Comparison

The B vs CoolCalc Scan

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

Head to head
About

The B

This app serves HVAC/R contractors with a comprehensive resource for products, expert support, and troubleshooting. It offers training, NATE testing, and field tools, representing hundreds of manufacturers across Michigan and Northwest Ohio.

Highlights
  • Vast product inventory
  • Expert support and troubleshooting
  • Contractor training
  • NATE testing
  • Field tools and calculators
Features
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Behler-Young is the complete source for the HVAC/R™ contractor. This means that in addition to our vast inventory of products, we provide expert support and troubleshooting, training for our customers, NATE testing, tools and calculators you can use in the field and on the job, and more! B-Y represents hundreds of manufacturers and we serve thousands of customers throughout Michigan and Northwest Ohio, through 16 branches and a 150,000 square foot distribution center in Kensington Park.

About

CoolCalc Scan

Capture precise 3D room scans using your device's LiDAR sensor. Organize projects, integrate with a web platform for advanced visualization, and export models in industry-standard formats. Ideal for professionals needing accurate spatial data.

Highlights
  • Precise LiDAR scanning
  • Detailed 3D model capture
  • Project organization
  • CoolCalc platform integration
  • Industry-standard export formats
  • Multi-room scanning
Features
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Free Scanning — Paid Web Features This iOS app is a companion to CoolCalc. Scanning is free. To use your scan results for ACCA Manual J, Manual S, or Manual D calculations, you’ll need a separate paid subscription or single-project purchase in app.coolcalc.com, our web app. KEY FEATURES • Precise LiDAR Scanning Capture detailed 3D models of rooms with accurate measurements. Document walls, ceilings, windows, doors, and room geometry with professional-grade precision. • Project Organization Create projects for different properties or jobs. Scan multiple rooms and keep everything organized in one place. • CoolCalc Platform Integration Connect your scans with the CoolCalc web platform. Upload your models for advanced processing and visualization with interactive 3D viewers. • Professional Export Export your 3D models in industry-standard formats. Share scans with clients, colleagues, or use them in other professional tools. • Multi-Room Scanning Document entire properties efficiently. Scan room by room and combine them into complete building models. IDEAL FOR Perfect for HVAC professionals, contractors, architects, interior designers, and anyone who needs accurate spatial measurements for their work. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone or iPad with LiDAR sensor (iPhone 12 Pro and later, iPad Pro 2020 and later) • iOS 17.5 or later • Account required for platform integration features

Screenshots

The B4 screens
CoolCalc Scan3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The B at 100% against CoolCalc Scan's 0%. The B also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.6) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.5). CoolCalc Scan's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The B holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of The B's written reviews are positive against 0% of CoolCalc Scan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The B ships an update every 9 months, CoolCalc Scan monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
The B versus CoolCalc Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe BCoolCalc Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better2.6 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings47 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Behler-Young CompanyCool Calc Inc.

Customer experience

The B

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CoolCalc Scan

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

The B

No in-app purchases

None

CoolCalc Scan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The B free?
The B is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CoolCalc Scan free?
CoolCalc Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The B or CoolCalc Scan?
The B is rated higher. The B averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while CoolCalc Scan averages 2.6 from 7 ratings.
Do The B or CoolCalc Scan have ads?
The B shows ads; CoolCalc Scan does not.
Which is updated more often, The B or CoolCalc Scan?
The B ships an update every 9 months, and CoolCalc Scan monthly. Most recently, The B was updated on October 24, 2026 and CoolCalc Scan on October 25, 2026.

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