Comparison

Toolcase App vs PA TOOLS

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

Head to head
About

Toolcase App

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Toolcase App is aimed at freelancers in the event industry who want to have their productions and finances firmly under control with one app. With Toolcase, you can easily manage your productions, clients, locations and invoices. Thanks to iCloud Sync, all information is available to you on your Mac and iPhone. Invoicing is done directly from the app with just a few clicks based on your daily rates. See at any time how much turnover you can expect, which payments are still outstanding and what turnover you have already made. Add documents to your contacts, productions or locations so that you can access your Tec Specs, festival riders or contracts at any time. Toolcase App PRO subscription Toolcase App offers a Free and a Pro Plan Toolcase App Free (no subscription required): - Create up to 10 Productions - Create up to 10 Invoices Toolcase App Pro ($5,99/month or $59,99/year) - Create unlimited Productions - Create unlimited Invoices Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy: https://toolcase.app/privacy

About

PA TOOLS

This app assists with stage preparation and PA system tuning. It provides tools for L-Acoustics presets, patcher viewing, and calculating wave lengths and room modes.

Highlights
  • L-Acoustics preset guide
  • Patcher viewer
  • Wave length calculator
  • Room mode calculator
  • Stage preparation assistance
Features
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PA TOOLS is your all-in-one utility kit for audio engineers. From system prep to quick calculations, it brings fast, reliable tools for every stage of a show. Included tools: • Wave Length — Convert delay, meters and phase instantly • Room Modes — Predict standing waves and plan your EQ strategy • Generator — Pink noise or tones with tactile feedback • RTA — Pocket-size RTA with weighted filters • Reference Playlist — Loop cues and walk-in edits on the go • Wave Recorder — Capture rehearsals in 48 kHz WAV and share instantly • SPL & Noise Tracker — Log SPL for compliance and break monitoring • PA Specs — Browse LAcoustics catalog and find compatible accessories • Speaker Load — Plan amp channel loads before the trucks roll in • Cable Section — Choose cable gauge and check voltage drop • L-Acoustics Prealignment — Match LA Network Manager presets with field timing • Sub Array Calculator — Design cardioid or broadside arrays quickly Full Unlock (In-App Purchase): Unlock the complete suite, remove time limits, enable full RTA, full recording, extended playlist playback, unlimited module access, and all upcoming features.

Screenshots

Toolcase App4 screens
PA TOOLS2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Toolcase App at every 2 days against PA TOOLS's fortnightly. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Toolcase App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and PA TOOLS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Toolcase App ships an update every 2 days, PA TOOLS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Toolcase App versus PA TOOLS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterToolcase AppPA TOOLS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, MaciPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperToolcase AppOlivier Jobin

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Toolcase App

Subscriptions2
  • Toolcase App PRO (1 month)7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Toolcase App PRO (1 year)1 Month trial$59.991 Year
1 purchases

PA TOOLS

One-time1
  • PA Tools – Full Unlock$22.99

Questions

Is Toolcase App free?
Toolcase App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PA TOOLS free?
PA TOOLS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Toolcase App or PA TOOLS have ads?
Neither Toolcase App nor PA TOOLS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Toolcase App or PA TOOLS?
Toolcase App ships an update every 2 days, and PA TOOLS fortnightly. Most recently, Toolcase App was updated on September 30, 2026 and PA TOOLS on October 10, 2026.

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