Comparison

GetPipe vs SprinkCalc Pro

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

Head to head
About

GetPipe

This app prioritizes personal connections and excellent service. Users are encouraged to reach out via phone, live chat, or email for any assistance they require.

Highlights
  • Personalized service
  • Live chat support
  • Email support
  • Phone support
  • Relationship focus
Features
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We never want to lose the personal touch associated with what we do. Relationships and Service are keys to who we are and what we are about, so either by phone, live chat or email please feel free to reach out to us for anything that you may need.

About

SprinkCalc Pro

Features
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SprinkCalc Pro turns your iPhone into a complete fire sprinkler hydraulics toolkit for fire protection engineers, sprinkler fitters, and contractors who can't trust spotty Wi-Fi on the job site. Get accurate Hazen-Williams friction loss, K-factor discharge, NFPA design area, system volume, hose stream allowance, and antifreeze concentration calculations — all in one app, 100% offline. Designed for NICET certified professionals, fire protection engineers, and sprinkler system designers who need fast, reliable calculations in the field or at the desk. Every calculation runs on-device with zero connectivity required. SPRINKLER CALCULATORS: • Hazen-Williams Calculator — Calculate friction loss in fire sprinkler piping using the Hazen-Williams equation. Supports all standard pipe sizes, C-factors for steel, copper, CPVC, and cement-lined pipe. Essential for every hydraulic calculation. • K-Factor Calculator — Calculate sprinkler discharge flow rate from K-factor and residual pressure. Covers standard spray (K-5.6), large drop (K-11.2), ESFR (K-14.0 to K-25.2), and all NFPA listed K-factors. Instantly verify sprinkler performance. • Design Area Calculator — Determine the required design area and water density based on NFPA 13 hazard classifications. Supports Light Hazard, Ordinary Hazard Group 1 & 2, Extra Hazard Group 1 & 2, and ESFR configurations. • System Volume Calculator — Calculate the total water volume in fire sprinkler piping systems. Enter pipe sizes, lengths, and fitting counts to get precise gallons/liters for system volume. Critical for antifreeze systems, dry systems, and pre-action systems. • Hose Stream Allowance Calculator — Determine the required hose stream allowance based on NFPA 13 occupancy classification. Ensures your water supply meets the total demand including inside and outside hose streams. • Antifreeze Concentration Calculator — Calculate the correct glycerin or propylene glycol concentration for antifreeze fire sprinkler systems. Temperature-based lookup per NFPA 13 requirements. Verify freeze protection levels instantly. REFERENCE GUIDES: • NFPA Standards Reference — Quick reference for NFPA 13 (Installation), NFPA 14 (Standpipes), NFPA 20 (Fire Pumps), NFPA 24 (Underground Mains), and NFPA 25 (Inspection & Testing). Key requirements at your fingertips. • Pipe Schedule Reference — Complete pipe schedule tables for Schedule 10, 40, and steel/copper piping used in fire sprinkler systems. Inside diameters, wall thickness, and C-factors for all standard sizes. • Sprinkler Types Reference — Visual guide to sprinkler head types including pendant, upright, sidewall, concealed, ESFR, and residential. Temperature ratings, K-factors, coverage areas, and application guidelines. BUILT FOR THE FIELD: • Calculation History — Recent calculations saved automatically. Review and compare past results across projects. • Unit Toggle — Switch between Imperial (US) and Metric (SI) units with one tap. PSI/bar, GPM/LPM, feet/meters, inches/mm. • Dark Mode — Full dark/light mode support for any environment. • 100% Offline — No internet required. Every calculation and reference runs entirely on-device. Use it on the construction site, in the riser room, or at your desk. WHO IS THIS FOR: • Fire Protection Engineers (PE/NICET) • Sprinkler Fitters & Journeymen (UA Local unions) • Fire Sprinkler Contractors & Designers • Building Inspectors & Plan Reviewers • Insurance Underwriters & Risk Engineers • Fire Safety Consultants • Mechanical Engineers working on fire protection Built for fire protection professionals by people who understand the industry. SprinkCalc Pro uses NFPA standard formulas and industry-accepted calculation methods — not guesswork. From apprentice to senior engineer, this is the fire sprinkler calculator that belongs in your pocket. Terms of Use (EULA): https://sprinkcalcpro.volvoxmobile.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://sprinkcalcpro.volvoxmobile.com/privacy

Screenshots

GetPipe4 screens
SprinkCalc Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GetPipe at none against SprinkCalc Pro's 2. GetPipe also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. SprinkCalc Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. GetPipe asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GetPipe versus SprinkCalc Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGetPipeSprinkCalc Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequency—Every 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGregg HempelErsel Tarhan

In-app purchases

None

GetPipe

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SprinkCalc Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Annual Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is GetPipe free?
GetPipe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SprinkCalc Pro free?
SprinkCalc Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GetPipe or SprinkCalc Pro have ads?
Neither GetPipe nor SprinkCalc Pro shows ads.

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