Comparison

Pipe Trades Pro Calc vs GearPoint

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

Head to head
About

Pipe Trades Pro Calc

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
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FREE Try Before You Buy trial, your App Store account is not charged by Apple during the free trial. Welcome to Pipe Trades Pro for iPhone, a game-changing tool for professionals in the pipe trades industry. This application is expertly designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of pipefitters, steamfitters, sprinklerfitters, and welders. From complex calculations to extensive pipe data, Pipe Trades Pro is your go-to solution for a streamlined work process. ----- ADVANCED CALCULATION CAPABILITIES ----- • Tackle complex measurements like cut lengths, take-outs, and odd-degree fittings easily • Navigate through right angles, offsets, and intricate rolling offsets confidently • Utilize tools for determining pipe areas, fill weights, and unit conversions • Efficiently manage parallel pipe cutbacks with accurate alignment and spacing • Incorporate feet-inch-fractions and trigonometry for precise measurement adjustments ----- FLUID DYNAMICS AND PRESSURE ANALYSIS ----- • Accurately compute flow rates, velocity, force, and volumes for diverse fluid types • Assess pressure loss effectively across any pipe size, type, or distance • Make informed decisions based on dynamic fluid properties and behaviors • Optimize piping systems for maximum flow efficiency and safety ----- COMPREHENSIVE PIPE DATA ACCESS ----- • Access vital information for pipes up to 42 inches, including diameters and wall thickness • Select from materials like steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminum, etc. • Quickly reference internal area and filled weight per foot for different pipe types • Make informed choices with extensive material and dimension options ----- USER-CENTRIC INTERFACE DESIGN ----- • Experience a streamlined, intuitive interface designed for quick and easy navigation • Access key features with minimal taps, saving time and enhancing user experience • Benefit from an interface that optimizes the iPhone’s screen space and usability • Enjoy a clutter-free, visually appealing layout for stress-free operation • Adapt quickly with an interface designed for both new and experienced users ----- OFFLINE FUNCTIONALITY AND SUPPORT ----- • Utilize full app capabilities without an internet connection, perfect for on-site tasks • Access all data and features offline, ensuring uninterrupted productivity • Rely on consistent app performance in remote or internet-challenged locations • Receive dedicated customer support for any queries or technical issues Pipe Trades Pro for iPhone is not just an application; it's a comprehensive tool transforming how pipe trade professionals work. It combines advanced technology, user-friendly design, and practical features to create a smoother, more efficient workflow. Embrace the future of pipe layout and design with Pipe Trades Pro, where accuracy meets efficiency. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Your Free Trial period is free of charge. Subscriptions offered will automatically renew at the end of the chosen period. Payment will be charged to your Apple account upon purchase confirmation. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off or the subscription is canceled in settings at least one day (24 hours) before the subscription period ends. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Apple account Settings > Subscriptions. LEGAL Pipe Trades Pro is a trademark of Calculated Industries, Inc. Copyright 2025

About

GearPoint

This app enhances your welding experience by automatically tracking arc time, notifying you of maintenance needs, and saving your preferred settings. It also allows remote control of helmet settings and provides access to instructions and distributor information.

Highlights
  • Automatic arc time tracking
  • Save and recall weld settings
  • Remote helmet setting control
  • Maintenance alerts
  • Replacement part instructions
  • Distributor locator
Features
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Get the most out of your welding experience with the Lincoln Electric GearPoint™ app. Our app provides you with the ability to automatically track your arc time for daily performance, notifies user when preventative maintenance is needed to avoid unexpected equipment failure, and saves your most used weld, cut, grind, and auto shade settings. With the GearPoint™ App, you can also control your helmet settings right from your phone, so you can easily adjust the settings to your needs. Our app also provides you with helpful How-To instructions and what’s new updates, as well as the ability to quickly find a distributor to order replacement parts. Get the Welding Mobile App today and take your welding to the next level! GearPoint™ App Features: 1. Automatically tracks welders arc time 2. Saves most frequently used welding settings for quick access and easy recall 3. Controls welding settings 4. Step-by-step replacement part instructions 5. Distributor locator to order replacement parts 6. Maintenance alerts let you know when it’s time to change helmet parts

Screenshots

Pipe Trades Pro Calc4 screens
GearPoint4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at 4.8 against GearPoint's 2.5. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 0%) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 12). GearPoint's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Pipe Trades Pro Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. GearPoint asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pipe Trades Pro Calc holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.3K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 0% of GearPoint's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, GearPoint every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Pipe Trades Pro Calc versus GearPoint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPipe Trades Pro CalcGearPoint
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4.3K ratings) — better2.5 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.3K — better12
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#194 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB49 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCalculated IndustriesLincoln Electric

Customer experience

Pipe Trades Pro Calc

All ratings4,282 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral1.2%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive42.5%
Neutral11.3%
Negative46.2%

GearPoint

All ratings12 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative58.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

Bugs and requests

Pipe Trades Pro Calc

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes or stops working after updates
  • Calculation errors with fractions
  • Issues with reinstalling or transferring purchases

Requested features

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

GearPoint

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pipe Trades Pro Calc

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Full Access14 Days trial3 variants$4.991 Month
  • 1 Year Full Access14 Days trial3 variants$39.991 Year
None

GearPoint

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GearPoint free?
GearPoint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or GearPoint?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is rated higher. Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while GearPoint averages 2.5 from 12 ratings.
Do Pipe Trades Pro Calc or GearPoint have ads?
Neither Pipe Trades Pro Calc nor GearPoint shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or GearPoint?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, and GearPoint every 5 months. Most recently, Pipe Trades Pro Calc was updated on September 24, 2026 and GearPoint on September 24, 2026.

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