Max Zs Values vs The Voltage Drop Calc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Max Zs Values
This app calculates and displays maximum permitted Zs values for electrical installations, adhering to the 18th Edition of BS 7671. It includes 80% temperature adjusted values and manufacturer charts for MCCB devices, along with a converter for older Zs values.
- 100% BS 7671 Zs Values
- 80% On Site Guide Zs Values
- Adjustable disconnection times (0.4s, 0.2s, 5s)
- BS EN Device Zs calculation
- MCCB 60947-2 Zs charts
- Zs Converter for 18th edition
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Calculate and look up the maximum permitted Zs value ( earth loop impedance ). Max Zs Values also includes the 80% temperature adjusted values and a some MCCB 60947-2 manufacture Zs charts. - 100% BS 7671 Zs Values - 80% On Site Guide Zs Values - 0.4 (s) second disconnection times - 0.2 (s) second disconnection times - 5 (s) second disconnection times - Common BS EN Devices: Scroll through the list of protective devices and select the device rating to calculate the maximum permitted Zs value for your selected protective device and rating combination. - 60947-2 MCCB's Zs Tables: Look up the maximum permitted Zs tables for a selection of MCCB manufacture devices (some). - Maximum Zs Features: + Maximum Disconnection Times + BS 7671 18th Edition Zs Tables + Fuse's + MCB's + RCBO's + RCD's in TT earthing systems + Max REC Ze values + 100% values + 80% values + 0.4 second disconnection times + 0.2 second disconnection times + 5 second disconnection times + Uo 55v (U 110v) single phase and Uo 63.5v (three phase) Zs values + BS EN 60947-2 MCCB manufacture device charts (some) There is now a new "Zs Converter" to convert old Zs values to the new 18th edition 230v Cmin Zs values. Check out our collection of electrical apps such as the "Pro Certs" Electrical Certification App for iPad.
The Voltage Drop Calc
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Voltage Drop Calculator A simple, practical voltage drop calculator for electricians and engineers. Quickly calculate voltage drop, cable size, and load voltage for single-phase and three-phase systems. Designed to be easy to use on site, with advanced tools available for professionals. Free Features β’ Basic voltage drop calculation β’ Single-phase and three-phase systems β’ Copper or aluminium conductors β’ Adjustable cable length and load current β’ Power factor support β’ Clear voltage drop and percentage results Pro Features β’ UK BS 7671 (18th Edition) voltage drop calculations β’ mV/A/m tables for common cable types β’ Cable size finder to meet % voltage drop limits β’ Advanced calculation options β’ Ad-free experience Built for Electricians Whether youβre checking a quick voltage drop or designing a circuit to standards, this app keeps calculations fast, clear, and reliable. Notes Voltage drop results are intended as guidance. Always verify final designs against current wiring regulations and manufacturer data. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: The Voltage Drop Calc at Free against Max Zs Values's $9.99. Max Zs Values's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
The Voltage Drop Calc is free to download; Max Zs Values costs $9.99 up front. The Voltage Drop Calc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Max Zs Values asks for nothing beyond the download.
Max Zs Values ships an update every 4 months, The Voltage Drop Calc every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Max Zs Values | The Voltage Drop Calc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free β better |
| Positive reviews | 55.2% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 β better | 17.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pro Certs Software Ltd | 1BIGRIG Ltd |
In-app purchases
Max Zs Values
No in-app purchases
The Voltage Drop Calc
- GoPro Monthly$4.991 Month
- GoPro Yearly$24.991 Year
- Remove Ads$24.99





