Comparison

Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad vs CalcPack calculating packaging

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

Head to head
About

Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad

Optimize cargo loading for containers, trucks, and pallets to reduce shipping costs and time. Maximize space utilization and protect fragile items with detailed configuration options. Generate comprehensive reports for efficient logistics management.

Highlights
  • Container, truck, and pallet loading simulation
  • Support for multiple cargo sizes (up to 20 items)
  • Imperial and Metric unit system support
  • Detailed cargo and container configuration
  • 3D loading visualization and rotation
  • Load summary and planning reports
  • Customizable loading patterns
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First mobile container/truck/pallet loading application, support to multiple sizes of cargo per loading (max 20 items (cargo size)) per loading. Simulate loading of your cargo in minutes, not hours or days! Maximize your shipping with boxes and container/truck/pallet and save money and time. - Lower shipping costs per unit by loading more quantity - Save load/unload time and spend by using load patterns - Eliminate unnecessary waste of fuel (save fuel) - Make more profit by loading more cargo - Protect fragile cargo with limit orientation and placement - Keep customer relation good with rapid and accurate response to their enquiries Support for both Imperial (inch/lbs) and Metric (cm./kgs.) unit system (choose one system on first start) Cargo detail - define cargo type between box, pallet and cylinder - define Cargo ID, Description - define Cargo size length, width and height or diameter and height for cylinder - define Cargo net weight and gross weight - limit cargo orientation in 3 directions - define pack (number of product in package) - define max stack (number of layer of cargo place on itself) - define pallet height (for pallet cargo) - define Must be on the floor option to limit cargo placement on floor only - define No other product on top to limit placement on top of cargo - define Unit of cargo - define HS (Harmonized System) code of cargo - define Country of origin of cargo Container/Truck/Pallet detail - define container type between Container or pallet - choose from standard container/pallet type - define custom Container ID, Description - define container/pallet length, width and height - define max load line for reefer container (refrigerator) - define container/pallet maximum weight capacity - define pallet height (for pallet type) Customer - define customer and all necessary customer details Shipment detail - define Shipment ID and details - define shipment date - define shipment currency - choose customer to use with shipment - choose cargo and define quantity and unit price - Maximum cargo size per shipment is 20 (Twenty) Calculation - allow/not allow overhang loading - use Ultimate calculation mode - Support to interlock / pinwheel load pattern - FILO (First In Last Out) loading style option. - Limit loaded cargo to container weight capacity option. Load view option - Display loading in 3D view - rotate to any view (360 degree) by use gesture control - Display mode between color and texture - Loading step control - Automatic rotate view around container - Cargo position view in 3D load view Report option - share with standard share data of iOS platform (save/share/email etc.) - Load summary report - Load plan with 8 loading step per page - Commercial Invoice report. - Packing List report. - Cargo Position report. Load result - Show all necessary information - List of top loading pattern with option to choose any load pattern - Loading step will all necessary data Setting - User can define report paper size between A4 and US letter - define date format - define name of cargo type (Box/Pallet/Cylinder) - can define user details to use in report Carton Designer module to design carton from product. More details please visit : http://www.cargooptimizer.com/Cargo_Optimizer_Max_for_iPad.html For questions or feedback email us @ dreamsofts@gmail.com

About

CalcPack calculating packaging

Features
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CalcPack is a comprehensive application dedicated to calculating packaging formats from the FEFCO catalog and assigning appropriate machines to them. This solution not only facilitates the packaging design process, but also enables quick and precise calculations related to the weight of cardboard based on the given grammage and surface area. One of the key elements of the CalcPack application is the ability to support the FEFCO catalog, which contains a wide selection of standard packaging formats. This allows the user to easily find the right format to meet their requirements without having to manually search through the documentation. The FEFCO catalog is therefore a knowledge base that helps packaging designers and manufacturers choose the optimal solution. An additional functionality of CalcPack is the ability to assign appropriate machines to selected packaging formats. Thanks to this, the user can quickly assess whether a given machine will be suitable for the production of the selected packaging, which contributes to the optimization of the production process and the use of company resources. All functions and an intuitive user interface make CalcPack an irreplaceable tool for companies producing packaging. Thanks to this solution, packaging design, planning and production become more effective, which translates into saving the company's time and resources. To sum up, the CalcPack application is a comprehensive tool that facilitates the process of packaging design, planning and production. Thanks to its versatility and precision of calculations, it provides invaluable support for companies operating in the packaging industry. Registration is not required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kumibox.net/en/privacy/

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad at $69.99 against CalcPack calculating packaging's $99.99. Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). CalcPack calculating packaging's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad costs $69.99 and CalcPack calculating packaging $99.99 up front. CalcPack calculating packaging sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $59.99 per year. Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad ships an update every 5 months, CalcPack calculating packaging every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences ยท 3 level
Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad versus CalcPack calculating packaging: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCargo Optimizer Max for iPadCalcPack calculating packaging
Price$69.99 โ€” better$99.99
Positive reviews25.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 5 months โ€” betterEvery 16 months
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationPaidโ€”
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS15.0 โ€” better15.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size55 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDREAMSOFTS OPTIMIZATION LIMITED PARTNERSHIPJakub Kumoch

In-app purchases

None

Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

CalcPack calculating packaging

Subscriptions1
  • CalcPack Mobile Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad free?
Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad costs $69.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CalcPack calculating packaging free?
CalcPack calculating packaging costs $99.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad or CalcPack calculating packaging have ads?
CalcPack calculating packaging shows ads; Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad does not.
Which is updated more often, Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad or CalcPack calculating packaging?
Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad ships an update every 5 months, and CalcPack calculating packaging every 16 months. Most recently, Cargo Optimizer Max for iPad was updated on October 2, 2026 and CalcPack calculating packaging on October 1, 2026.

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