EE ToolKit PRO for iPad vs Circuit Planner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad
This comprehensive toolkit offers over 160 electronic applications, calculators, and reference tools for electronics engineers, students, and hobbyists. It features a multi-functional keyboard, color code tools, audio scope, frequency generator, and component reference section with datasheet integration.
- Over 160 electronic applications
- Multi-functional keyboard
- Color code and SMD code tools
- Audio scope and frequency detector
- Component reference section with datasheets
- 555 Timer tools
- PCB trace impedance calculators
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This is the brand-new Electronics Engineering ToolKit for iPad! The HIGHLY RATED and RECOMMENDED productivity app. Users say it is the BEST and MOST PRACTICAL Electronics App in the whole iTunes 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! !!! Please Note: this is the EE ToolKit PRO for iPad Only !!! If you are interested in the Universal-App for iPhone and iPad, please look for the EE ToolKit App with the red icon. The EE ToolKit PRO is the preferred Electronics App at schools and universities. It is available through the Volume Purchase Program with a discount for educational institutions. Many students, teachers and professors have downloaded the App and are using it during their studies and career. 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
Circuit Planner
Design professional IEC circuit diagrams with a user-friendly interface. Access a vast library of symbols, utilize automatic connection features, and export your plans in PDF format. Ideal for electrical engineering projects.
- User-friendly interface for circuit diagram creation
- 1056 integrated IEC circuit diagram symbols
- Automatic connection system for precise wiring
- Export diagrams in PDF format
- Supports A4, A3, A2 formats with up to 20 drawing sheets
- Automatic backup of project data
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Circuit Planner is the intuitive and creative App to design IEC circuit diagrams for electrical engineering: • Uncomplicated handling and fast results close the gap between conventional drawing programs and complex CAD applications. • Numerous circuit diagram symbols, divided into categories, cover a wide range of applications in absolutely high-quality visualization. • All planning results can be exported in pdf format and printed out if required. The features in detail: • User-friendly, uncomplicated application for creating circuit diagrams for electrical engineering • 1070 integrated objects such as IEC circuit diagram symbols, text fields and geometries • Detailed IEC circuit diagram symbols, stored in categories, such as batteries, brakes, capacitors, conductors/cables, connections/terminals, control technology, converters, cross-references, devices, digital technology, fuses, generators, inductors, installation plans, integrated circuits / ICs, light sources, measuring instruments, motors, optical fibre cables, overvoltage protection, photovoltaic, plugs/sockets, protective devices, relays/contactors, reporting/signal devices, resistors, semiconductors, starters, switches/contacts, terminal strips, transformers and voltage sources • Reliable snap function for precise arrangement of objects on the drawing sheet • The automatic connection system ensures the correct electrical connection to immediately adjacent circuit diagram symbols at the starting point and end point of conductors • Automatically updated cross-references • Circuit diagrams in A4, A3 and A2 formats, each in landscape or portrait format with up to 20 drawing sheets • Drawing sheets with title block in two sizes for project details, date and name • Drawing sheets with column and row labelling and optional drawing grid • Print and export function for the circuit diagram in pdf format • Export and import options for scpData - project files • Clear and understandable explanations on how to use • Demo projects from the fields of energy technology, control technology and electronics • Save, load and sort function for project files • Automatic backup of project data when closing the application • App language: English and German Circuit Planner - A professional tool without annoying adverts, requires no internet connection and no in-app purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: EE ToolKit PRO for iPad at 86% against Circuit Planner's 60%. EE ToolKit PRO for iPad also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15). Circuit Planner's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $7.99) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad costs $7.99 and Circuit Planner $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad ships an update every 3 months, Circuit Planner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EE ToolKit PRO for iPad | Circuit Planner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $7.99 | $2.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (79 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 86.2% of reviews — better | 60.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 79 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 289 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Gruber | Axel Hauschild |
Customer experience
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad
Circuit Planner
Bugs and requests
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad
Reported bugs
8 issues- BJT icon for 2N3904 exists but component is missing
- iPad version is exactly the same as iPhone/iPad Pro Universal version
- No option to go back to menu page after selecting a category
- Adjusting capacitor affects inductor circuit calculation
- PD resistors are transposed
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- Resistors for adjustable regulator calculator are transposed
- Resistor/inductor impedance calculator does not work
- Some bugs make certain circuits not function properly
Requested features
14 requests- Add BJT 2N3904 and other low noise general purpose parts
- Add wiring for On On On switch
- Add USB-C connector pin-outs
- Improve resistor divider tool to recommend resistor values
- Add vacuum tube amplifier information
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- Add Field and waves information
- Add transformer, inductor, and electromagnetism category
- Include audio applications of the 555 timer
- Add more reference circuits (active filters, op-amp, SMPS)
- Add resistor ladder calculator
- Add 4000 series ICs
- Add transformer section with power factor calculations
- Improve UI design and layout
- Add dark mode option
Circuit Planner
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
EE ToolKit PRO for iPad
No in-app purchases
Circuit Planner
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is EE ToolKit PRO for iPad free?
Is Circuit Planner free?
Do EE ToolKit PRO for iPad or Circuit Planner have ads?
Which is updated more often, EE ToolKit PRO for iPad or Circuit Planner?
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