Comparison

Span Calc vs ControlMax

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

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About

Span Calc

Calculate maximum horizontal spans for wood joists and rafters using various lumber species and grades. Compares multiple options for common loading conditions based on NDS® standards.

Highlights
  • Calculates joist and rafter spans
  • Supports all softwood and hardwood lumber
  • Uses 2021 NDS® for Wood Construction
  • Compares multiple species and grades
  • Handles common loading conditions
Features
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The American Wood Council (AWC) Span Calculator for Wood Joists and Rafters (Span Calc) performs calculations for all species and grades of commercially available softwood and hardwood lumber as found in the 2021 National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction. Joists and rafter spans for common loading conditions can be determined. A span options calculator allows selection of multiple species and grades for comparison purposes. Supported by the Softwood Lumber Board. Maximum horizontal spans for joists and rafters are calculated based on the following assumptions and conditions: · Joists and rafters are oriented to support vertical loads applied to the narrow (1.5 in. thick) face of the member, resulting in strong-axis bending. · At least three joists or rafters are installed parallel to one another and spaced not more than 24 inches on-center, with properly designed sheathing attached on the top (compression) edge of each joist or rafter. · Joists and rafters are single-span with adequate structural support at each end. The Span Calculator does not address cantilevered joists and rafters, multiple-span joists and rafters, or spliced joists and rafters. · For joists and rafters, most building codes specify a minimum bearing length of 1.5 inches on wood or metal and not less than 3 inches on masonry or concrete. These minimum bearing lengths are to be used in the absence of calculated bearing lengths. Consult the local building code for specific requirements. · Joists and rafters carry only combinations of dead load plus live load (D + L), dead load plus snow load (D + S), or dead load plus roof live load (D + Lr). The Span Calculator does not address wind load or seismic load. · Buildings in regions with ground snow loads greater than 70 psf should not use the prescriptive provisions of the governing building code without approval of the authority having jurisdiction. Buildings in these high snow zones should be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice. While every effort has been made to insure the accuracy of the information presented, and special effort has been made to assure that the information reflects the state-of-the-art, neither the American Wood Council nor its members assume any responsibility for any particular design prepared from this Span Calculator application. Those using this Span Calculator assume all liability from its use.

About

ControlMax

This app helps you get the best results from your Titan ControlMax sprayer. It provides recommended tip and pressure settings based on your paint and project, and allows you to track all your job details, including photos and invoices. Access helpful resources like how-to videos and owner's manuals.

Highlights
  • Recommended tip & pressure settings
  • Paint and project scanning
  • Job and project tracking
  • Photo capture for jobs
  • Invoice and receipt storage
  • How-to videos and tutorials
  • Owner's manuals access
Features
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Get the most out of your Titan ControlMax sprayer with the free ControlMax App. With the click of a button, you’ll receive recommended tip & pressure settings based on the paint or stain you’re using, plus track and record specifics about all your jobs and projects. You’ll have quick and easy access to all the details about your sprayer including how-to videos, sprayer techniques, FAQs, owner’s manuals and more. This app is designed to be paired only with the Titan ControlMax High Efficiency Airless series of sprayers. Pro Start: Ensure the perfect finish every time • Pro Start provides you with recommended settings based on your exact paint & project • Simply scan the paint your going to use then select what kind of project you’re doing • Get to work faster with recommended tip and pressure settings My Jobs: Keep track and record of all your projects in the palm of your hand • Record all the job details in a single spot for easy reference • Quick reference back to how much paint you used and specific colors • Capture before and after photos • Store notes & estimates, invoices or receipts Support: Need help? We have you covered! • How-to videos • Owner’s manuals • Sprayer tutorials • FAQs • Quick access to purchase tips & accessories

Screenshots

Span Calc4 screens
ControlMax4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Span Calc at 2.9 against ControlMax's 1.2. Span Calc also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 15 months) and review sentiment (30% vs 0%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Span Calc holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Span Calc's written reviews are positive against 0% of ControlMax's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Span Calc ships an update every 10 days, ControlMax every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Span Calc versus ControlMax: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpan CalcControlMax
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (15 ratings) — better1.2 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews29.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.214.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAmerican Wood CouncilTitan Tool

Customer experience

Span Calc

All ratings15 ratings
Positive53.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.7%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive29.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative59.3%

ControlMax

All ratings6 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Span Calc

No in-app purchases

None

ControlMax

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Span Calc free?
Span Calc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ControlMax free?
ControlMax is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Span Calc or ControlMax?
Span Calc is rated higher. Span Calc averages 2.9 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while ControlMax averages 1.2 from 6 ratings.
Do Span Calc or ControlMax have ads?
Neither Span Calc nor ControlMax shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Span Calc or ControlMax?
Span Calc ships an update every 10 days, and ControlMax every 15 months. Most recently, Span Calc was updated on October 12, 2026 and ControlMax on October 5, 2026.

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