Open Channel Flow Lite vs Animo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Open Channel Flow Lite
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Open Channel Flow Lite is the free edition of Open Channel Flow Pro. It has every feature of the Pro version, for small channels. CHANNEL SHAPES • Rectangular • Trapezoidal • Circular • Natural (irregular cross-section, with overbank roughness) • Triangular • Parabolic SOLVE FOR • Discharge, water depth, bed slope, and the channel width or pipe diameter, using Manning's equation RESULTS • Flow area, wetted perimeter, hydraulic radius, velocity, Froude number and flow regime • Critical depth, specific energy, alternate and sequent depths • Discharge rating curve and specific energy charts MORE TOOLS • Water surface profiles by the direct step method, from a control depth • Efficient Section: size the best section for a design discharge • Manning's n picker • Metric and English units • Worksheets to save and reopen your calculations • PDF reports to share • Built-in documentation and usage manual • iPhone and iPad LIMITS OF THE LITE VERSION • Discharge up to 0.5 m³/s (17.65 ft³/s) • Water depth in a circular channel up to 0.6 m (1.96 ft) • Trapezoidal side slope of 1:1 only Open Channel Flow Pro removes these limits. No account and no ads. Your worksheets stay on your device.
Animo
This app leverages AI and machine learning to streamline operations in the oil, gas, and geothermal industries. It provides real-time data access, seamless integration, and enhanced collaboration for professionals. Drive innovation and achieve operational excellence with powerful insights.
- AI and ML-enhanced workflows
- Seamless data integration
- Real-time data access and alerting
- Collaborative ecosystem
- Operational data analysis
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Unlock the future of oil, gas, and geothermal operations with Animo! Designed by engineers for industry professionals, Animo gives you your time back, leveraging the best in AI and machine learning. Streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and drive innovation, all in real-time. Experience a new era of operational excellence with Animo. Revolutionize Your Operations Animo redefines digital transformation in the oil, gas, and geothermal sectors, offering an unparalleled integration and analysis of operational data. This innovative tool combines dynamic datasets with advanced AI and machine learning capabilities, providing comprehensive insights from the field to the boardroom. With Animo, operational challenges are turned into opportunities for growth, setting new benchmarks in performance and efficiency. Features That Empower Seamless Data Integration: Merge operational datasets effortlessly, ensuring a holistic view of your operations. Real-Time Data Access and Alerting: Stay ahead with instant access to critical data and proactive alerts. AI and ML-Enhanced Workflows: Transform complex data into actionable insights, fostering better decision-making. Collaborative Ecosystem: Enhance team synergy and vendor partnerships with shared objectives and strategies, backed by data-driven intelligence. Animo is more than just a technological tool; it's a catalyst for change, bridging traditional practices with the forefront of technology. By fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, ANIMO not only meets today's industry demands but also shapes the future of energy. Built by and for upstream oil and gas and geothermal professionals, ANIMO is dedicated to giving peers the power to lead, innovate, and excel in an evolving landscape. Join us in setting new standards for the industry and shaping its future with every task. Welcome to the new era of operational excellence with Animo.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Animo at every 9 days against Open Channel Flow Lite's every 13 months. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Open Channel Flow Lite ships an update every 13 months, Animo every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Open Channel Flow Lite | Animo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.2 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexius Academia | Astra Innovations LLC |
In-app purchases
Open Channel Flow Lite
No in-app purchases
Animo
No in-app purchases
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