Comparison

Vectorworks Nomad vs PA TOOLS

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

Head to head
About

Vectorworks Nomad

Access and manage your design documents from anywhere with your mobile device. Share files, make design decisions on the go, and synchronize changes automatically to your cloud library. View, mark up, and share your latest designs with colleagues and clients.

Highlights
  • Access Vectorworks documents on mobile
  • Synchronize files to private cloud
  • View and navigate 3D models
  • Augmented reality model viewing
  • Mark up PDF files
  • Share files with clients and collaborators
  • Integrate with third-party cloud storage
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The Vectorworks® Nomad app allows you to access your Vectorworks documents wherever you are—whenever you need them—with your mobile device. It gives you more freedom not only to share files, but also to make design decisions from any location. Changes you make to Vectorworks files are automatically synchronized to your private cloud library, allowing you to browse and share your latest designs from any web-enabled device. Vectorworks Cloud Services saves time by freeing up local computing power. Use cloud technology to automate and decouple resource-heavy workflows, shifting calculations needed to generate sections, elevations, renderings, and BIM data to the cloud. Whether you're in a meeting, on the job site, or on vacation, the Vectorworks Nomad app allows you to view, mark up, share, and synchronize your Vectorworks files across your devices and with your colleagues—all from the convenience of your mobile device. • View and navigate 3D models of Vectorworks files in the cloud library • View 3D models of Vectorworks files in a real-world setting, using augmented reality (AR) technology (requires an AR-compatible device) • View rendered panoramic images or animation movies of Vectorworks files • Extend your cloud library through integration with third-party cloud storage providers • Share files with clients or collaborators • Mark up PDF files with Text, Freehand, Oval, Rectangle, and Line tools and save the marked up files to the cloud library The Vectorworks Nomad app is a part of Vectorworks Cloud Services, and is available to anyone who registers for a free account, as well as all Vectorworks Service Select members. Guest access is available for viewing shared files without creating an account. Vectorworks Service Select members have access to additional features, such as: • Increased storage capacity • Manual or scheduled Sheet layer to PDF cloud processing • Cloud processing options in Vectorworks • Ability to measure objects in the PDF drawings generated on the cloud • And more ... Operating Prerequisites • Vectorworks files uploaded to your Vectorworks Cloud Services storage library, or to an integrated third-party cloud storage provider

About

PA TOOLS

This app assists with stage preparation and PA system tuning. It provides tools for L-Acoustics presets, patcher viewing, and calculating wave lengths and room modes.

Highlights
  • L-Acoustics preset guide
  • Patcher viewer
  • Wave length calculator
  • Room mode calculator
  • Stage preparation assistance
Features
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PA TOOLS is your all-in-one utility kit for audio engineers. From system prep to quick calculations, it brings fast, reliable tools for every stage of a show. Included tools: • Wave Length — Convert delay, meters and phase instantly • Room Modes — Predict standing waves and plan your EQ strategy • Generator — Pink noise or tones with tactile feedback • RTA — Pocket-size RTA with weighted filters • Reference Playlist — Loop cues and walk-in edits on the go • Wave Recorder — Capture rehearsals in 48 kHz WAV and share instantly • SPL & Noise Tracker — Log SPL for compliance and break monitoring • PA Specs — Browse LAcoustics catalog and find compatible accessories • Speaker Load — Plan amp channel loads before the trucks roll in • Cable Section — Choose cable gauge and check voltage drop • L-Acoustics Prealignment — Match LA Network Manager presets with field timing • Sub Array Calculator — Design cardioid or broadside arrays quickly Full Unlock (In-App Purchase): Unlock the complete suite, remove time limits, enable full RTA, full recording, extended playlist playback, unlimited module access, and all upcoming features.

Screenshots

Vectorworks Nomad4 screens
PA TOOLS2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PA TOOLS at 100% against Vectorworks Nomad's 26%. PA TOOLS also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3). Vectorworks Nomad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (24 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PA TOOLS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Vectorworks Nomad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PA TOOLS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vectorworks Nomad has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Vectorworks Nomad's written reviews are positive against 100% of PA TOOLS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vectorworks Nomad ships an update every 5 weeks, PA TOOLS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Vectorworks Nomad versus PA TOOLS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVectorworks NomadPA TOOLS
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (24 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size299 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVectorworks, Inc.Olivier Jobin

Customer experience

Vectorworks Nomad

All ratings24 ratings
Positive29.2%
Neutral8.3%
Negative62.5%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive25.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative73.0%

PA TOOLS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Vectorworks Nomad

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PA TOOLS

One-time1
  • PA Tools – Full Unlock$22.99

Questions

Is Vectorworks Nomad free?
Vectorworks Nomad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PA TOOLS free?
PA TOOLS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Vectorworks Nomad or PA TOOLS?
PA TOOLS is rated higher. Vectorworks Nomad averages 2.3 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while PA TOOLS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Vectorworks Nomad or PA TOOLS have ads?
Neither Vectorworks Nomad nor PA TOOLS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vectorworks Nomad or PA TOOLS?
Vectorworks Nomad ships an update every 5 weeks, and PA TOOLS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Vectorworks Nomad was updated on September 26, 2026 and PA TOOLS on September 24, 2026.

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