# Construction Master Pro Calc vs Pipe Calc Elite

The clearest difference is price: Construction Master Pro Calc at Free against Pipe Calc Elite's $19.99. Construction Master Pro Calc also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 24 months) and ratings volume (40K vs 152). Pipe Calc Elite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20). On rating, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Construction Master Pro Calc is free to download; Pipe Calc Elite costs $19.99 up front. Construction Master Pro Calc sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.69 per month. Pipe Calc Elite asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Construction Master Pro Calc against 4.8 for Pipe Calc Elite. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Construction Master Pro Calc has 40K ratings behind it against 152, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Construction Master Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 64% of Pipe Calc Elite's.

Construction Master Pro Calc ships an update every 3 weeks, Pipe Calc Elite every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Construction Master Pro Calc | Pipe Calc Elite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $19.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (40K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-master-pro-calc/id370406446/reviews) | [4.8 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-calc-elite/id595640000/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **40K** | 152 |
| Positive reviews | 60.1% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 24 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | #167 |
| Size | 111 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) | [Cyberprodigy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/510284906) |

## What reviewers say

### Construction Master Pro Calc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-master-pro-calc/id370406446)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app is a powerful construction calculator designed for professionals working with dimensions. It offers a wide range of solutions for dimensional math, right angle calculations, area and volume, and special functions, helping to improve speed and accuracy in layouts, bids, and estimates.

**Highlights:** Dimensional math and conversions, Right angle and rafter calculations, Area and volume solutions, Full trigonometric functions, Built-in user's guide and help, Save and share calculations, Project notes and attachments

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Full Access | $3.69 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| CMPro Full Access | $9.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Full Access | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Full Access | $19.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and always available
- ⚙️ Comprehensive construction calculations
- 💪 Industry-standard tool
- 🔍 Accurate and reliable
- 📱 Integrates well with mobile devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🔒 Locks data behind subscription
- 🔄 Forced to re-purchase after device changes
- 🔍 Lacks full metric support
- 🔧 Occasional UI/UX issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Calculation errors in some scenarios
- Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Requested features**

- Add metric unit support
- Offer one-time purchase option
- Improve backup and data transfer
- Add more customization options
- Enhance overall user experience


### Pipe Calc Elite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-calc-elite/id595640000)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

An advanced calculator for pipe trade professionals, offering quick access to pipe data, dimensions, and complex calculation solutions. It handles fractions and unit conversions, making it an essential tool for plumbers and fabricators on the job site.

**Highlights:** Pipe data and dimensions, Pressure loss calculations, Offset and cutback calculations, Fraction and unit conversions, 7 pipe material options, Detailed pipe data lookup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Construction Master Pro Calc free?

Construction Master Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pipe Calc Elite free?

Pipe Calc Elite costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Construction Master Pro Calc or Pipe Calc Elite?

Construction Master Pro Calc and Pipe Calc Elite are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 40K and 152 ratings respectively.

### Do Construction Master Pro Calc or Pipe Calc Elite have ads?

Neither Construction Master Pro Calc nor Pipe Calc Elite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Construction Master Pro Calc or Pipe Calc Elite?

Construction Master Pro Calc ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pipe Calc Elite every 24 months. Most recently, Construction Master Pro Calc was updated on October 17, 2026 and Pipe Calc Elite on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Construction Master Pro Calc or Pipe Calc Elite?

Construction Master Pro Calc currently peaks at #38 in the App Store charts, and Pipe Calc Elite at #167. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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