Comparison

Cable Calc vs Tradecert

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cable Calc

Calculate the minimum required cable size for single and three-phase circuits based on BS 7671 standards. Input design criteria, installation methods, and environmental factors to determine appropriate cable dimensions. Save or print detailed results for your projects.

Highlights
  • Calculate single and three-phase radial circuits
  • Calculate single-phase ring final circuits
  • Based on BS 7671 standards
  • Enter design criteria
  • Select cable type, installation method, ambient temperature, and grouping
  • Save or print results
  • Add circuit and client details
Features
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A cable size calculator based on BS 7671 for calculating single phase and three phase radial circuits and single phase ring final circuits. Calculate the minimum required cable size based on the tables within BS 7671 and print or save the results. STEP 1: Enter your design criteria and select a cable type. STEP 2: Select an installation method, ambient temperate and grouping. Option to enter a circuit reference and circuit description. Option to enter a client name and installation address. Option to add a signatory. Check out our full collection of electrical apps & software packages for electricians at https://www.procertssoftware.com/apps/

About

Tradecert

This app streamlines the creation and management of electrical certificates and reports for UK electricians. It uses AI to auto-fill forms, perform calculations, and identify potential issues, ensuring compliance with BS7671 and Part P regulations. Work offline and collaborate with your team in real-time.

Highlights
  • AI-powered certificate and report generation
  • Offline creation and saving of documents
  • 18th Edition and Part P compliance
  • AI Uploads for distribution board data
  • Live multi-user collaboration
  • Customizable company branding
Features
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Tradecert is the UK’s leading app for electrical certification, transforming how electricians create, manage, and issue industry-standard certificates and reports. This powerful solution helps complete flawless installation certificates, EICRs, and BS7671 reports in minutes with smart assistance. Trusted by NICEIC, NAPIT, SELECT, and Blue Flame registered professionals to stay compliant with Part P regulations on every job.  Smart Certificates & Reports Creation:  Tradecert uses advanced technology to auto-fill forms and perform built-in calculations for certificates, EICRs, and reports quickly. Intelligent guidance handles technical details and validations, reducing paperwork and cutting admin time.  Offline & On-Site Reporting:  Generate and save complete certificates and reports as PDFs, even without internet access. Work from any iPhone or iPad—data syncs automatically when back online. Certify anywhere, whether on client sites, in basements, or remote locations, with no connection needed.  18th Edition & Part P Compliance:  Built around UK wiring regulations, Tradecert includes up-to-date 18th Edition rules and Part P requirements. Reference checks and validations keep certificates and reports accurate to NICEIC/NAPIT standards. Never miss a regulatory update or code step.  AI-Powered Efficiency:  Take a photo of a distribution board using AI Uploads and automatically populate all relevant data into your certificate. AI Observations help spot potential issues, and AI Notes allow quick, intelligent annotations directly within reports—saving you time.  Collaborate Live – Multi-User Access:  Work simultaneously on certificates and reports across multiple devices. Assign roles and permissions for your team, including QSs, subcontractors, and office staff. Everyone sees real-time updates for seamless collaboration.  Professional Features:  Supports all common certificate types (Installation Certificates, EICRs, Minor Works certs, etc.) and report creation offline. Customize documents with your company branding. Auto-generate serial numbers and perform 18th Edition calculations. Export secure PDFs compliant with Part P standards, ready to print or email.  Ideal for independent electricians, contractors, and maintenance teams who want to save time and go digital. Tradecert’s intuitive interface lets you master certificates, EICRs, and reports without training. Download today to speed up inspections with professional 18th Edition documentation—fully available offline.

Screenshots

Cable Calc4 screens
Tradecert4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tradecert at 96% against Cable Calc's 17%. Tradecert also leads on price (Free vs $14.99) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). Cable Calc's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Tradecert is free to download; Cable Calc costs $14.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cable Calc ships an update every 4 months, Tradecert every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 3 level
Cable Calc versus Tradecert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCable CalcTradecert
Price$14.99Free — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews96.3% of reviews — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPro Certs Software LtdTradecert Ltd

Customer experience

Cable Calc

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%

Tradecert

Written reviews54 reviews
Positive96.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Cable Calc

No in-app purchases

None

Tradecert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cable Calc free?
Cable Calc costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tradecert free?
Tradecert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cable Calc or Tradecert have ads?
Neither Cable Calc nor Tradecert shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cable Calc or Tradecert?
Cable Calc ships an update every 4 months, and Tradecert every 10 days. Most recently, Cable Calc was updated on September 12, 2026 and Tradecert on September 21, 2026.

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