# Pipe Trades Pro Calc vs Construction Calc Pro 2

The clearest difference is price: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at Free against Construction Calc Pro 2's $13.99. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 9) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). Construction Calc Pro 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 7 months). On rating, review sentiment, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download; Construction Calc Pro 2 costs $13.99 up front. Pipe Trades Pro Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Construction Calc Pro 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Pipe Trades Pro Calc against 4.7 for Construction Calc Pro 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 50% of Construction Calc Pro 2's.

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, Construction Calc Pro 2 every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pipe Trades Pro Calc | Construction Calc Pro 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $13.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100/reviews)** | [4.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calc-pro-2/id6446281301/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.4K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#159** | #197 |
| Size | 51 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) | [Snappy Appz Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/375591377) |

## What reviewers say

### Pipe Trades Pro Calc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app provides advanced calculation tools and comprehensive data for pipe trade professionals. It streamlines workflows for pipefitters, welders, and steamfitters with features for measurements, fluid dynamics, and material specifications. Designed for efficiency and accuracy, it works offline for on-site use.

**Highlights:** Advanced measurement calculations, Fluid dynamics and pressure analysis, Comprehensive pipe data access, Offline functionality, User-centric interface, Material and dimension options

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Full Access | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Full Access | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔢 Useful calculator tool
- 🧠 Helpful for pipe fitters and welders
- 📱 Convenient to have on mobile device
- 🔍 Accurate calculations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model is too expensive
- 🔒 Requires internet connection to verify subscription
- 🔄 Used to be a one-time purchase
- 🤔 Confusing transition from one-time to subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or stops working after updates
- Calculation errors with fractions
- Issues with reinstalling or transferring purchases

**Requested features**

- Ability to use app without subscription
- Support for larger pipe sizes
- Add a back/undo button
- Rotate screen orientation


### Construction Calc Pro 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/construction-calc-pro-2/id6446281301)

**Currently charting:** #197 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This powerful calculator app is designed specifically for construction professionals, enabling calculations in feet, inches, and fractional inches. It offers specialized modules for material estimates, conversions, area and volume calculations, trigonometry, and stair design, transforming your device into a comprehensive construction computer.

**Highlights:** Calculations in feet, inches, and fractional inches, Material estimation modules, Conversions for various measurements, Area and volume calculations, Trigonometry and triangle solver, Stairwell and stair calculator, Crown moulding module

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Construction Calc Pro 2 free?

Construction Calc Pro 2 costs $13.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Construction Calc Pro 2?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc is rated higher. Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while Construction Calc Pro 2 averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.

### Do Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Construction Calc Pro 2 have ads?

Neither Pipe Trades Pro Calc nor Construction Calc Pro 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Construction Calc Pro 2?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, and Construction Calc Pro 2 every 4 months. Most recently, Pipe Trades Pro Calc was updated on October 29, 2026 and Construction Calc Pro 2 on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Construction Calc Pro 2?

Pipe Trades Pro Calc currently peaks at #159 in the App Store charts, and Construction Calc Pro 2 at #197. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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