Comparison

Ductulator vs PVC

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
Currently charting
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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.

About

PVC

Features
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PVC 4DAT is field-first planning and inventory for PVC pipe projects. Punch in what a project requires, and PVC 4DAT shows the inventory gaps — the pipe, fittings, and consumables you still need to buy — then helps you order them in a tap. PLAN THE JOB • Build a plan from the pipe and fitting requirements your project needs • Start from preset plan templates, or build your own custom templates (Pro) • Cold-water layouts; sizing by diameter and schedule TRACK WHAT YOU HAVE • Track pipe segments and fitting stock by type and diameter • Add inventory by hand, by CSV, or straight from a photo (Pro) • See totals by category at a glance CLOSE THE GAPS • PVC 4DAT subtracts what you have from what a project needs • The shopping list shows exactly what to buy, in pieces and lengths • Reserve stock to a project so two jobs never double-count the same parts • Export the shopping list as a print-ready PDF (Pro) ORDER THE MISSING PARTS • Each part can open a tagged Amazon search built from its type, diameter, and schedule (Pro) • No prices, ratings, or images in-app — just a clean search link • Confirm size, schedule, and fitment on the listing before ordering PRIVATE BY DESIGN • All data stays on your device; no account, no analytics, no tracking PVC 4DAT is free to start: 2 projects, 25 inventory items, and the preset plans. PVC 4DAT Pro ($8.99/year) unlocks unlimited projects and inventory, custom plan templates, PDF export, photo inventory scan, and Amazon shopping links. As an Amazon Associate, 4DAT earns from qualifying purchases made through links in the app. PVC 4DAT does not display Amazon prices, ratings, or reviews. Sizing and bill-of-materials outputs are planning aids, not engineering or code advice; none of the templates are for hot water. Terms of Use: https://pvc4dat.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://pvc4dat.com/privacy

Screenshots

Ductulator4 screens
PVC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PVC at Free against Ductulator's $3.99. Ductulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#66 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

PVC is free to download; Ductulator costs $3.99 up front. PVC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year. Ductulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Ductulator versus PVC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuctulatorPVC
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (317 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings317 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#66 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.618.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWassim Murr4DAT LLC

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

PVC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Ductulator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PVC

Subscriptions1
  • PVC 4DAT Pro$8.991 Year

Questions

Is Ductulator free?
Ductulator costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PVC free?
PVC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ductulator or PVC have ads?
Neither Ductulator nor PVC shows ads.

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