Comparison

Parker FittingFinder™ vs Installation Instructions

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

Head to head
About

Parker FittingFinder™

This app helps configure hydraulic fittings and adapters for various industrial fluid power systems. It guides users through selecting attributes to generate part numbers, specifications, and CAD models. Users can also look up existing parts and find local distributors.

Highlights
  • Configure hydraulic tube fittings and adapters
  • Generate part numbers and specifications
  • Access 2D/3D CAD models
  • Identify custom fitting options
  • Look up existing part numbers
  • Locate authorized distributors
  • Share fitting specifications
Features
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Parker’s updated FittingFinder™ App places a powerful and convenient hydraulic/fluid power fitting configurator tool in the palm of your hand. Since 2012, FittingFinder has been used by fluid power system designers, service/maintenance technicians, and equipment owners to quickly configure and generate the requirements for hydraulic tube fittings and adapters for use in mobile, transportation, energy, and general industrial fluid power systems. The highly intuitive selection process of FittingFinder is well suited for both new design and in-the-field fitting identification. FittingFinder goes beyond a catalog selection tool. The Build Fitting functionality uses a sequence of visually aided steps to configure a fitting from a basic shape to final part number. By selecting key fitting attributes such as shape, end type(s), thread size, sealing method, and material – a part number with detailed specification attributes, drawing, pressure ratings, and links to 2D/3D CAD models is provided. FittingFinder helps you become the fitting selection expert. Navigating the myriads of different fitting ends and port ends can make fitting/adapter identification challenging. FittingFinder solves this issue through its logical fitting selection and sizing methodology. The App easily helps navigate the common (AND LESS COMMON) threaded tube/hose end options such as JIC/37° Flare, ORFS (O-Ring Face Seal), SAE/Inch Flareless Bite-Type, Metric/DIN Bite Type, JIS 30° Flare, JIS 60° Cone, Komatsu 30° Metric Flare, NPSF Pipe Swivel and BSP Cone. Port ends such as Pipe/NPT, SAE O-Ring Boss, Metric, BSPT/BSPT, and SAE 4-Bolt Flange port connections are also selectable as part of the fitting configuration process. FittingFinder is not limited by the constraints of “catalogued standard parts” as the App configures and helps users identify custom fitting options as well. Additionally, the Lookup functionality enables the user to look up a known Parker or non-Parker product by entering either the part number or series. Instantly Share the FittingFinder specification details and CAD model links through email or SMS. Use the Where to Buy tool to locate and contact authorized Parker distributors for product availability and pricing. Use the Map It function to navigate to closest distributor location. Save Favorite distributor locations with user added contact details. Recent App improvements include: App performance improvements, new parts added, saving configured parts, improved where to buy UX,links to fitting assembly/installation and catalog, and more.

About

Installation Instructions

This app provides visual guidance for the correct installation of various seals. It uses film, animation, and documentation to simulate expert installation, covering hydraulic, radial, and mechanical face seals, along with visual inspection and common mistakes.

Highlights
  • Hydraulic seal installation (rod/piston)
  • Radial oil seal installation
  • Mechanical face seal installation
  • Visual inspection guidance
  • Common installation mistakes
  • Use of assembly tools
Features
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The Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Installation Instructions app helps to ensure that seals are properly installed and functioning properly. The Installation Instructions app demonstrates the correct installation techniques for a range of seals. It features a combination of film, animation and supporting documentation to give as close an experience to having the expert install the seals right in front of you. Features at a glance • Installing hydraulic seals for rod and piston with and without pre-tensioning elements • Including single- and double-acting rod and piston seals (PTFE and Polyurethane) • Installing Radial Oil Seals • Installing Mechanical Face Seals • Visual Inspection of seals, bore and shaft, including surface finishes • Common mistakes and best practice during installation • Use of assembly cones and installation tools

Screenshots

Parker FittingFinder™4 screens
Installation Instructions4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Installation Instructions at 5.0 against Parker FittingFinder™'s 3.7. Installation Instructions also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). Parker FittingFinder™'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 11 months). 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Installation Instructions holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Parker FittingFinder™ ships an update every 4 months, Installation Instructions every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Parker FittingFinder™ versus Installation Instructions: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParker FittingFinder™Installation Instructions
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperParker Hannifin CorporationTrelleborg Sealing Solutions

Customer experience

Parker FittingFinder™

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative40.0%

Installation Instructions

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Parker FittingFinder™

No in-app purchases

None

Installation Instructions

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Parker FittingFinder™ free?
Parker FittingFinder™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Installation Instructions free?
Installation Instructions is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Parker FittingFinder™ or Installation Instructions?
Installation Instructions is rated higher. Parker FittingFinder™ averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Installation Instructions averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Parker FittingFinder™ or Installation Instructions have ads?
Neither Parker FittingFinder™ nor Installation Instructions shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Parker FittingFinder™ or Installation Instructions?
Parker FittingFinder™ ships an update every 4 months, and Installation Instructions every 11 months. Most recently, Parker FittingFinder™ was updated on September 23, 2026 and Installation Instructions on September 30, 2026.

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