UTC NOW vs Rotor Load Calc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UTC NOW
Easily convert UTC dates and times to your local time, and vice versa. This utility app features a simple interface and a small file size for efficient use. It offers ad-free functionality.
- UTC to local time conversion
- Local time to UTC conversion
- Simple interface
- Small file size
- Ad-free experience
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UTC NOW converts UTC date and time to your local time, and back again. Pick a date and time in UTC and the matching local time appears instantly. Or pick your local date and time and see the UTC equivalent. Both directions work the same way, on their own tab. WHY UTC NOW - Simple interface. Two tabs, nothing to learn. - Small file size. - No ads. - No account and no sign-up. - Works offline. No network connection is used at any point. WHO IT IS FOR - Developers reading server logs, timestamps, and CI output in UTC - Pilots, sailors, and radio operators working in UTC / Zulu time - Anyone scheduling meetings or calls across time zones Your local time zone is taken from your device settings, so there is nothing to configure. Open the app and it is ready.
Rotor Load Calc
This tool simplifies helicopter load calculations for pilots flying under government contracts. It generates fillable PDFs for performance calculations, signature, and submission, saving time and reducing errors. Easily manage and share your flight planning documents.
- Interagency helicopter load calculation
- Fillable PDF generation
- Aircraft performance data entry
- Automated field population
- File organization and sorting
- Pilot and manager signature fields
- PDF export and sharing options
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Quickly and accurately generate, share, print, and save your Interagency Helicopter Load Calculation. Designed to assist helicopter pilots flying under government contracts by providing a fillable PDF that simplifies performance calculations. After entering basic aircraft information and performance data, Rotor Load Calc completes remaining fields and prepares the document for signature and submission. Simplify your flight planning with Rotor Load Calc. Save time and reduce errors with built-in calculations Line 5 fuel gallons to lbs conversion Lines 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, and 15 populate based on information you provide Line 8 populates after selection of preloaded aircraft Label and sort individual files by name or create custom folders for additional origination Pilot and manager signature fields Export a PDF, print, or send files via AirDrop, text, message, or email This software is a tool to assist with performance calculations. The user is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all data, information, and calculations. The user agrees the developers and related parties are not liable for any issues, actions, or incidents resulting from its use. Your acknowledgement indicates you have read, understand, and agree to the user terms and conditions. For technical support, inquiries, or to report any issues or discrepancies please contact helimetrics.trs@gmail.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UTC NOW at none against Rotor Load Calc's 2. Rotor Load Calc's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Rotor Load Calc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. UTC NOW asks for nothing beyond the download.
UTC NOW ships an update every 4 months, Rotor Load Calc monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UTC NOW | Rotor Load Calc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masashi Yasaka | Josh Cerf |
In-app purchases
UTC NOW
No in-app purchases
Rotor Load Calc
- 1 Month$1.991 Month
- 1 Year$19.991 Year
