iWeld vs PCN Verifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Automatic weld parameter calculation
- Supports multiple Welda and Bulldog models
- Provides pre-set timers
- Offers handy hints and guidance
- Clear and concise information display
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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)
PCN Verifier
Verify the certification status of NDT practitioners through the PCN Certification Scheme. This app allows users to search for and confirm the credentials of personnel certified against international and European standards.
- Search for PCN certified NDT practitioners
- Verify practitioner certifications
- Access international and European standards
- Check personnel credentials
- Official certification lookup tool
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The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) is an accredited certification body offering personnel certification against criteria set out in international and European standards through the internationally recognised PCN Certification Scheme. Use our app to search for and verify PCN certified NDT practitioners. Additional images by storyset on Freepik (https://www.freepik.com)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: iWeld at 100% against PCN Verifier's 0%. PCN Verifier's advantage is update cadence (every 15 months vs every 64 months) and iOS requirement (17 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iWeld ships an update every 64 months, PCN Verifier every 15 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | iWeld | PCN Verifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 64 months | Every 15 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ControlPoint | The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing |
Customer experience
iWeld
PCN Verifier
In-app purchases
iWeld
No in-app purchases
PCN Verifier
No in-app purchases
