Ductulator vs Derated
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ductulator
Instantly calculate HVAC duct sizes based on airflow, friction rate, or velocity. This tool provides accurate duct dimensions in seconds without needing charts, supporting various duct types and units.
- Instant duct sizing
- Friction rate or velocity calculation
- Multiple valid duct dimensions
- IP and SI units support
- Detailed sizing mode
- Rectangular, circular, and flexible ducts
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Size HVAC ducts instantly using airflow, friction or velocity. Get accurate duct dimensions in seconds — no charts required. • Get a range of suitable duct sizes based on friction rate or velocity. • Get multiple valid duct dimensions instantly. • Tap on Friction Rate or Velocity to toggle between calculation methods. • IP and SI units. • Detailed sizing mode to adjust the duct dimensions and air flow rates. • Supports rectangular, circular and flexible ducts. • Automatic friction and velocity updates. Calculations are based on standard air 0.075 lb/ft3 (1.2 kg/m3) in clean galvanized steel or non-metallic flexible ducts. Any feedback is welcome, and will be the basis for future updates.
Derated
This app simplifies complex electrical calculations for electricians. It allows real-time calculation of conduit fill and wire ampacity derating, adhering to NEC guidelines. Results are accurate and easily shareable for collaboration or client communication.
- Real-time conduit fill calculation
- Simultaneous wire ampacity derating
- Adheres to NEC guidelines
- Uses NEC Chapter 9, Table 4 & 5 data
- Easy wire set setup
- Shareable calculation results
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Experience the simplicity of Derated, a cutting-edge conduit fill calculator designed with electricians in mind. This intuitive app goes beyond the basics, allowing you to effortlessly calculate conduit fill while simultaneously derating wires' ampacity. All in real-time. Adhering to the guidelines of the National Electric Code® (NEC), Derated simplifies complex calculations, providing accurate results without the hassle of load screens. Choose from various raceways and insulations outlined in the NEC, with dimensions and conduit/tubing area references from Chapter 9, Table 4. Insulated conductor dimensions are sourced from Chapter 9, Table 5. Setting up calculations is as easy as QuickBend, ensuring a straightforward process for adding sets of wires. The results are not only accurate but also easily shareable. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or explaining a wire pull to a client, Derated streamlines communication by sharing results effortlessly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Ductulator at 362 against Derated's 10. Derated's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $3.99). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and chart position 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
Ductulator costs $3.99 and Derated $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Derated holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ductulator has 362 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | Ductulator | Derated |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (362 ratings) | 4.9 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 362 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #104 — better | #199 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wassim Murr | Bret Hardman |
Customer experience
Ductulator
Derated
Bugs and requests
Ductulator
Reported bugs
4 issues- Decimal point doesn't work on calculator
- New flex option isn't working properly
- Friction rate can't be changed in the latest version
- Skips duct sizes (e.g., 24-26)
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to pick duct size and see CFM
- Include flat oval ducts
- Option to select round or square duct
- Ability to enter duct size and get CFM
- Option for flex duct
Derated
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ductulator
No in-app purchases
Derated
No in-app purchases









