Comparison

Pipe Trades Pro Calc vs Code Snap

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

Code Snap

Access essential plumbing code data and calculations on the go. This app provides quick access to UPC & IPC tables, water line sizing, and fitting take-offs, streamlining fieldwork for plumbing professionals.

Highlights
  • UPC & IPC code tables
  • Water line sizing calculator
  • DWV & H2O fitting take-offs
  • Interactive results
  • Color-coded data
  • Field-optimized interface
  • Share code and take-off values
Features
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An all-in-one plumbing reference built for professionals who need fast, reliable code data on the job. Code Snap combines UPC & IPC tables, fitting take-offs, and water line sizing into a single streamlined app designed for real-world use in the field. Quickly access the plumbing data you rely on without digging through books or PDFs. Whether you’re sizing pipe, laying out a system, or verifying clearances, Code Snap provides practical, jobsite-ready reference you can trust. Subscriptions Code Snap offers multiple subscription options, including individual feature access or a single subscription that unlocks all tools. Available options include: • UPC & IPC – Core plumbing tables, data, and code references • Main Line – UPC & IPC water line sizing calculator • Fitting Take Off – DWV & H2O fitting take-off dimensions • Unlock All – Access to all Code Snap features A subscription is required to unlock full access to app content. Features • Quick access to core plumbing tables • Toggle instantly between UPC & IPC • Water main and branch sizing calculations • DWV and H2O fitting take-offs • Interactive instant results • Color-coded per national standards • Editable take-off values • One-handed, field-optimized interface • Share code and take off values What’s Included • Waste, water, and hot water tank sizing • Grease interceptor sizing • Meter, main, vent, and trap arm sizing • Pipe bracing requirements • Fuel gas BTU loads and pipe sizing • Medical gas sizing, codes, and pressures (UPC only) • Roof drain sizing (UPC only) • ADA restroom diagrams and requirements • Interactive wet venting diagrams (vertical and horizontal) Fitting Libraries • No-Hub Cast Iron • ABS & PVC Plastic • Pro-Press Copper • DWV Sweat fittings • H2O Sweat fittings • 90s, 45s, tees, flanges, wyes, combination fittings, fixture crosses, and more Important Note Code Snap is an independent reference tool created for plumbers and plumbing professionals, based on publicly available data and established code principles. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by IAPMO, ICC, or any regulatory authority. Always verify requirements with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for your project. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pipe Trades Pro Calc4 screens
Code Snap4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pipe Trades Pro Calc and Code Snap both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of Code Snap's written reviews are positive against 42% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's. Code Snap also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). Pipe Trades Pro Calc's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 231). On price, rating, 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 Code Snap sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Pipe Trades Pro Calc against 4.7 for Code Snap. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipe Trades Pro Calc has 4.3K ratings behind it against 231, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 42% of Pipe Trades Pro Calc's written reviews are positive against 87% of Code Snap's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, Code Snap every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Pipe Trades Pro Calc versus Code Snap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPipe Trades Pro CalcCode Snap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4.3K ratings) — better4.7 (231 ratings)
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews86.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.3K — better231
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#184 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB77 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCalculated IndustriesMagnitude LLC

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%

Code Snap

All ratings231 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.3%

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

Code Snap

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
12 purchases

Code Snap

Subscriptions12
  • Monthly Access$0.991 Month
  • Monthly Access$2.991 Month
  • Main Line Sizing$8.991 Year
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  • Monthly Access2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Main Line Sizing$9.991 Year
  • UPC / IPC Tables$14.991 Year
  • Monthly Access2 variants$14.991 Month
  • Fitting Take Offs$14.991 Year
  • UPC / IPC Tables$19.991 Year
  • Fitting Take Offs$19.991 Year
  • All Plumbing Tools$29.991 Year
  • All Plumbing Tools$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Pipe Trades Pro Calc free?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code Snap free?
Code Snap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Code Snap?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc is rated higher. Pipe Trades Pro Calc averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while Code Snap averages 4.7 from 231 ratings.
Do Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Code Snap have ads?
Neither Pipe Trades Pro Calc nor Code Snap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pipe Trades Pro Calc or Code Snap?
Pipe Trades Pro Calc ships an update every 7 months, and Code Snap every 2 months. Most recently, Pipe Trades Pro Calc was updated on September 22, 2026 and Code Snap on September 21, 2026.

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