Comparison

RedX Decks vs Deck Calculator Pro

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

Head to head
About

RedX Decks

Design and visualize complex deck structures, including roofs and stairs, with automatic framing and structural calculations. Generate professional, permit-ready blueprints and detailed material lists for efficient construction.

Highlights
  • 3D deck and roof design
  • Automatic framing layouts
  • Structural calculations
  • Permit-ready blueprints
  • Material and cut lists
  • 3D visualization and renders
Features
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Design decks. Add roofs. Generate permit ready blueprints. RedX Decks is powerful deck design software for contractors, designers, and serious DIY builders. Create structurally sound decks, add roof-over-deck systems with beams and posts, and generate professional construction drawings in minutes. Build straight, wraparound, gazebo, L-shaped, U-shaped, freestanding, multi-level, or fully custom decks with automatic framing layouts and structural calculations. Decks With Roof Structures Design: • Roof over deck systems • Post and beam covered decks • Gazebo roofs • Decks with integrated stairs and railings • Multi-level structural framing Create complete deck and roof framing plans including beams, joists, posts, and railing systems. Permit Ready Blueprints Generate professional PDF construction drawings: • Joist and beam layout plans • Elevation blueprints • Framing layouts • Post and railing layouts • Stair stringer plans • Structural load calculations • Detailed material and cut lists Perfect for permit applications, contractor submissions, inspections, and client presentations. Automatic Structural & Framing Layout RedX automatically calculates: • Deck tributary areas • Beam sizing logic • Joist and beam placement • Load distribution • Structural checks Automatically generate: • Beam layouts • Joist layouts • Divider boards • Joist blocking • Post spacing • Stair framing Adjust spacing, deck load, materials, and wood species to match your project requirements. 3D Visualization & High-Quality Renders View your deck and roof structure in realistic 3D. Rotate, zoom, and inspect every component before building. Export high-resolution render images for client presentations, marketing, social media, or permit documentation. Complete Material & Cut Lists Get accurate: • Lumber quantities • Cut lists • Fastener estimates • Material summaries Reduce waste and build with confidence. Built for decks attached to a house or fully freestanding structures — from simple backyard builds to covered roof-over-deck systems. Download RedX Decks and start creating permit ready deck and roof blueprints today. Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ RedX Apps Terms of Service https://www.redxapps.com/terms-of-service In-App Purchases Available Premium Monthly and Yearly subscriptions unlock advanced features. Payment is charged to your iTunes account and renews automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your App Store settings. Current pricing starts at $6.99 USD/month or $59.99 USD/year. Prices may vary by region and are subject to change. Active subscriptions cannot be canceled during the billing period.

About

Deck Calculator Pro

Features
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Plan and build your dream deck with confidence! Deck Calculator Pro is the complete material estimator for DIY homeowners and professional contractors alike. CALCULATE ALL YOUR MATERIALS IN SECONDS Simply enter your deck dimensions and instantly get accurate quantities for: • Deck boards - with size recommendations • Joists - including rim joists • Posts - properly spaced for your design • Beams - with linear footage calculations Unlike other deck calculators that only estimate flooring, our app calculates your ENTIRE deck frame - everything you need from foundation to finish. ADVANCED CUSTOMIZATION Fine-tune your project with adjustable parameters: • Joist spacing (12", 16", or 24" on center) • Board width options • Post spacing for proper support • Material sizes based on your deck dimensions FEATURES EVERYONE LOVES • Clean, intuitive interface • Real-time calculations as you adjust • Works completely offline • No account required • Haptic feedback for satisfying interactions --- PRO FEATURES - Unlock the Full Experience COST ESTIMATION Enter your local material prices and get instant budget calculations: • Per-item cost breakdown (boards, joists, posts, beams) • Total project cost estimate • Adjust prices anytime as costs change DECK VISUALIZATION See your deck come to life with a scaled 2D preview showing: • Board layout and spacing • Joist placement • Post positions • Beam locations • Color-coded legend for easy reference SAVE UNLIMITED PROJECTS • Save multiple deck designs • Load previous projects instantly • Perfect for comparing options or managing multiple jobs SHARE WITH CONTRACTORS • Export your complete material list • Share via Messages, Email, or any app • Professional format ready for quotes --- PERFECT FOR: • DIY homeowners planning a new deck • Contractors estimating materials for bids • Home improvement enthusiasts • Anyone renovating their outdoor living space SUPPORTED DECK TYPES: • Pressure-treated lumber decks • Composite decking (Trex, TimberTech, etc.) • Cedar and redwood decks • Ground-level and elevated designs • Attached and freestanding decks --- WHY DECK CALCULATOR PRO? Most deck calculators only tell you how many deck boards you need. That's just the surface - literally! Your deck's structural integrity depends on properly calculated joists, posts, and beams. We built this app because we couldn't find a simple, accurate tool that calculated ALL deck components. No complicated software, no overwhelming features - just the essential calculations you need to plan your project right. Whether you're a weekend warrior tackling your first deck or a seasoned contractor running multiple jobs, Deck Calculator Pro gives you the numbers you need to build with confidence. --- Download now and start planning your perfect outdoor space! Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdfula/

Screenshots

RedX Decks4 screens
Deck Calculator Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RedX Decks at 15.6 against Deck Calculator Pro's 17.0. 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. RedX Decks sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Deck Calculator Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RedX Decks versus Deck Calculator Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRedX DecksDeck Calculator Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (521 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings521 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size177 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRedX Technology IncRYAN KIM

In-app purchases

9 purchases

RedX Decks

Subscriptions6
  • RedX Decks Pro$6.991 Month
  • RedX Apps Pro++ Monthly$9.991 Month
  • RedX Apps Pro++$59.991 Year
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  • RedX Decks Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • RedX Decks Pro7 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • RedX Apps Bundle1 Year trial2 variants$179.991 Year
One-time3
  • 20 Render Credits$9.99
  • 100 Render Credits$29.99
  • 200 Render Credits$44.99
2 purchases

Deck Calculator Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$1.99

Questions

Is RedX Decks free?
RedX Decks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deck Calculator Pro free?
Deck Calculator Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RedX Decks or Deck Calculator Pro have ads?
Neither RedX Decks nor Deck Calculator Pro shows ads.

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