# Pipe Trades Pro Calc vs PipeFabAR

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Pipe Trades Pro Calc at 4.4K against PipeFabAR's 1. Pipe Trades Pro Calc also leads on chart position (#186 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). PipeFabAR's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pipe Trades Pro Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and PipeFabAR sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PipeFabAR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, PipeFabAR every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pipe Trades Pro Calc | PipeFabAR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipe-trades-pro-calc/id596142100/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipefabar/id6759136522/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.4K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#186** | — |
| Size | 51 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Calculated Industries](https://appshunter.io/developer/370406449) | [Mission Integrated Systmes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877023198) |

## What reviewers say

### Pipe Trades Pro Calc

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

**Currently charting:** #186 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


### PipeFabAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pipefabar/id6759136522)

Design and generate pipe isometric drawings for fabrication or material quotations. Organize your work into projects, work packages, and spools with a few simple clicks.

**Highlights:** Create pipe isometrics, Organize into projects, Manage work packages, Generate spools for fabrication, Issue for material quotations

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PipeFabAR Pro | $7.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?

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

### Is PipeFabAR free?

PipeFabAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

PipeFabAR is rated higher. Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while PipeFabAR averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pipe Trades Pro Calc or PipeFabAR have ads?

Neither Pipe Trades Pro Calc nor PipeFabAR shows ads.

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

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, and PipeFabAR every 3 months. Most recently, Pipe Trades Pro Calc was updated on October 24, 2026 and PipeFabAR on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*