to any National Electrical Code (NEC) question, right on the job site. Whether you're a journeyman, apprentice, inspector, or contractor — Ask BONBON has you covered. Trained on multiple editions of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and real-world electrical expertise, Ask BONBON cuts through the clutter to give you the exact information you need, when you need it. WHY ELECTRICIANS CHOOSE Ask BONBON? INSTANT ANSWERS: Tired of flipping through the code book or calling a friend? Ask any Electrical question, for example, "What are the grounding requirements for a subpanel?" and get the precise NEC code and a clear explanation in seconds. Save time and ensure compliance on every job. SMART TROUBLESHOOTING: Facing a challenge on the job site? Ask BONBON analyzes your situation to help you diagnose issues, identify components, and find code-compliant solutions to get you to the solution faster. BUILD CONFIDENCE & PASS INSPECTIONS: Reduce callbacks and pass inspections the first time. Ask BONBON helps you verify your work against the latest code, so you can be confident the job is done right. LEARN ON THE JOB: Perfect for apprentices, Journeyman, and Master Electricians alike. Ask BONBON doesn't just give you the answer; it explains the 'why' behind the code. Deepen your trade knowledge with every question you ask. MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT: Work with a diverse team? Ask questions in Spanish, French, or another language, and Ask BONBON will respond in that language, ensuring clear communication and understanding for everyone. Download Ask BONBON today, make it your trusted daily companion for every electrical project. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stddla/ Privacy Policy: https://askbonbon.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Ask BONBON at Free against QuickBend's $6.99. Ask BONBON also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). QuickBend's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 42). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Ask BONBON is free to download; QuickBend costs $6.99 up front. Ask BONBON sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. QuickBend asks for nothing beyond the download.
QuickBend holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickBend has 3.9K ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of QuickBend's written reviews are positive against 88% of Ask BONBON's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
QuickBend ships an update every 2 weeks, Ask BONBON every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QuickBend | Ask BONBON |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (3.9K ratings) — better | 4.6 (42 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 80.5% of reviews | 87.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3.9K — better | 42 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #1 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 122 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bret Hardman | Bonbon Electric 2021 |
Customer experience
QuickBend
Ask BONBON
User reviews
QuickBend
From 3.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Efficient and accurate conduit bending
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔒 Comprehensive bending options and details
- 💡 Helpful for apprentices and experienced benders
- 🚀 Eliminates tedious calculations
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔧 Some features not as accurate as expected
- 💡 Lack of visual aids like videos or diagrams
- 💡 Difficulty understanding bender reference marks
Ask BONBON
From 42 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Very Helpful App
- 👍 User Friendly
- 👍 Accurate and Precise Answers
- 👍 Saves Time and Headache
- 👍 Useful for Electricians
Bugs and requests
QuickBend
Reported bugs
3 issues- Multiplier calculations are sometimes inaccurate
- Parallel kick feature not working as expected on iOS
- Unable to change app settings from cm to inches
Requested features
4 requests- Add options for different size conduits in parallel offset runs
- Include 3D examples and diagrams for bending instructions
- Provide a demo or tutorial on how to properly use the app
- Allow more customization of units (e.g., switching between inches and cm)
Ask BONBON
No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.
In-app purchases
QuickBend
No in-app purchases
Ask BONBON
- BONBON Starter Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- BONBON Plus14 Days trial$19.991 Month
- BONBON Starter Annual$83.991 Year
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- BONBON Plus (Annual)$167.991 Year
Questions
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