Comparison

ADCA Tools vs NPSH Calculator

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

Head to head
About

ADCA Tools

Features
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ADCATools is a comprehensive engineering toolbox designed for engineers, problem solvers, technicians and enthusiasts looking to boost their productivity. Featuring more than 35 fluid system calculators seamlessly integrated in an easy-to-use interface with no Ads. Main calculators include: : • Line sizing by Velocity (steam, water or air) • Line sizing by Pressure Loss (steam, water or air) • Valve sizing by Kv/Cv or Flow • Flash Steam Generation • Fluid Properties (including steam tables air psychometrics) • Heat Rating • Steam-Water and Water-Water mixing • Condensate Load • Unit Converters • and much more… The app also provides pdf export capabilities so that you can attach your calculation results to technical reports or commercial offers. About Us: Valsteam ADCA is a is a global manufacturer with one of the largest ranges of steam equipment in the world, focused in developing groundbreaking solutions that aim to improve the energy efficiency of steam and other industrial fluid system. For more information visit: www.valsteam.com Or contact us: geral@valsteam.pt

About

NPSH Calculator

Features
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NPSH Calculator helps pump engineers, designers and operators quickly estimate suction line head losses and Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) available. Start on the Home screen by entering the pipe data used for head loss calculations: length, flow, internal diameter, pipe material and Hazen–Williams roughness C. Add local losses with the intuitive Fittings screen, where you can add or remove common fittings such as elbows, valves, contractions and foot valves, and see the total fitting coefficient used in the calculation. On the NPSH screen, enter water temperature, site altitude, suction static head and the safety margin you want to apply. The app then calculates: • Flow velocity in the suction pipe • Friction loss in the pipe • Minor losses due to fittings • Total suction head loss • Atmospheric head, vapor pressure head and applied safety margin • NPSH available at the pump suction Results are shown in a clear, scrollable summary that separates input values, head loss results, NPSH inputs, NPSH available and the list of fittings used in the calculation. Explanatory tooltips and on-screen NPSH guidance help students and junior engineers understand where each term comes from and how it affects pump performance. You can switch between US and SI units at any time (ft / gpm / in / °F or m / L/s / mm / °C), and all inputs and results are updated to the selected unit system for consistent, error-free work. Use NPSH Calculator as a fast design and troubleshooting aid when sizing suction lines, reviewing pump selections or checking whether NPSH available comfortably exceeds the NPSH required by the pump manufacturer. Note: This app is intended for preliminary calculations and educational use. Always confirm final designs and pump selections with a qualified engineer and the pump manufacturer.

Screenshots

ADCA Tools4 screens
NPSH Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ADCA Tools at Free against NPSH Calculator's $1.99. ADCA Tools also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On 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

ADCA Tools is free to download; NPSH Calculator costs $1.99 up front. NPSH Calculator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ADCA Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ADCA Tools ships an update daily, NPSH Calculator every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
ADCA Tools versus NPSH Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterADCA ToolsNPSH Calculator
PriceFree — better$1.99
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB34 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperVALSTEAM ADCA ENGINEERING, S.A.Transparent Blue Water LLC

In-app purchases

None

ADCA Tools

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NPSH Calculator

One-time1
  • NPSH Industrial$4.99

Questions

Is ADCA Tools free?
ADCA Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NPSH Calculator free?
NPSH Calculator costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do ADCA Tools or NPSH Calculator have ads?
Neither ADCA Tools nor NPSH Calculator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ADCA Tools or NPSH Calculator?
ADCA Tools ships an update daily, and NPSH Calculator every 4 months. Most recently, ADCA Tools was updated on September 23, 2026 and NPSH Calculator on September 14, 2026.

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