Comparison

Alchemical Input vs Electrical Load Calc NEC

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

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About

Alchemical Input

Features
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First of all, this is not just an application. Alchemical Input is a keyboard that works just like any other keyboard on your phone, but with the Alchemical symbols! Yes, any application, any smartphone! Take a look on the screenshots to see the keys and their possible variants! === Problems seeing the runes? === In some cases, users can have issues to see the new keyboard on the Keyboard list. We recommend that you restart the phone and close all the applications before and after installing/configuring the app. If you have any question related to that, contact us via contato@hodstudio.com.br You will need to follow these steps to install and configure your Alchemical Input keyboard: - After installation, go to "Settings" - Select "General" - Select "Keyboards" - Select "Add new keyboard" - Select Alchemical Input When using an app, the iPhone/iPad will show a Globe icon or button at the bottom. By holding on it, you can choose which keyboard you want to use. Select Alchemical Input and start writing with runes! PRIVACY POLICE Alchemical Input aims to spread and facilitate the use of runes by anyone. Because it’s a keyboard, operational system can display an default alerts to inform that keyboards can capture data typed by users and send them to third parties. That is not the case with Alchemical Input. We collect and process only data on app usage statistics, as well as error/crash information. What does that mean? - It is not necessary to create an account and the app will not request any personal data. - No data typed with Rune Input - Medieval is sent anywhere. Typed characters are transferred to the operational system of the mobile, which will be standard processed, like inserting them on a text field. - No personal data is collected. Only usage statistics and error/crash information are collected, which are processed directly by Google’s servers.

About

Electrical Load Calc NEC

Calculate residential electrical service sizes accurately using NEC standards. This tool provides step-by-step breakdowns, references official articles, and supports multiple NEC editions for electricians and engineers.

Highlights
  • NEC 220.82 Optional Method calculations
  • Support for NEC 2023 and NEC 2026
  • Step-by-step breakdown with article references
  • Appliance presets and custom entry
  • Service size recommendations
  • PASS/FAIL check against panel capacity
Features
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NEC residential electrical load calculator for electricians, contractors, and electrical engineers. Size electrical services with confidence using the NEC 220.82 Optional Method and updated NEC 2026 Article 120 demand factors. Works 100% offline on the job site. Enter dwelling square footage, pick appliances from presets, and get a permit-ready service-size recommendation in seconds - with a full step-by-step breakdown and NEC article references on every line. Switch between NEC 2023 and NEC 2026 instantly to see how the new rules change your load. LOAD CALCULATION FEATURES: - NEC 220.82 Optional Method for dwelling units - NEC 2026 Article 120 support (load calc sections renumbered 220.x to 120.x) - Toggle between NEC 2023 and NEC 2026 in one tap - Step-by-step breakdown with NEC article references per line - Heating and A/C per 220.82(C): A/C and heat pump compressor at 100%, supplemental heat at 65%, electric space heating at 65% (under 4 units) or 40% (4 or more units) - EVSE per edition: 2023 as general load per 220.57 and 220.82(B) with 7,200 VA minimum; 2026 at 100% per 120.82(D) - Service size from standard ratings: 100A, 125A, 150A, 200A, 225A, 300A, 400A, 600A - PASS/FAIL check against existing panel capacity - 29 common appliance presets with VA ratings - Custom appliance entry for any load - General lighting auto-calculated from square footage per 220.41 - Small appliance and laundry circuits added per 220.52 - HVAC non-coincident load handling (heating vs cooling) - EV charger support (Level 2: 32A, 40A, 48A) APPLIANCE PRESETS INCLUDED: - Electric range and oven (8,000-16,000 VA) - Clothes dryer (5,000-5,500 VA) - Water heater (4,500 VA) - Heat pump (2-5 ton) and central AC (2-5 ton) - Supplemental heat strips (5 kW, 10 kW) for heat pump systems - EV charger Level 2 (7,680-11,520 VA) - Dishwasher, disposal, microwave - Pool pump, hot tub, well pump - And more - or enter custom VA values PRO FEATURES (one-time purchase): - No ads - clean interface for professionals - Save calculation history by job or address - Export permit-ready PDF with full load breakdown - Dark theme support NEC 2026 UPDATES COVERED: - General lighting reduced to 2 VA/sq ft (was 3 VA/sq ft) - First tier demand reduced to 8,000 VA (was 10,000 VA) - EV chargers at 100% demand factor per 120.82(D) - Article 220 relocated to Article 120 (220.82 is now 120.82) HOW IT WORKS: 1. Enter dwelling square footage 2. Select NEC edition (2023 or 2026) 3. Add appliances from presets or custom entry 4. See total demand in amps with NEC article references 5. Get recommended service size instantly NEC ARTICLE REFERENCES: Every calculation line shows the exact NEC article reference (for example "NEC 220.82(B)" or "NEC 2026 120.82(D)"). Verify every step against the official NEC code book, build trust with inspectors, and prep for the electrical exam. PERFECT FOR: - Licensed electricians sizing residential services daily - Electrical apprentices studying for journeyman exams - Electrical contractors bidding residential and light commercial jobs - Electrical engineers and designers - Panel upgrade assessments - EV charger installation planning - New construction load calculations - Permit applications and plan review OFFLINE AND PRIVACY: - Works 100% offline - no internet needed on the job site - No account required - No data collection - your calculations stay on your device - Encrypted local storage for saved jobs Simplify residential load calculations on the job site.

Screenshots

Alchemical Input4 screens
Electrical Load Calc NEC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alchemical Input at none against Electrical Load Calc NEC's 1. Electrical Load Calc NEC's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 41 months) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads 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

Alchemical Input costs $1.99 and Electrical Load Calc NEC $0.99 up front. Electrical Load Calc NEC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Alchemical Input asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Alchemical Input ships an update every 41 months, Electrical Load Calc NEC every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Alchemical Input versus Electrical Load Calc NEC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlchemical InputElectrical Load Calc NEC
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating—3.4 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 41 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB34 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPablo Cussa de SouzaRizvan Adzhoian

In-app purchases

None

Alchemical Input

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Electrical Load Calc NEC

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is Alchemical Input free?
Alchemical Input costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Electrical Load Calc NEC free?
Electrical Load Calc NEC costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Alchemical Input or Electrical Load Calc NEC have ads?
Neither Alchemical Input nor Electrical Load Calc NEC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Alchemical Input or Electrical Load Calc NEC?
Alchemical Input ships an update every 41 months, and Electrical Load Calc NEC every 3 days. Most recently, Alchemical Input was updated on October 15, 2026 and Electrical Load Calc NEC on October 28, 2026.

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