ASHRAE DFDB Lite vs AllFoundries
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ASHRAE DFDB Lite
Calculate pressure loss for a selection of ASHRAE duct fittings. Create projects, customize inputs, and generate reports with spreadsheet attachments. Supports both I-P and SI units and works on iPhone and iPad.
- Pressure loss calculations for ASHRAE fittings
- Individual project creation
- Customizable input parameters
- Fitting code search feature
- Display and email reports
- I-P and SI unit support
- iPhone and iPad compatible
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The ASHRAE Duct Fitting Database Lite app is a free app that allows you to perform pressure loss calculations for a subset of the 240+ supply, common, and return/exhaust ASHRAE fittings listed in the 2021 ASHRAE Handbook—Fundamentals. These include the following: SD2-1 SD5-9 SR2-1 SR5-5 SF4-1 CD3-1 CD11-1 CR6-1 CR9-1 CR11-1 ED1-1 ED4-1 ER1-1 ER4-1 The following is a partial list of features of this app: 1. You can create individual projects, each with unique input values and results. 2. Each fitting has its own custom set of input parameters and results. 3. You can easily change the minimum and maximum allowable values for all input parameters. 4. The app includes a search feature that allows you to type in a partial or full fitting code name to quickly retrieve it. 5. You can display and email two types of reports. 6. The reports include a spreadsheet attachment that you can open on your desktop computer to conduct further analysis. 7. Inputs and results are displayed in both I-P and SI units. 8. The app works on both the iPhone and iPad and adjusts its user interface according to the device screen size. The ASHRAE Duct Fitting Database Lite application was designed exclusively for ASHRAE by Carmel Software Corporation.
AllFoundries
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AllFoundries is the B2B marketplace for the global metal casting industry. Whether you're a casting buyer looking for the right foundry or a foundry looking to grow your client base, AllFoundries handles the matching, you handle the business. SNAP A PHOTO, LET AI DO THE REST Take a photo of a casting or upload a technical drawing. Our AI-powered recognition extracts the key specifications, material, process, weight, dimensions, so you can submit a request in seconds instead of filling out lengthy forms. FOR CASTING BUYERS Post your casting request and let AllFoundries find the right foundry partner. Describe what you need, upload photos or drawings, and receive matched quotes from verified foundries. FOR FOUNDRIES Showcase your castings and capabilities to a global network of buyers. Snap a photo of a casting you produce, add your specifications, and let the platform connect you with relevant requests. KEY FEATURES • AI-powered photo recognition for fast casting submissions • Upload photos, technical drawings, and documents (PDF, JPG, PNG) • Intelligent matching between buyers and foundries • Real-time notifications and status tracking • Company profiles with certifications and capability details • Private and secure file sharing • Available in English and German TRUSTED BY THE INDUSTRY Join 1,200+ buyers and 650+ foundries already using AllFoundries. One platform. One industry. Fully connected. Free to sign up. No card required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ASHRAE DFDB Lite at 11.0 against AllFoundries's 14.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ASHRAE DFDB Lite | AllFoundries |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASHRAE, Inc. | Loet van der Burgt |
In-app purchases
ASHRAE DFDB Lite
No in-app purchases
AllFoundries
No in-app purchases
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