# Structural Engineering Calc. vs SamTV Remote+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SamTV Remote+ at 100% against Structural Engineering Calc.'s 0%. SamTV Remote+ also leads on price (Free vs $5.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Structural Engineering Calc.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

SamTV Remote+ is free to download; Structural Engineering Calc. costs $5.99 up front. SamTV Remote+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Structural Engineering Calc. asks for nothing beyond the download.

SamTV Remote+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Structural Engineering Calc. has 20 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Structural Engineering Calc.'s written reviews are positive against 100% of SamTV Remote+'s.

Structural Engineering Calc. ships an update every 10 months, SamTV Remote+ weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Structural Engineering Calc. | SamTV Remote+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/structural-engineering-calc/id590507987/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samtv-remote-plus/id6741672355/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 6 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [V PUGAZHENTHI](https://appshunter.io/developer/491898049) | [Ngoc Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743333849) |

## What reviewers say

### Structural Engineering Calc.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/structural-engineering-calc/id590507987)

This app provides 59 essential structural engineering formulas for columns, beams, base plates, composite beams, and connections. It offers instant demand/capacity checks, a built-in AISC section database, and material references, supporting both USCS and SI units for on-site or office use.

**Highlights:** 59 structural formulas, Instant demand/capacity checks, Built-in AISC section database, Material and code references, USCS & SI unit support, Pass/Fail visual indicators

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SamTV Remote+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samtv-remote-plus/id6741672355)

Transform your iPhone into a smart remote for your SamTV. Effortlessly control channels, volume, apps, and navigate menus with a built-in keyboard and touchpad. Compatible with SamTV models from 2016 onwards.

**Highlights:** Easy WiFi setup, Full remote functionality, Smart navigation, Built-in keyboard, Touchpad control, App and channel control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Structural Engineering Calc. free?

Structural Engineering Calc. costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SamTV Remote+ free?

SamTV Remote+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Structural Engineering Calc. or SamTV Remote+?

SamTV Remote+ is rated higher. Structural Engineering Calc. averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while SamTV Remote+ averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Structural Engineering Calc. or SamTV Remote+ have ads?

SamTV Remote+ shows ads; Structural Engineering Calc. does not.

### Which is updated more often, Structural Engineering Calc. or SamTV Remote+?

Structural Engineering Calc. ships an update every 10 months, and SamTV Remote+ weekly. Most recently, Structural Engineering Calc. was updated on September 28, 2026 and SamTV Remote+ on September 22, 2026.

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