Comparison

ABeam Pro vs Auto RC

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

Head to head
About

ABeam Pro

This app streamlines structural beam analysis using the Direct Stiffness Method. It provides instant calculations for reactions, shear forces, bending moments, and deflections, with interactive visualizations and exportable reports. Ideal for engineers and students needing fast, accurate structural solutions.

Highlights
  • Direct Stiffness Method analysis
  • Calculates reactions, shear, moment, deflection
  • Interactive diagrams and plots
  • Exportable PDF reports
  • Student tutorials and examples
  • Offline functionality
Features
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ABeam Pro: Master Structural Analysis with Precision & Speed! Engineer Smarter, Not Harder
Tired of tedious manual calculations or clunky software? Meet A-Beam—the ultimate app for fast, accurate beam analysis using the Direct Stiffness Method. Designed by engineers for engineers, A-Beam transforms complex structural calculations into effortless, lightning-fast solutions—whether you’re designing a bridge, a rooftop, or acing your coursework. Why ABeam Pro? ► Direct Stiffness Method Perfected: Solve any beam configuration—simply input spans, supports, and loads (point, distributed, moments). Let A-Beam handle the math.
 ► Instant Results: Calculate reactions, shear forces, bending moments, and deflections in seconds. No more spreadsheets or guesswork.
 ► Visualize & Validate: Interactive diagrams display shear/moment curves, deformation plots, and critical points. See your design come to life.
 ► Export-Ready Reports: Generate professional PDF summaries with key metrics—perfect for presentations, reports, or client reviews.
 ► Student-Friendly: Built-in tutorials and examples demystify the Direct Stiffness Method. Learn faster, design smarter. For Engineers, Students, and Pros
Whether you’re a student tackling statics homework, a site engineer verifying a design, or a pro optimizing a structure, A-Beam is your pocket-sized powerhouse:
 ► Analyze beams of any length, material, or load combination
 ► Adjust parameters on-the-fly and see real-time updates 
► Avoid costly errors with precision-engineered algorithms 
► Work offline—no internet? No problem. Trusted by 50,000+ Engineers Worldwide
ABeam Pro isn’t just an app—it’s your secret weapon for structural confidence. Ditch outdated tools and join a new era of engineering agility. Download Now and Build with Certainty!   Your Beam. Your Rules. Solved in Seconds.
Available on iOS. No subscriptions, no bloat—just pure engineering power.   Build Boldly. Calculate Fearlessly. A-Beam. Perfect for: Civil engineers, structural designers, architecture students, construction pros, and DIY enthusiasts tackling beams like a boss.

About

Auto RC

This app simplifies structural design by automatically generating beam layouts from floor plans using AI. It offers tools for analyzing and designing structural elements, with advanced features for full building modeling and detailed exports available through a subscription.

Highlights
  • AI-powered floor plan scanning and beam layout generation
  • Automatic structural element analysis and design
  • 3D rebar visualization
  • Full building modeling (Pro Mode)
  • 3D structural analysis with load combinations
  • Export calculation reports and CAD plans
  • BIM compatible IFC export
Features
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Structural design becomes your new superpower. Auto RC doesn't just deliver fast results — it helps you understand the fundamentals of structural design and empowers you to create professional-grade structures with confidence. Free Features for All Users 1) Scan floor plans and auto-generate beam layouts using AI 2) Analyze and design structural elements automatically (up to 50 beams per plan) 3) View 3D rebar details for beams 4) Customize beam and slab design as needed 5) Save projects by watching ads Premium Features for Subscribers 1) Build full structural models with Pro Mode 2) Design and edit entire buildings: slabs, beams, columns, foundations, stairs, roofs, and steel frames 3) Run full 3D structural analysis with load combinations 4) Export full calculation reports 5) Auto-generate rebar models for the entire structure 6) Export bar cut lists and shop drawings 7) Export bill of quantities (BOQ) 8) Export structural CAD plans 9) Export 3D rebar models in IFC format for BIM compatibility 10) Enjoy an ad-free experience Auto RC Subscription Plans Weekly: $4.99 Monthly: $9.99 Yearly: $99.99 (save 2 months) Free 7-day trial – cancel anytime. Your premium access stays active until the end of the trial or billing cycle. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ABeam Pro4 screens
Auto RC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Auto RC at 75% against ABeam Pro's 14%. Auto RC also leads on price (Free vs $4.99) and rating (4.5 vs 1.0). ABeam Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Auto RC is free to download; ABeam Pro costs $4.99 up front. Auto RC sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. ABeam Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Auto RC holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Auto RC has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of ABeam Pro's written reviews are positive against 75% of Auto RC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
ABeam Pro versus Auto RC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterABeam ProAuto RC
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.5 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJutarus Ratanasethakulvachiraphun mekvarmdee

Customer experience

ABeam Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Auto RC

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

ABeam Pro

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Auto RC

Subscriptions2
  • สมัครสมาชิกรายเดือน7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • สมัครสมาชิกรายปี7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time6
  • Export IFC model file$2.99
  • Export structural model file$2.99
  • สมัครสมาชิกแบบไม่ต่ออายุ$4.99
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  • Export structural model file$4.99
  • Export structural model file$7.99
  • Export structural model file$9.99

Questions

Is ABeam Pro free?
ABeam Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Auto RC free?
Auto RC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ABeam Pro or Auto RC?
Auto RC is rated higher. ABeam Pro averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Auto RC averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do ABeam Pro or Auto RC have ads?
Neither ABeam Pro nor Auto RC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ABeam Pro or Auto RC?
ABeam Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Auto RC every 3 weeks. Most recently, ABeam Pro was updated on October 26, 2026 and Auto RC on October 30, 2026.

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