Comparison

Pipe Trades Pro Calc vs Piping Engineering Toolbox

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

Piping Engineering Toolbox

This app provides piping engineers with essential tools, dimensions, and standards for design and analysis. It includes calculators, checklists, software shortcuts, and educational resources to streamline work and enhance knowledge.

Highlights
  • Pipe wall thickness calculator
  • Branch reinforcement calculator
  • Piping checklists
  • Fitting dimensions
  • Software shortcuts (AutoCAD, MicroStation)
  • Piping standards references (ASME, ASTM)
  • Industry blog and quizzes
Features
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This app is designed to be the ultimate resource for piping engineers, combining essential tools, detailed dimensions, and comprehensive standards in one convenient platform. Whether you're calculating critical design parameters or referencing piping standards like ASME and ASTM, this app provides everything you need to streamline your work. The inclusion of various calculators—ranging from pipe wall thickness to branch reinforcement—ensures that you can quickly and accurately complete your design and analysis tasks with confidence. Beyond calculators and standards, the app offers valuable resources like piping checklists, detailed dimensions of various fittings, and essential software shortcuts for commonly used engineering tools such as AutoCAD and MicroStation. The Piping Blog keeps you updated with the latest industry insights, while the quizzes and video library offer opportunities to enhance your knowledge and stay ahead in the field. This app is an indispensable companion for any piping engineer, providing all the tools and information required to excel in the industry. Comprehensive Piping Engineering Tools and Resources in One App Piping Fittings Dimensions: - Steel Pipes - Socket Weld Fittings - Threaded Fittings - Buttweld Fittings - Flanges - Line Blanks - MSS Fittings - Valves Piping Checklists: - Plot Plan Design - Plot Plan Drafting - Equipment Layout Design - Equipment Layout Drafting - MTO General Checklist - MTO - Tie-ins - MTO - 3D Model Extraction - Piping Isometric Drawing Piping Standards Lists: - ASME B31 Codes - ASME Dimensional Standards - MSS Dimensional Standards - ASTM Materials for Pipes - ASTM Materials for Fittings - OISD Standards - API Standards for Equipment - NFPA Standards Software Shortcuts: - AutoCAD - Microstation - PDMS - Excel - Word Piping Quizzes: - Dimensional Standards - Materials of Construction In conclusion, this app is more than just a toolkit—it's a comprehensive solution tailored to meet the demands of modern piping engineering. With its user-friendly interface, extensive resources, and continuous updates, it empowers engineers to perform at their best, whether they're in the office, on-site, or anywhere in between. By centralizing critical tools, standards, and educational content, this app ensures that you have everything you need at your fingertips, making it an invaluable asset for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field. In app purchase included : Weekly for 1.99$ Monthly for 3.99$ Yearly for 5.99$ Life time for 19.99$ Privacy policy : https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/privacy-policy-subscription/ Terms and condition :https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/terms-and-condition/

Screenshots

Pipe Trades Pro Calc4 screens
Piping Engineering Toolbox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at 4.8 against Piping Engineering Toolbox's 3.7. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on ratings volume (4.3K vs 9) and chart position (#196 vs unranked). Piping Engineering Toolbox's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, review sentiment, 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. Pipe Trades Pro Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Piping Engineering Toolbox sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pipe Trades Pro Calc holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.3K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 42% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 50% of Piping Engineering Toolbox's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, Piping Engineering Toolbox every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Pipe Trades Pro Calc versus Piping Engineering Toolbox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPipe Trades Pro CalcPiping Engineering Toolbox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4.3K ratings) — better3.7 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.3K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#196 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB61 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCalculated IndustriesShital Gorasiya

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%

Piping Engineering Toolbox

All ratings9 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Piping Engineering Toolbox

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
4 purchases

Piping Engineering Toolbox

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$12.99

Questions

Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Piping Engineering Toolbox free?
Piping Engineering Toolbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Piping Engineering Toolbox?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is rated higher. Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while Piping Engineering Toolbox averages 3.7 from 9 ratings.
Do Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Piping Engineering Toolbox have ads?
Neither Pipe Trades Pro Calc nor Piping Engineering Toolbox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Piping Engineering Toolbox?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, and Piping Engineering Toolbox every 3 months. Most recently, Pipe Trades Pro Calc was updated on September 24, 2026 and Piping Engineering Toolbox on August 26, 2026.

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