SmartFrame by Tilling Timber vs The Chippy Calc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SmartFrame by Tilling Timber
Design and certify structural beams for your projects by entering measurements and conditions. Visualize beam applications with pictorial models and receive a design certificate upon selection. Find local stockists and access product information.
- Design and certify structural beams
- Enter project measurements and conditions
- Visualize beam applications with models
- Select and confirm beam suitability
- Email design certificates
- Find local stockists
- Access product information downloads
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The SmartFrame App enables you to design and certify the right SmartFrame beam for your project. Simply enter your project’s measurements and conditions, and beam application (e.g. lintel, bearer, joist etc.). Pictorial models are included so you can visualise and compare against your project. The models also explain some of the more technical terms, such as FLW (Floor Load Width). Once you have entered your inputs, the Calculator will present a range of SmartFrame members to choose from. Simply select a size, and the calculator will confirm its suitability. You can even email a design certificate to confirm and certify your product selection! Also available in the SmartFrame App are: A Store locator, helping you find the nearest SmartFrame stockists and resellers Product information downloads, giving you access to all technical information literature for the SmartFrame range
The Chippy Calc
This app provides carpenters, builders, and DIYers with precise, visual construction calculations. It offers specialized tools for stairs, decks, rafters, and more, with support for both metric and imperial units. All calculations can be saved and accessed offline.
- Visual results with scaled diagrams
- Metric and imperial unit support
- Offline functionality
- 14+ specialized construction calculators
- Stair, deck, and rafter calculations
- Linear cut list optimization
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The Chippy Calc helps carpenters, builders, and DIYers work faster with precise, visual calculations. See measurements clearly on screen, switch seamlessly between metric and imperial, and keep your work saved for later — even when you are offline. Built by a qualified carpenter in Melbourne, the app focuses on real site workflows. Calculations are paired with scaled diagrams so you can verify inputs at a glance and reduce mistakes. Key capabilities: - Visual results alongside every calculation - Universal units with metric and imperial support - Works fully offline for on-site use - 17+ specialized calculators designed for construction tasks Popular calculators include: - Stair calculator for rise/run, step count, and stringer details - Decking calculator for boards, picture frames, overhangs, fascia, and screws - Rafter calculator for lengths, plumb/seat cuts, tails, and pitch for gable and skillion - Housed stringers for stopped or through housings with detailed set-out diagrams - Arc calculator for radius, diameter, chord, rise, arc length, and wall offsets - Slope and fall for gradients, ratios, levels, and drainage runs - Balustrade spacing for compliant gaps and end margins - Even spacing to distribute items with equal end gaps or center options - Linear cut list to optimize stock lengths and reduce waste - Right angle and oblique triangle solvers - Slab and concrete for holes, piers, slabs, and beams - Raked walls for precise stud lengths on sloped walls Who it is for: - Carpenters and tradies who need reliable, fast results - Builders, site supervisors, apprentices, and DIY homeowners Support: - Help guides are included for each calculator - Contact: support@thechippycalc.com - Privacy: https://thechippycalc.com/privacy Build smarter. Calculate faster. See your measurements clearly with The Chippy Calc. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartFrame by Tilling Timber at none against The Chippy Calc's 3. SmartFrame by Tilling Timber also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.4). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. The Chippy Calc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. SmartFrame by Tilling Timber asks for nothing beyond the download.
SmartFrame by Tilling Timber ships an update every 2 weeks, The Chippy Calc every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmartFrame by Tilling Timber | The Chippy Calc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TILLING TIMBER PROPRIETARY LIMITED | Vike Digital Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
SmartFrame by Tilling Timber
The Chippy Calc
In-app purchases
SmartFrame by Tilling Timber
No in-app purchases
The Chippy Calc
- Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Annually$19.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium Access$79.99
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