# Piping DataBase vs Pipe Trades Pro Calc

The clearest difference is price: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at Free against Piping DataBase's $9.99. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 212). Piping DataBase's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 43%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download; Piping DataBase costs $9.99 up front. Piping DataBase sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Pipe Trades Pro Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Piping DataBase against 4.8 for Pipe Trades Pro Calc. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.4K ratings behind it against 212, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Piping DataBase's written reviews are positive against 43% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's.

Piping DataBase ships an update every 5 weeks, Pipe Trades Pro Calc every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Piping DataBase | Pipe Trades Pro Calc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (212 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piping-database-xtreme/id361124046/reviews)** | [4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 212 | **4.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **86.2% of reviews** | 42.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | #168 |
| Size | 18 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Radin Alcira](https://appshunter.io/developer/352538434) | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) |

## What reviewers say

### Piping DataBase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piping-database-xtreme/id361124046)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Paid · Utilities, #138 Top Paid (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pipe Spacing | Free | one-time |
| Flanges B16.47 | Free | one-time |
| Malleable Iron Fittings | Free | one-time |
| Orifice Flanges B16.36 | Free | one-time |
| Flange Joint  Bolt Tightening Sequence | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Handy reference
- 🔧 Comprehensive data
- 👍 User-friendly
- 💰 Worth the money
- 🔍 Accurate information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔍 Incomplete or inaccurate data in some areas
- 💻 Needs better compatibility with newer devices/OS

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after recent update
- Incorrect dimensions for some fittings

**Requested features**

- 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


### Pipe Trades Pro Calc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100)

**Currently charting:** #168 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app provides advanced calculation tools and comprehensive data for pipe trade professionals. It streamlines workflows for pipefitters, welders, and steamfitters with features for measurements, fluid dynamics, and material specifications. Designed for efficiency and accuracy, it works offline for on-site use.

**Highlights:** Advanced measurement calculations, Fluid dynamics and pressure analysis, Comprehensive pipe data access, Offline functionality, User-centric interface, Material and dimension options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔢 Useful calculator tool
- 🧠 Helpful for pipe fitters and welders
- 📱 Convenient to have on mobile device
- 🔍 Accurate calculations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model is too expensive
- 🔒 Requires internet connection to verify subscription
- 🔄 Used to be a one-time purchase
- 🤔 Confusing transition from one-time to subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or stops working after updates
- Calculation errors with fractions
- Issues with reinstalling or transferring purchases

**Requested features**

- Ability to use app without subscription
- Support for larger pipe sizes
- Add a back/undo button
- Rotate screen orientation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Piping DataBase free?

Piping DataBase costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Piping DataBase or Pipe Trades Pro Calc?

Piping DataBase is rated higher. Piping DataBase averages 4.9 out of 5 from 212 ratings, while Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 from 4.4K ratings.

### Do Piping DataBase or Pipe Trades Pro Calc have ads?

Neither Piping DataBase nor Pipe Trades Pro Calc shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Piping DataBase or Pipe Trades Pro Calc?

Piping DataBase ships an update every 5 weeks, and Pipe Trades Pro Calc every 7 months. Most recently, Piping DataBase was updated on October 20, 2026 and Pipe Trades Pro Calc on October 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Piping DataBase or Pipe Trades Pro Calc?

Piping DataBase currently peaks at #20 in the App Store charts, and Pipe Trades Pro Calc at #168. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*