Electric Panel vs Electrical Tools & Reference
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Electric Panel
This app helps you map and manage all electrical points in your home or office. Easily identify which switch controls a specific outlet or light, and see which points will lose power when a switch is turned off. Data syncs via iCloud for seamless device transfers.
- Map electrical points (outlets, lights, etc.)
- Link points to specific switches
- Identify switch for any point
- Identify points affected by a switch
- iCloud data synchronization
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The app stores all the electrical points of your house, apartment, office, etc. Such as outlets, lights, air conditioners, pumps, gates, etc. with links to switches and rooms. If you need to de-energize a point, the app will show you which switch to disconnect. If you need to disable a switch, the app will show you which points will be de-energized. Synchronization with iCloud - you don't have to re-enter all the data on the new phone manually.
Electrical Tools & Reference
Master electrical concepts, circuits, and wiring with this comprehensive app. It offers detailed diagrams, essential tools, and clear explanations for students, apprentices, and professionals. Learn theory, practice with quizzes, and access a symbol library for real-world electrical work.
- Electrical theory basics
- Interactive wiring diagrams
- Built-in electrical calculators
- Schematic symbols library
- Quizzes and electrical tests
- Real-world explanations
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Master electricity, circuits, and real-world wiring! Whether you're a student, apprentice, or working electrician, this comprehensive app is your go-to resource for understanding and applying electrical engineering concepts. Learn electrical theory, explore detailed wiring diagrams, and use handy tools to make everyday electrical work easier and more accurate. All-in-One Electrician’s Toolkit Learn Electrical Basics – Voltage, current, resistance, power, Ohm’s & Kirchhoff’s laws, grounding, and more Interactive Wiring Diagrams – Switches (SPST, DPST, intermediate), socket and lighting circuits, sensors, and motor connections (star/delta, capacitor, contactors) Built-In Calculators – Power, current, voltage, resistance, energy costs, resistor codes, and essential electrical formulas Schematic Symbols Library – Standard electronics symbols: resistors, capacitors, fuses, diodes, transistors, and more Clear, Practical Learning Simple, real-world explanations for beginners and pros alike Visual diagrams and field-ready schematics for easy understanding Practice your knowledge with quizzes and electrical tests Covers both theory and hands-on electrical installation cases Perfect For: Electrical engineering students & apprentices Electricians and field technicians Instructors and vocational trainers DIY enthusiasts with technical curiosity Why Choose This App? Electrician Handbook has been trusted for its practical approach to electrical education. Everything you need – from core concepts to practical applications – in one easy-to-use guide. In-app purchase Details: Monthly Subscription Lifetime Subscription Privacy Policy : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of use : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Electrical Tools & Reference at 4.6 against Electric Panel's 3.0. Electrical Tools & Reference also leads on ratings volume (31 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.1). Electric Panel's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Electric Panel sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Electrical Tools & Reference sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Electrical Tools & Reference holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electrical Tools & Reference has 31 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Electric Panel ships an update every 2 days, Electrical Tools & Reference every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Electric Panel | Electrical Tools & Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 4.6 (31 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 31 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 88 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vitalij Arslanov | Ashvin Kevadiya |
Customer experience
Electric Panel
Electrical Tools & Reference
In-app purchases
Electric Panel
- Unlock Full Version$1.99
Electrical Tools & Reference
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Lifetime Premium$3.99
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