Comparison

Pipe N Wire vs Derated

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

Head to head
About

Pipe N Wire

This tool helps electricians quickly calculate the correct conduit size based on wire types, gauges, and desired fill percentages, adhering to NEC standards. It offers a streamlined interface for field use and planning, with options to save calculations and override recommendations.

Highlights
  • Conduit fill calculations
  • Supports all standard wire types
  • Smart conduit selector
  • Save and load calculations
  • Override recommendations
  • Remembers last setup
Features
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From the creator of iBend Pipe — trusted by pros for over a decade. PipeNWire is your fast, reliable, and NEC-compliant conduit fill calculator, rebuilt from the ground up for today’s electricians. Whether you’re in the field or planning ahead, PipeNWire makes it easy to determine the right conduit size based on your selected wires, pipe material, and desired fill percentage. Accurate. Intuitive. Built for the trade. FEATURES: • Conduit Fill Calculations Made Easy Choose your conduit material (EMT, IMC, etc.), select wire types and gauges, and pick your target fill percentage (e.g., 40%, 53%). PipeNWire instantly shows the smallest compliant conduit size based on NEC tables. • Supports All Standard Wire Types THHN, XHHW, RHH, and more—each with available gauges and accurate area values. We’ve preloaded everything you need. • Smart Conduit Selector Quickly scroll through available conduit sizes. PipeNWire centers on the first size that meets your fill criteria and lets you explore other options easily. • Save & Load Calculations Save your work with a custom name and reopen calculations later. • Override the Recommendation Need to upsize for future pull capacity or job specs? You’re in control—select any size and still see detailed fill data. • Remembers Your Last Setup PipeNWire remembers your most recent selections so you can pick up right where you left off. Why PipeNWire? • Built specifically for electricians by the developer of the widely-used iBend Pipe app • Lightning-fast interface with no fluff—just what you need • Code-aware logic based on National Electrical Code tables • Made for real-world use: at the job site, in the truck, or during planning Whether you’re sizing EMT for a quick pull or planning a complex wire run, PipeNWire takes the guesswork out of conduit sizing and helps you work with confidence. Download PipeNWire today and streamline your workflow with the conduit fill calculator made for pros.

About

Derated

This app simplifies complex electrical calculations for electricians. It allows real-time calculation of conduit fill and wire ampacity derating, adhering to NEC guidelines. Results are accurate and easily shareable for collaboration or client communication.

Highlights
  • Real-time conduit fill calculation
  • Simultaneous wire ampacity derating
  • Adheres to NEC guidelines
  • Uses NEC Chapter 9, Table 4 & 5 data
  • Easy wire set setup
  • Shareable calculation results
Features
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Experience the simplicity of Derated, a cutting-edge conduit fill calculator designed with electricians in mind. This intuitive app goes beyond the basics, allowing you to effortlessly calculate conduit fill while simultaneously derating wires' ampacity. All in real-time. Adhering to the guidelines of the National Electric Code® (NEC), Derated simplifies complex calculations, providing accurate results without the hassle of load screens. Choose from various raceways and insulations outlined in the NEC, with dimensions and conduit/tubing area references from Chapter 9, Table 4. Insulated conductor dimensions are sourced from Chapter 9, Table 5. Setting up calculations is as easy as QuickBend, ensuring a straightforward process for adding sets of wires. The results are not only accurate but also easily shareable. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or explaining a wire pull to a client, Derated streamlines communication by sharing results effortlessly.

Screenshots

Pipe N Wire4 screens
Derated4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Derated at 4.9 against Pipe N Wire's 3.5. On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Pipe N Wire costs $1.99 and Derated $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Derated holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 10 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Pipe N Wire versus Derated: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPipe N WireDerated
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating3.5 (11 ratings)4.9 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 15 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#198#194 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancisco AlcalaBret Hardman

Customer experience

Pipe N Wire

All ratings11 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral9.1%
Negative45.5%

Derated

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Pipe N Wire

No in-app purchases

None

Derated

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pipe N Wire free?
Pipe N Wire costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Derated free?
Derated costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pipe N Wire or Derated?
Derated is rated higher. Pipe N Wire averages 3.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Derated averages 4.9 from 10 ratings.
Do Pipe N Wire or Derated have ads?
Neither Pipe N Wire nor Derated shows ads.
Which is more popular, Pipe N Wire or Derated?
Pipe N Wire currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Derated at #194. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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