Comparison

Structural Engineering Calc. vs Flash Color

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

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About

Structural Engineering Calc.

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
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Structural Engineering Calculator delivers 59 AISC and ACI structural formulas with instant results, demand/capacity checks, a built-in AISC section database, and material references — all in one app. Whether you’re on site, in the office, or reviewing drawings, every calculation you need is in your pocket. 59 STRUCTURAL FORMULAS COLUMNS Critical Ratio (Cc), Effective Length Factor (K), Slenderness Ratio (KL/r), Allowable Compressive Stress (Sr less than Cc), Allowable Compressive Stress (Sr greater than Cc), Safety Factor, Maximum Axial Load. BEAMS Shear Capacity of Flexural Members, Allowable Bending Stress (Compact and Noncompact), Moment Gradient Factor (Cb), Allowable Flange Bending Stress, Plastic Moment (Mp), Lateral Unbraced Lengths (Lp and Lr), Limiting Buckling Moment (Mr), Nominal Moment (Mn), Critical Elastic Moment (Mcr), Allowable Shear Stress, Beam Deflection for UDL and Point Load. BASE PLATES Base Plate Area, Plate Thickness, Bearing Pressure, Flange and Web Thickness, Plate Dimensions N and B. COMPOSITE BEAMS Horizontal Shear for Concrete and Steel, Number of Shear Connectors, Transformed Section Properties, Modular Ratio, Elastic Neutral Axis. CONNECTIONS Allowable Shear with Tension Field Action, Allowable Bearing Stress for Rollers and Rockers, Axial Stress for Concentrated Loads, Allowable Bearing Stress on Fasteners, Number of Shear Connectors, Total Horizontal Shear. AISC CODE REFERENCES Every formula links directly to AISC and ACI clauses — AISC 360-16, AISC ASD 9th Edition, ACI 318-19, and AISC Design Guide 3. PASS / FAIL CHECK Instant visual adequacy check with demand/capacity ratio — green for PASS, red for FAIL. AISC SECTION PICKER Browse W-shapes (AISC 15th Edition) and auto-fill section properties instantly. REFERENCE TAB Built-in library with W-sections (W4–W44), ASTM materials (A36, A992, A572, A500, A325, A490, F1554), weld electrodes, concrete grades, and codes. USCS & SI UNITS Switch anytime between USCS (in, kip, ksi) and SI (mm, MPa) with automatic conversion. All section and material data included. Supports both USCS and SI units. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. One-time purchase — no subscriptions. References: AISC Steel Construction Manual 15th Edition, AISC 360-16, AISC ASD 9th Edition, ACI 318-19, AISC Design Guide 3.

About

Flash Color

Transform your device into a versatile light source with customizable features. Enjoy a dynamic party mode that syncs with music, adjustable screen colors for various moods and tasks, and an SOS signal for emergencies. Offers both free and premium functionalities.

Highlights
  • Adjustable LED brightness and beam width
  • Music-synced strobe party mode
  • Customizable screen colors
  • SOS Morse code signal
  • Color palette customization (Pro)
  • Beat sensitivity control (Pro)
Features
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The last flashlight app you'll ever need — and the most fun one too. Tap once to turn on your LED torch. Slide up for maximum brightness. Slide sideways to widen the beam. That's it. PARTY MODE Tap the Party button and your screen starts strobing in color — perfectly synced to whatever music is playing. The app listens through the microphone and flashes on every beat. No audio is ever recorded or stored. Just your screen reacting to the music in real time. Free Party Mix cycles through vivid colors automatically. Upgrade to Pro to build your own color palette, adjust beat sensitivity, and control how fast the flashes fire. SCREEN COLORS Turn your whole screen into a colored light — red, blue, green, warm white, whatever you need. Perfect for: • Parties and concerts • Mood lighting at home • Photography and video shoots • Finding your way in the dark without blinding yourself Pick any color, save your favorites, and set a timer so it turns off automatically. SOS SIGNAL One tap sends a flashing SOS morse code pattern from your torch — useful in emergencies and included with Pro. WHAT'S FREE • The full LED flashlight, always • Party Mode with the free color mix • Adjustable brightness and beam width COLOR FLASHLIGHT PRO (3-day free trial) • Every color — unlimited picker and saved palette • Party Mode Pro — your own colors, beat sensitivity, flash speed • Custom color timers • SOS signal • All future features SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Color Flashlight Pro is an auto-renewable subscription. After your 3-day free trial, you are billed at the price shown in the app (weekly or monthly plan). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://nembly-studio.github.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://nembly-studio.github.io/terms.html

Screenshots

Structural Engineering Calc.4 screens
Flash Color4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flash Color at Free against Structural Engineering Calc.'s $5.99. Flash Color also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 10 months). Structural Engineering Calc.'s advantage is rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On review sentiment, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Flash Color is free to download; Structural Engineering Calc. costs $5.99 up front. Flash Color sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Structural Engineering Calc. asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Structural Engineering Calc. holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Structural Engineering Calc. has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Structural Engineering Calc. ships an update every 10 months, Flash Color every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Structural Engineering Calc. versus Flash Color: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStructural Engineering Calc.Flash Color
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (21 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings21 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperV PUGAZHENTHICHRISTOFFER SKAAHEIM

Customer experience

Structural Engineering Calc.

All ratings21 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Flash Color

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Structural Engineering Calc.

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Flash Color

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$19.991 Month

Questions

Is Structural Engineering Calc. free?
Structural Engineering Calc. costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flash Color free?
Flash Color is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Structural Engineering Calc. or Flash Color?
Structural Engineering Calc. is rated higher. Structural Engineering Calc. averages 4.5 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Flash Color averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Structural Engineering Calc. or Flash Color have ads?
Neither Structural Engineering Calc. nor Flash Color shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Structural Engineering Calc. or Flash Color?
Structural Engineering Calc. ships an update every 10 months, and Flash Color every 5 weeks. Most recently, Structural Engineering Calc. was updated on October 14, 2026 and Flash Color on October 6, 2026.

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