Comparison

Nexans vs SoleTraderPro

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

Head to head
About

Nexans

Access product information, installation guides, and regulatory documents on the go. Features a cable sizing tool, product authentication, and a store locator. Easily find and manage product details for your projects.

Highlights
  • Product datasheets and documents
  • Cable sizing tool (EASYCALC)
  • Product barcode scanning
  • Product authentication
  • Store locator with GPS
  • Warranty form submission
Features
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Nexans’ app provides quick and efficient access to information about Nexans’ products, when you are on the move. Access to product datasheets, installation instructions, regulatory information, user manuals and all related documents. to find the product you want, just enter its reference number, perform a general search or just browse the catalogue. Once you have identified the product, you can access datasheets, installation instructions, user manuals, environmental declarations and other documents. Products can be easily identified thanks to product pictures. Documents can be downloaded and stored on your phone for later use, or sent to one or more e-mail addresses. Note that datasheets cannot be stored on the phone as they are subject to change and it is important to access only the latest version. Scanning a barcode on a Nexans’ product provides you with immediate access to product information without having to search. Depending on your country, the App may provide the following features EASYCALC: Our cable sizing tool– electrical installers, electricians, end-users – that will help you determine the most adapted cable cross section for your installation; Calculation is performed in 4 quick and easy steps. Step1: Fill in general information regarding your installation: intensity/power, length to be installed, voltage and current type (single phase, three phase) Step 2: Select the required cable and conductor types. You will be able to select the one you wish to use among the most common cable families. A short description and a picture of the cable will help you identify easily the one you need. Once the cable type has been chosen, you will have to specify the type of conductor (single core, multicore, with or without PE, with or without neutral) and the number of phases. Again, a corresponding picture will help you check your selection. Step 3: Specify installation conditions: environment (air/ground) and laying options. Pictograms illustrating the various options will facilitate your selection. Step 4: View calculation results: Nexans EASYCALC™ will provide you with the corresponding Nexans product reference. You can then send the results per email or contact Nexans to get additional information PRODUCT AUTHENTICATION You can now validate the authenticity of Nexans products by scanning the label available on the packaging. This module works with a specific sticker tagged on the products. It will allow to check if the product is not counterfeit. STORE LOCATOR Allow you to access the product reseller. The app makes use of your phone’s GPS for geolocation, allowing it to suggest addresses, but with a manual override for when your position is not accurately known. WARRANTY FORMS A facility for filling out warranty forms for heating cables. The procedure is the same as completing the form on paper, but with the added advantage that you can mail it to yourself, send a copy to Nexans, who will store it for you, and even mail it to your customer, for example. GENERAL INFORMATION The app requires a network connection to work properly. All the data are retrieved in real time direct from Nexans’ web servers, ensuring that the information is always up to date. The app is free to download and use, but your phone service provider may charge you for the data traffic, typically as part of your call and data plan. Optionally, in the app’s settings menu, you can define a data download limit.

About

SoleTraderPro

Features
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SoleTraderPro helps UK sole traders and small businesses create professional quotes, convert them into invoices, manage customers and keep track of every job from one easy-to-use app. Whether you're a plumber, electrician, builder, cleaner, landscaper, painter, decorator or any other self-employed professional, SoleTraderPro helps you spend less time on paperwork and more time growing your business. Key Features • Create professional quotes in minutes • Convert quotes into invoices with a single tap • Manage customers and job information • Generate professional PDF quotes and invoices • Track payments and outstanding invoices • Store all your business information securely in one place • Access your business wherever you are Designed to be fast, simple and reliable, SoleTraderPro gives you everything you need to stay organised and look professional. Coming Soon • AI Business Assistant • AI Receipt Scanning • AI Quote & Invoice Creation • HMRC Making Tax Digital (MTD) Integration • Calendar Integration Quote. Invoice. Get Paid.

Screenshots

Nexans4 screens
SoleTraderPro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Nexans at none against SoleTraderPro's shown. SoleTraderPro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nexans ships an update every 3 months, SoleTraderPro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Nexans versus SoleTraderPro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNexansSoleTraderPro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNexansSoleTraderPro Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Nexans

No in-app purchases

None

SoleTraderPro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nexans free?
Nexans is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoleTraderPro free?
SoleTraderPro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nexans or SoleTraderPro have ads?
SoleTraderPro shows ads; Nexans does not.
Which is updated more often, Nexans or SoleTraderPro?
Nexans ships an update every 3 months, and SoleTraderPro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Nexans was updated on November 1, 2026 and SoleTraderPro on October 31, 2026.

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