Comparison

Structural Engineering lite vs Tile Constructor

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

Head to head
About

Structural Engineering lite

This app provides engineers with essential structural formulas and calculations for civil construction projects. It offers instant results, demand/capacity checks, and a built-in database of materials and sections, all accessible on mobile devices.

Highlights
  • 59 structural formulas (AISC/ACI)
  • Instant demand/capacity checks
  • Built-in AISC section database
  • Material and code references
  • USCS & SI unit support
  • Pass/Fail visual indicator
Features
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Structural Engineering Calculator delivers 59 AISC and ACI structural formulas with instant results, demand/capacity checks, a built-in AISC section database, and material references — all in one app. Whether you’re on site, in the office, or reviewing drawings, every calculation you need is in your pocket. 59 STRUCTURAL FORMULAS COLUMNS Critical Ratio (Cc), Effective Length Factor (K), Slenderness Ratio (KL/r), Allowable Compressive Stress (Sr less than Cc), Allowable Compressive Stress (Sr greater than Cc), Safety Factor, Maximum Axial Load. BEAMS Shear Capacity of Flexural Members, Allowable Bending Stress (Compact and Noncompact), Moment Gradient Factor (Cb), Allowable Flange Bending Stress, Plastic Moment (Mp), Lateral Unbraced Lengths (Lp and Lr), Limiting Buckling Moment (Mr), Nominal Moment (Mn), Critical Elastic Moment (Mcr), Allowable Shear Stress, Beam Deflection for UDL and Point Load. BASE PLATES Base Plate Area, Plate Thickness, Bearing Pressure, Flange and Web Thickness, Plate Dimensions N and B. COMPOSITE BEAMS Horizontal Shear for Concrete and Steel, Number of Shear Connectors, Transformed Section Properties, Modular Ratio, Elastic Neutral Axis. CONNECTIONS Allowable Shear with Tension Field Action, Allowable Bearing Stress for Rollers and Rockers, Axial Stress for Concentrated Loads, Allowable Bearing Stress on Fasteners, Number of Shear Connectors, Total Horizontal Shear. AISC CODE REFERENCES Every formula links directly to AISC/ACI clauses — AISC 360-16, AISC ASD 9th Edition, ACI 318-19, and AISC Design Guide 3. PASS / FAIL CHECK Instant visual adequacy check with demand/capacity ratio — green for PASS, red for FAIL. AISC SECTION PICKER Browse W-shapes (AISC 15th Edition) and auto-fill section properties instantly. REFERENCE TAB Built-in library with W-sections (W4–W44), ASTM materials (A36, A992, A572, A500, A325, A490, F1554), weld electrodes, concrete grades, and codes. USCS & SI UNITS Switch anytime between inches/ksi and mm/MPa with automatic conversion. All section and material data included. Supports both USCS and SI units. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. Pay once — no subscriptions. References: AISC Steel Construction Manual 15th Edition, AISC 360-16, AISC ASD 9th Edition, ACI 318-19, AISC Design Guide 3.

About

Tile Constructor

This app helps construction professionals and workers quickly calculate material quantities, costs, and weights for various projects. It offers over 30 integrated calculators for flooring, drywall, concrete, masonry, painting, and roofing needs, simplifying project planning and saving valuable time.

Highlights
  • Material quantity calculation
  • Referential pricing
  • Weight estimation
  • Over 30 integrated calculators
  • Flooring calculations
  • Drywall calculations
  • Concrete calculations
Features
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Si trabajas o diriges una obra de construcción, a veces calcular la cantidad de materiales puede ser frustrante y siempre te quita tiempo. Imagínate poder ahorrar ese tiempo valioso para dedicarlo a otras cosas más importantes. Esta App es para Profesionales y Trabajadores de la construcción que quieran hacer su trabajo más fácil, simple y rápido. Solo ingresando las dimensiones de tu obra obtienes la lista completa de materiales, cantidad, precio referencial y el peso de cada uno. Son más de 30 calculadoras integradas en una sola aplicación. ¡Tile Constructor es de descarga y uso gratuito! CALCULADORAS: Revestimiento: - Alfombra en Rollo - Alfombra Modular - Piso Vinílico en Baldosa - Piso Vinílico en Rollo - Block Grass - Adoquines de Concreto - Piso Laminado Tabique Drywall: - Medio Tabique - Tabique Simple - Tabique Doble Cielo Raso: - Baldosa Acústica - Drywall Suspendido Enchape: - Porcelanato - Cerámico - Mosaico Empastado Concreto: - Solado - Cimiento Corrido - Sobrecimiento - Falso Piso - Contrapiso - Dosificaciones de Concreto Albañilería: - Asentado de Ladrillo - Tarrajeos y Morteros Embolsados Pintura: - Pintura Látex - Estuco Cobertura: - Reticulados Planos - Cobertura de Calamina - Membrana Líquida - Manto Asfáltico

Screenshots

Structural Engineering lite4 screens
Tile Constructor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tile Constructor at 100% against Structural Engineering lite's 60%. Tile Constructor also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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

Both are free to download. Structural Engineering lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tile Constructor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Structural Engineering lite ships an update every 6 months, Tile Constructor every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Structural Engineering lite versus Tile Constructor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStructural Engineering liteTile Constructor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperV PUGAZHENTHICARLOS ESTREMADOYRO

Customer experience

Structural Engineering lite

All ratings19 ratings
Positive84.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Tile Constructor

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Structural Engineering lite

One-time1
  • Structural Engineering Calc.$5.99
None

Tile Constructor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Structural Engineering lite free?
Structural Engineering lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tile Constructor free?
Tile Constructor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Structural Engineering lite or Tile Constructor have ads?
Structural Engineering lite shows ads; Tile Constructor does not.
Which is updated more often, Structural Engineering lite or Tile Constructor?
Structural Engineering lite ships an update every 6 months, and Tile Constructor every 3 months. Most recently, Structural Engineering lite was updated on October 13, 2026 and Tile Constructor on September 28, 2026.

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