# Crane & Rigger vs Pipe Trades Pro Calc

The clearest difference is rating: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at 4.8 against Crane & Rigger's 1.4. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 12) and chart position (#168 vs unranked). Crane & Rigger's advantage is iOS requirement (8.2 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crane & Rigger sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months 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.

Pipe Trades Pro Calc holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.4K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Crane & Rigger's written reviews are positive against 43% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crane & Rigger | Pipe Trades Pro Calc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crane-and-rigger/id450555809/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **4.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **45.2% of reviews** | 42.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | — | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#168** |
| Size | 24 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.2** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Luke LeBlanc](https://appshunter.io/developer/450555812) | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) |

## What reviewers say

### Crane & Rigger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crane-and-rigger/id450555809)

Access capacity charts for hundreds of rigging items and calculate load formulas with ease. Browse a vast database of crane models and use mat calculators to simplify crane matting. Eliminate the need for physical manuals and reference materials.

**Highlights:** Capacity charts for rigging items, Sling and load calculators, Crane load chart database, Crane matting calculators, Ground pressure calculations, Steel weight calculators

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade - 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Upgrade - 6 Months | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro Upgrade - 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Object Density Reference | $0.99 | one-time |
| Steel Pipe Calculator | $1.99 | one-time |
| Steel Beam Calculator | $1.99 | one-time |
| Crane Range Calculator | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Advertisements | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mat Calculators | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Calculators Upgrade | $24.99 | one-time |


### 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 Crane & Rigger free?

Crane & Rigger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Crane & Rigger or Pipe Trades Pro Calc?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is rated higher. Crane & Rigger averages 1.4 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 from 4.4K ratings.

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