Comparison

FieldFox vs Wire Gauge Calculator °

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

Head to head
About

FieldFox

This application allows for remote viewing and control of Keysight FieldFox handheld analyzers. Mirror the instrument's display on your iOS device and access product documentation. Full remote control requires a specific instrument option.

Highlights
  • Remote viewing of FieldFox instruments
  • Full remote control with option 030
  • Instrument display mirroring
  • Access to product manuals and brochures
  • View and share documentation
  • Portrait and landscape orientation support
Features
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For Use with Keysight Technologies FieldFox handheld analyzers. Provides remote viewing capability for FieldFox instruments, or full remote control if the FieldFox is outfitted with instrument remote connectivity option 030. Contact Keysight Technologies for details on option 030. The FieldFox Remote Viewer application is used to remotely monitor or remotely control a FieldFox instrument. Connect FieldFox to wired LAN and power, then connect your IOS device to WIFI or cellular to remotely monitor or control the instrument. Once connected, the instrument display is mirrored to the IOS device. If the FieldFox has been outfitted with instrument option 030, full remote control can be performed from the iPod, iPhone or iPad (running IOS 7.1 or later). Portrait and Landscape orientations are supported with Landscape providing a full screen view of the data screen (with popup keyboard), and portrait providing a visual representation of the FieldFox display and keyboard together. Included in the app is a variety of online resources including product manuals, brochures, app notes, and training videos. Product documentation can be viewed and shared with third party apps such as iBooks, for offline storing and viewing. (Note WIFI or cellular connection required for all documentation content except the Intro Video, which is locally stored in the app). Connections to the remote FieldFox instrument can be made from anywhere the IOS device has network connections that can reach the instrument LAN connection. Note: Using cellular connectivity may produce slower connection response than WIFI, and may incur carrier data usage charges. Note: For remote viewing or remote control, a FieldFox instrument (not included) is required. Contact Keysight via the support link for information on how to purchase a FieldFox instrument for use with this program. Note: For remote viewing only, no additional FieldFox instrument licenses are required. For full remote control, FieldFox instrument option 030 is required. Contact Keysight Technologies for full details on how to outfit a FieldFox with this option.

About

Wire Gauge Calculator °

This utility provides instant AWG conversions, NEC references, and voltage drop calculations for electricians and engineers. It offers offline functionality, metric conversions, and ampacity lookup based on standard electrical codes.

Highlights
  • Instant AWG to Metric conversion
  • Offline ampacity lookup (NEC Table 310.16)
  • Voltage drop calculation with 3% limit alerts
  • Support for custom system voltages
  • Dual unit support (Feet/Meters)
  • Native SwiftUI design with haptic feedback
Features
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Headline: The essential toolbox for electricians and engineers. Instant AWG conversions, NEC reference, and Voltage Drop calculations. Body: Wire Gauge Calculator ° is a professional-grade utility designed for electricians, engineers, and DIY enthusiasts. Upgrade your workflow with a fast, modern, and offline-capable tool that replaces cumbersome charts and manual formulas. Whether you are sizing wire for a home renovation, checking a long cable run for voltage drop, or converting AWG to metric, this app provides instant answers based on standard electrical codes. KEY FEATURES: Professional AWG Tool Instant Reference: Scroll through standard sizes from 18 AWG to 4/0 AWG. Metric Conversion: Automatically converts AWG to Diameter (mm) and Area (mm²). Max Load Capacity: Built-in ampacity lookup based on NEC Table 310.16 (Copper, 75°C). No internet required. Voltage Drop Calculator (New in v1.1) Ensure your electrical runs are safe and compliant. NEC Compliance: Automatically alerts you if voltage drop exceeds the recommended 3% limit (Green/Red status indicators). Flexible Inputs: Quick-fill buttons for standard voltages (12V, 24V, 120V, 240V) or enter custom system voltages. Dual Units: Support for both Feet and Meters length inputs. Precise Formula: Uses standard resistance formulas (Copper) to calculate exact Voltage Drop (V) and Percentage (%). Built for iOS Clean Interface: Native SwiftUI design that is fast and responsive. Haptic Feedback: Feel the confirmation when calculations complete. Privacy First: No data collection, no ads, works 100% offline. Perfect for: Residential & Commercial Electricians Automotive & RV Wiring (12V/24V systems) Solar Power System Design Home Improvement & DIY Projects Stop guessing wire sizes. Download Wire Gauge Calculator ° today and work with confidence.

Screenshots

FieldFox4 screens
Wire Gauge Calculator °2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FieldFox at Free against Wire Gauge Calculator °'s $0.99. FieldFox also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). Wire Gauge Calculator °'s advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 12 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

FieldFox is free to download; Wire Gauge Calculator ° costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wire Gauge Calculator ° holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FieldFox ships an update every 12 months, Wire Gauge Calculator ° weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FieldFox versus Wire Gauge Calculator °: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFieldFoxWire Gauge Calculator °
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeysight Technologies, Inc.bobo pei

Customer experience

FieldFox

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Wire Gauge Calculator °

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FieldFox

No in-app purchases

None

Wire Gauge Calculator °

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FieldFox free?
FieldFox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wire Gauge Calculator ° free?
Wire Gauge Calculator ° costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FieldFox or Wire Gauge Calculator °?
Wire Gauge Calculator ° is rated higher. FieldFox averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Wire Gauge Calculator ° averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FieldFox or Wire Gauge Calculator ° have ads?
Neither FieldFox nor Wire Gauge Calculator ° shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FieldFox or Wire Gauge Calculator °?
FieldFox ships an update every 12 months, and Wire Gauge Calculator ° weekly. Most recently, FieldFox was updated on October 18, 2026 and Wire Gauge Calculator ° on October 20, 2026.

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