BAC Builder vs PA TOOLS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BAC Builder
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Build-A-Cab is an App created to organize, manage and audit your racks. If you are a Big Company, a Data Center or just an organized user this tool can provide you all the information you need
PA TOOLS
This app assists with stage preparation and PA system tuning. It provides tools for L-Acoustics presets, patcher viewing, and calculating wave lengths and room modes.
- L-Acoustics preset guide
- Patcher viewer
- Wave length calculator
- Room mode calculator
- Stage preparation assistance
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PA TOOLS is your all-in-one utility kit for audio engineers. From system prep to quick calculations, it brings fast, reliable tools for every stage of a show. Included tools: • Wave Length — Convert delay, meters and phase instantly • Room Modes — Predict standing waves and plan your EQ strategy • Generator — Pink noise or tones with tactile feedback • RTA — Pocket-size RTA with weighted filters • Reference Playlist — Loop cues and walk-in edits on the go • Wave Recorder — Capture rehearsals in 48 kHz WAV and share instantly • SPL & Noise Tracker — Log SPL for compliance and break monitoring • PA Specs — Browse LAcoustics catalog and find compatible accessories • Speaker Load — Plan amp channel loads before the trucks roll in • Cable Section — Choose cable gauge and check voltage drop • L-Acoustics Prealignment — Match LA Network Manager presets with field timing • Sub Array Calculator — Design cardioid or broadside arrays quickly Full Unlock (In-App Purchase): Unlock the complete suite, remove time limits, enable full RTA, full recording, extended playlist playback, unlimited module access, and all upcoming features.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BAC Builder at none against PA TOOLS's 1. BAC Builder also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). PA TOOLS's advantage is device support. On price 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. PA TOOLS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BAC Builder asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | BAC Builder | PA TOOLS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | — | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dienteazul | Olivier Jobin |
In-app purchases
BAC Builder
No in-app purchases
PA TOOLS
- PA Tools – Full Unlock$22.99









