Comparison

Pipe N Wire vs AmpVault

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

AmpVault

This app provides electricians and contractors with quick, accurate, and code-aligned information in the field. It consolidates essential tools like NEC handbooks, OSHA binders, and calculators into a single, offline-first platform for safety and efficiency.

Highlights
  • Offline-first platform
  • NEC handbook access
  • OSHA binder information
  • Integrated calculators
  • Safety tools
  • Productivity features
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AmpVault is the all-in-one app designed for electricians, contractors, and safety officers who need fast, accurate, and code-aligned answers in the field. Stop juggling NEC handbooks, OSHA binders, and calculators — AmpVault combines everything you need into one powerful, offline-first platform. Built for electricians, by electricians, AmpVault gives you instant access to the calculations, safety tools, and productivity features that keep every job safe, efficient, and compliant. Whether you’re in a basement, substation, or a remote solar field, AmpVault works completely offline.

Screenshots

Pipe N Wire4 screens
AmpVault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AmpVault at 100% against Pipe N Wire's 45%. AmpVault also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 15 months). Pipe N Wire's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $4.99) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On ratings volume, in-app purchases 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

Pipe N Wire costs $1.99 and AmpVault $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AmpVault holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Pipe N Wire's written reviews are positive against 100% of AmpVault's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pipe N Wire ships an update every 15 months, AmpVault every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Pipe N Wire versus AmpVault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPipe N WireAmpVault
Price$1.99 — better$4.99
Rating3.5 (11 ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancisco AlcalaChris Snider

Customer experience

Pipe N Wire

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

AmpVault

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Pipe N Wire

No in-app purchases

None

AmpVault

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pipe N Wire free?
Pipe N Wire costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AmpVault free?
AmpVault costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pipe N Wire or AmpVault?
AmpVault is rated higher. Pipe N Wire averages 3.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while AmpVault averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Which is updated more often, Pipe N Wire or AmpVault?
Pipe N Wire ships an update every 15 months, and AmpVault every 11 days. Most recently, Pipe N Wire was updated on October 13, 2026 and AmpVault on October 13, 2026.

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