EE ToolKit vs Pluto Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EE ToolKit
This comprehensive toolkit offers over 160 electronic applications, calculators, and reference tools for engineers, students, and hobbyists. It features a multi-functional keyboard, color code tools, audio scope, frequency generator, and component references with datasheet access. The app supports real-time circuit simulations and includes a file manager for saving calculations.
- Over 160 electronic applications
- Multi-functional keyboard
- Color code and SMD code tools
- Audio scope and frequency pitch detector
- Frequency generator
- Component reference section with datasheet access
- Real-time circuit simulations
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This is the brand-new Electronics Engineering ToolKit! The HIGHLY RATED and RECOMMENDED productivity app. Users say it is the BEST and MOST PRACTICAL Electronics App in the whole App Store. From an electronics enthusiast with a master's degree in Electronics Engineering. This App is for engineers, students and hobbyists and anyone interested in Electronics Engineering. The App gets CONSTANT and POWERFUL improvements! !!! This is a UNIVERSAL App - for iPhone and iPad !!! With In-App upgrade to PRO. If you don't like In-App purchases, you can also download the PRO version (red icon with PRO text) which is full PRO from the beginning without any In-App purchase. WHAT OTHER USERS ARE SAYING: “Awesome app, constant and powerful improvements” This app was worth every penny I paid for it back when I bought it years ago. Since then, I’ve regularly used it at work and found it to be an excellent, quick tool to use. The most impressive aspect of this app are the constant and VERY impressive updates! Massive feature additions and very easy to use interface! The list of capabilities this app has makes it an amazing value for truly anyone involved in electronics. “Latest version makes this an exceptional tool” The EE Toolkit was always a very useful tool, but with the additions in the latest version it is truly an exceptional tool. The author is extremely diligent in managing bugs and improving the tool. “A superb app highly recommended” Fantastic application. Very useful. Always updated. Good developer. Lots of great bonus tools. Just love it. "Incredible useful, worth the money" I have had this app for a while now. Originally as an Electrical Engineering student I didnt really use it but once I was out in the field it became my bible. I definitely recommend to any engineering students/professionals alike. I also recommend buying the Pro version because it is definitely worth it. FEATURES OF THE EE TOOLKIT: Ω more than 160 electronic applications Ω amazingly great multi-functional keyboard Ω huge selection of color code tools and SMD code tools Ω audio scope and a frequency pitch detector Ω favorites page only for the tools that you have marked as favorite Ω full-featured frequency generator Ω extra large component reference section (incl. 7400 Series, PIC family, etc.) with the option to open pdf datasheets live or by e.g. iBooks Ω 555 Timer Tools with the most important application examples Ω extensive collection of Single Board Computers (more than 120 different boards!!!) Ω PCB trace impedance tools for several different structures Ω simple and quick unit conversion within the single calculators Ω fast on-the-fly conversions and calculations Ω real-time circuit simulations of the example circuits Ω support for preferred E series, sliders and min/max calculations Ω auto-save of all entries over several sessions Ω file manager to save and load individual calculations Ω built-in access to your iCloud Ω formula search tool with quick links to the tool which uses the formula Ω and many many more
Pluto Controller
Control a DIY nano-drone with your smartphone. Features include pilot-friendly controls, automated flight, HD camera streaming, and diagnostic tools. Create a pilot profile to track and share your flight stats.
- Pilot-friendly flight controls
- Automated take-off and flip maneuvers
- HD streaming and camera functions
- Pilot profile with in-flight stats
- Drone diagnosis and calibration
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Pluto is a Smartphone Controlled DIY nano-drone by Drona Aviation, India’s first nano-drone company, based out of IIT Bombay. Pluto Controller is the application used to fly Pluto. It connects to the Drone’s WiFi Hotspot, giving the user access to the Drone’s Flight Control System. Pluto Controller boasts of a number of convenient features that make flying Pluto a comfortable and enjoyable experience. PILOT-FRIENDLY CONTROLS Pluto Controller app makes for comfortable and enjoyable flight experience with Pluto. It features a number of flight options that can be selected by the pilot as per preference and is absolutely user-friendly. AUTOMATED FLIGHT AND FANCY MOVES With newly integrated automated commands, you can now avoid the hassle of manually making Pluto take off and you can now show off with your Pluto with the Flip Controls in the revamped Pluto Controller app! HD STREAMING AND CAMERA FUNCTIONS Use Pluto camera with hd streaming, video, photo and flip lens functions. PILOT PROFILE AND STATS Create your own Pluto Pilot Profile and show off your in-flight stats with your friends! Compete with them to see who can get the longest flight time! DIAGNOSIS (INCLUDE CALIBRATION, MOTOR TEST) Diagnosing your drone is as simple as a screen tap away. All diagnosis options including sensor calibration, motor testing are available in the Pluto Controller App settings and the pilot can ensure optimal performance from the Drone using these settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EE ToolKit at 4.7 against Pluto Controller's 4.0. EE ToolKit also leads on ratings volume (1.4K vs 8) and review sentiment (90% vs 75%). Pluto Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. EE ToolKit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pluto Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
EE ToolKit holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EE ToolKit has 1.4K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of EE ToolKit's written reviews are positive against 75% of Pluto Controller's.
EE ToolKit ships an update every 3 months, Pluto Controller every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EE ToolKit | Pluto Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.4K ratings) — better | 4.0 (8 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 90.2% of reviews — better | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 14 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 289 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Gruber | Drona Aviation Private Limited |
Customer experience
EE ToolKit
Pluto Controller
Bugs and requests
EE ToolKit
Reported bugs
2 issues- Locked features not unlocking properly
- Certain tools and calculators not functioning as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Add circuit simulation capabilities
- Include more microcontroller and automotive-related content
- Improve zooming and readability on certain screens
- Implement Kirchhoff's laws and node analysis tools
Pluto Controller
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
EE ToolKit
- Complete EE ToolKit Pro Upgrade$9.99
Pluto Controller
No in-app purchases
Questions
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