Comparison

Piping DataBase vs Vaetrix Hydro App

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

Head to head
About

Piping DataBase

Access a comprehensive piping database with detailed component information, dimensions, and figures. This continuously updated reference app offers a user-friendly interface for piping layout, drawings, and material take-offs. Get all modules for free for a limited time.

Highlights
  • Largest piping database
  • Detailed component information
  • Standard piping symbols
  • Interchangeable dimension units
  • Material take-off reference
  • Continuous updates based on user requests
Features
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Now the largest piping database reference - free in-app purchases. One price - All in! FOR A LIMITED TIME! Download now the complete library modules. Select the "+ Modules" tab to download your free modules. You will see the price as $ 0.00 for each in-app purchase. Tap the button to download for free, for a LIMITED TIME only. Continuous update for the biggest piping mobile application. We never stop adding, users are assured of new modules courtesy of requests by thousands of users. Presented in a very simple set-up – scroll to different components per category. Figures in standard piping symbols, drawn by CAD software. Dimension units are interchangeable and displayed in standard drafting practice. No need to view multiple pages, one stop per category. All relevant piping data are shown for every tap, no fancy displays, direct and easy to understand plus a guide per info page. The best reference for piping layout, isometric drawings, shop and field drawings, detailing and material take-off! Anytime, anywhere and any situation! We welcome suggestions to make this application the best piping reference app. If you want specific piping component to be included, please send feedback on the customer reviews and the most requested will be added ASAP!!! COMPONENTS: (all available here) - Fittings: 90/45 deg. Elbows, 90 deg Reducing Elbow, Straight & Reducing Tee, Straight & Reducing Cross, 180° Return, Coupling, Cap, Concentric & Eccentric Reducers, Lap Joint Stub End (BW, Socket Welding & Threaded) - Flanges: Welding Neck, Socket Welding, Slip-On Welding, Threaded, Blind & Lapped with quantity of Bolts, Diameter and Length. All class ratings, including RF & RTJ facings. (B16.5) - Valves: Gate, Globe, Check, Ball, Butterfly & Control Valves (Flanged, BW, Socket Welding and Threaded connections) - Pipe Schedule: STD, XS, XXS & all Schedules including API Specification 5L with weight of empty steel pipe or with water per foot/meter length. - Branch Connections: Welding, Socket & Threaded Outlets and Elbolets. - Line Blanks: Figure-8, Paddle Blanks & Paddle Spacers - Gaskets: B16.20 and B16.21 (non-metallic flat gaskets and spiral-wound, ring type joint and jacketed) - Suggested Pipe Support Spacing (New) - Malleable Iron Fittings (ASME B16.3) - Orifice Flanges (ASME B16.36) - Pipe Spacing - Large Diameter Flanges (ASME B16.47) - Flange Joint Bolt Tightening Sequence (single tool) Quick Tip: When in inches units, display shows decimal inch. To view in fraction, tap any dimension and will reveal the inch fraction equivalent.

About

Vaetrix Hydro App

Monitor pipeline pressure in real-time with live readings, min/max values, and customizable alarms. View trending graphs and store permanent data records. Easily share reports in PDF format for efficient field distribution and compliance.

Highlights
  • Live pressure monitoring
  • Min/Max pressure tracking
  • Customizable pressure alarms
  • Live trending graph
  • Data storage and PDF export
  • Field data distribution
Features
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Looking to ditch those pressure chart recorders or run a digital chart recorder side by side for testing various types of pipelines? Download the Hydro App to see live pressure, min/max, and set alarms to monitor the test window pressure. This includes an alarm to instantly bleed off or add pressure to the pipe for those temperature swings. Tap the graph feature and see a live trending graph on your Apple phone or tablet. All this while the data is being stored on the gauge in memory for a permanent record using the Hydro Test Management software or simply send a .pdf file with reading and graph. The app works with all Vaetrix ETG or HTG products regardless if they have just pressure or pressure/temperature. View and email files in the field for easy distribution, therefore saving time and money before you even leave the job. Data includes a date/time stamp for validity and all readings are traceable back to NIST if the gauge is within calibration. This takes the guess work out of whether the test was completed for the correct amount of time and designated test pressure, therefore satisfying the inspector or auditing body.

Screenshots

Piping DataBase4 screens
Vaetrix Hydro App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Piping DataBase at 86% against Vaetrix Hydro App's 0%. Piping DataBase also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (212 vs 2). Vaetrix Hydro App's advantage is price (Free vs $9.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Vaetrix Hydro App is free to download; Piping DataBase costs $9.99 up front. Piping DataBase sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Vaetrix Hydro App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Piping DataBase holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Piping DataBase has 212 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Piping DataBase's written reviews are positive against 0% of Vaetrix Hydro App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Piping DataBase ships an update every 5 weeks, Vaetrix Hydro App every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Piping DataBase versus Vaetrix Hydro App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPiping DataBaseVaetrix Hydro App
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (212 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews86.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings212 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#16 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS6.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRadin AlciraJM Test Systems Inc.

Customer experience

Piping DataBase

All ratings212 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral0.9%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive86.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative9.6%

Vaetrix Hydro App

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Piping DataBase

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes after recent update
  • Incorrect dimensions for some fittings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more pipe/fitting standards (e.g. DIN, AS)
  • Include more detailed information (e.g. flange pressure/temp ratings, swage dimensions)
  • Implement a favorites/recent list for quick access
  • Provide a PC/desktop version for easier integration with CAD

Vaetrix Hydro App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Piping DataBase

One-time5
  • Pipe SpacingFree
  • Flanges B16.47Free
  • Malleable Iron FittingsFree
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  • Orifice Flanges B16.36Free
  • Flange Joint Bolt Tightening SequenceFree
None

Vaetrix Hydro App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Piping DataBase free?
Piping DataBase costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Vaetrix Hydro App free?
Vaetrix Hydro App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Piping DataBase or Vaetrix Hydro App?
Piping DataBase is rated higher. Piping DataBase averages 4.9 out of 5 from 212 ratings, while Vaetrix Hydro App averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Piping DataBase or Vaetrix Hydro App have ads?
Neither Piping DataBase nor Vaetrix Hydro App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Piping DataBase or Vaetrix Hydro App?
Piping DataBase ships an update every 5 weeks, and Vaetrix Hydro App every 5 months. Most recently, Piping DataBase was updated on October 13, 2026 and Vaetrix Hydro App on October 9, 2026.

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