Comparison

Cable Calc+ vs Rolec Connect

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

Head to head
About

Cable Calc+

This tool assists electrical contractors by calculating cable selection and voltage drop for installations up to 25KW and 100A. It supports various cable types and includes reference methods, educational videos, and a guide to electrical test instruments.

Highlights
  • Cable selection calculator
  • Voltage drop calculator
  • Supports various cable types (SWA, Fire proof, Tri rated, Twin and earth)
  • Reference methods
  • Electrical test instrument guide
  • Educational videos
Features
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For over 100 years, Megger has been the premier provider of electrical test equipment and measuring instruments for power applications. The free iPhone app includes a Cable Calc tool useful to every electrical contractor Features: A comprehensive cable selection & volt drop calculator tool. for installations up 25KW 100A. Cables include: √ SWA 2, 3 and 4 core XLPE √ SWA 2, 3 7 4 core PVC √ Fire proof √ Tri rated √ Twin and earth With a range of reference methods A guide to the use of electrical test instruments Videos Plus more

About

Rolec Connect

This app simplifies the setup and configuration of electric vehicle chargepoints, marina utility pedestals, and caravan hook-ups. It allows installers to manage projects, perform test sessions, and streamline their workflow. Owners can adjust device settings like LED brightness and Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Seamless device configuration
  • Bluetooth connectivity for remote setup
  • Manage installation projects
  • Perform test charge sessions
  • Adjust device settings (LED, Wi-Fi)
  • Add project notes and photos
Features
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The Rolec Connect app is easy to use and provides straightforward configuration for both Installers and Owners. For Installers: Installation made simple… Configuring Rolec EV Chargepoints, Marina Utility Pedestals and Caravan Hook-Ups has never been easier! Designed with installers in mind, the Rolec Connect app enables seamless configuration in just a few taps. All you need is a phone equipped with a camera and Bluetooth and you’re good to go. As configuration is carried out over Bluetooth, installers can use the app wherever the location. This means that even in the depths of an underground car park or a remote location, it’s still possible to carry out the configuration. • Create an Installer account to configure devices. • Easily enable communication to the chosen management system or app. • Perform test charge/output sessions on each connector. • Manage all installation projects in one place. • Easily add a new devices to an existing project in the future. • Add project notes, upload photos, and raise support requests. åStreamline your workflow, save time, and power through installations more efficiently than ever. For Owners: Once installed, you can take control of your device’s settings This app is solely for the purpose of managing the device’s configuration settings. Your chosen app will be required for operational functionality. • Connect to your device by either scanning the QR code or searching for nearby devices and entering the device’s Bluetooth password. • Adjust the device’s LED brightness, Wi-Fi and password settings plus more.

Screenshots

Cable Calc+3 screens
Rolec Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cable Calc+ at 38% against Rolec Connect's 0%. Cable Calc+ also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.1). Rolec Connect's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, 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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cable Calc+ ships an update every 4 months, Rolec Connect fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cable Calc+ versus Rolec Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCable Calc+Rolec Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeggerRolec Services Ltd

Customer experience

Cable Calc+

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.0%

Rolec Connect

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Cable Calc+

No in-app purchases

None

Rolec Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cable Calc+ free?
Cable Calc+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rolec Connect free?
Rolec Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cable Calc+ or Rolec Connect have ads?
Neither Cable Calc+ nor Rolec Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cable Calc+ or Rolec Connect?
Cable Calc+ ships an update every 4 months, and Rolec Connect fortnightly. Most recently, Cable Calc+ was updated on September 16, 2026 and Rolec Connect on August 29, 2026.

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