# GearPoint vs WeldKit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: WeldKit at 100% against GearPoint's 0%. WeldKit also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). GearPoint's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeldKit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GearPoint asks for nothing beyond the download.

WeldKit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GearPoint has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of GearPoint's written reviews are positive against 100% of WeldKit's.

GearPoint ships an update every 4 months, WeldKit every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GearPoint | WeldKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gearpoint/id6447642339/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weldkit-welding-calculators/id6761280549/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lincoln Electric](https://appshunter.io/developer/748779901) | [Mark Laporte](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888573188) |

## What reviewers say

### GearPoint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gearpoint/id6447642339)

This app enhances your welding experience by automatically tracking arc time, notifying you of maintenance needs, and saving your preferred settings. It also allows remote control of helmet settings and provides access to instructions and distributor information.

**Highlights:** Automatic arc time tracking, Save and recall weld settings, Remote helmet setting control, Maintenance alerts, Replacement part instructions, Distributor locator

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### WeldKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weldkit-welding-calculators/id6761280549)

This app provides essential welding calculations and reference tools for professionals. It offers a free MIG calculator and unlocks seven additional calculators with a one-time purchase, eliminating subscriptions. Designed for speed and ease of use in shop or field environments, it helps users dial in settings and work with greater confidence.

**Highlights:** MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core calculators, Plasma Cutting and Heat Input calculators, Weld Cost Estimator, Preheat Temperature Calculator, Fast, simple interface, Imperial and metric support, No accounts required

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WeldKit Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GearPoint free?

GearPoint is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is WeldKit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GearPoint or WeldKit?

WeldKit is rated higher. GearPoint averages 2.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while WeldKit averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GearPoint or WeldKit have ads?

WeldKit shows ads; GearPoint does not.

### Which is updated more often, GearPoint or WeldKit?

GearPoint ships an update every 4 months, and WeldKit every 2 weeks. Most recently, GearPoint was updated on October 10, 2026 and WeldKit on October 7, 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.*