Comparison

iWeld vs Fred Mobile Yard

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

Head to head
About

iWeld

This app calculates optimal joint parameters for manual butt fusion machines. It guides users through the fusion process with timers and helpful tips. Compatible with various Welda and Bulldog models.

Highlights
  • Automatic weld parameter calculation
  • Supports multiple Welda and Bulldog models
  • Provides pre-set timers
  • Offers handy hints and guidance
  • Clear and concise information display
Features
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iWeld assists users of the Welda range of manual butt fusion machines to make optimal joints every time. By selecting the Welda model, entering the pipe details and choosing the appropriate welding standard the application automatically calculates all the critical weld parameters. Parameters include pressures, temperatures and timings for the various stages of the fusion process. The information is presented clearly and concisely. The application can also assist the operator throughout the fusion process by providing pre set timers, handy hints and general guidance. iWeld works with the following butt fusion machines: * Welda 180, 250, 315, 400, 500 and 500HF * Bulldog 315 (select Welda 315)

About

Fred Mobile Yard

Features
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The Fred Yard App integrates seamlessly with the Fred system, enabling users to view, edit, and create tickets with ease. Apply deductions and splits, attach photos, and quickly access product images โ€” all within the app. Users can also view Transport Jobs, with the ability to make edits at the weighbridge stage, and view Prebooked Jobs.

Screenshots

iWeld3 screens
Fred Mobile Yard3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Fred Mobile Yard at every 5 months against iWeld's every 64 months. Fred Mobile Yard also leads on iOS requirement (14.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iWeld ships an update every 64 months, Fred Mobile Yard every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 6 level
iWeld versus Fred Mobile Yard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriWeldFred Mobile Yard
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 64 monthsEvery 5 months โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS26.014.2 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperControlPointIncrease Computers Ltd

In-app purchases

None

iWeld

No in-app purchases

None

Fred Mobile Yard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iWeld free?
iWeld is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fred Mobile Yard free?
Fred Mobile Yard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iWeld or Fred Mobile Yard have ads?
Neither iWeld nor Fred Mobile Yard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iWeld or Fred Mobile Yard?
iWeld ships an update every 64 months, and Fred Mobile Yard every 5 months. Most recently, iWeld was updated on October 6, 2026 and Fred Mobile Yard on October 3, 2026.

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