Comparison

Deflection vs ABeam Pro

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

Head to head
About

Deflection

Calculate structural behavior for beams, 2D trusses, and 2D frames. Visualize reaction forces, shear, bending moment, and deflection. Analyze internal stresses along the beam and cross-section.

Highlights
  • Beam, 2D truss, and 2D frame analysis
  • Graphical output of results
  • Internal shear and bending stress calculation
  • 2D frame and truss editor
  • Cross-section editor with automatic calculations
  • Built-in database and quick-start templates
Features
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Deflection is a powerful, versatile calculator for beams, 2D trusses, and 2D frames. The interface is simple and intuitive, and the graphical output is state-of-the-art. In addition to reaction, shear, bending moment, and deflection results, Deflection also computes internal shear and bending stress along the cross section and along the beam. 2D FRAME AND TRUSS EDITOR The 2D editor is seamlessly integrated with the beam editor. Draw arbitrary frame and truss structures and apply loads and constraints using the same simple interface as for beams. You can visualize results directly within the 2D editor, or you can select a beam and get additional insights. INTERNAL STRESSES Obtain internal bending and shear stress diagrams in addition to shear, bending, and deflection diagrams. The internal stresses can be visualized along the length of the beam as well as along the vertical axis of the cross section using the beam editor. CROSS SECTION EDITOR Edit built-in cross sections. Moment of inertia and area values are automatically calculated and applied to the rest of the beam calculations. MORE FEATURES • The built-in database contains more data for your reference and convenience. • Apply beam self-weight optionally • Unlimited design files • Quick-start templates CONTACT We like to hear from you! Please email contact@ketchep.com if you have any issues, questions, or comments.

About

ABeam Pro

This app streamlines structural beam analysis using the Direct Stiffness Method. It provides instant calculations for reactions, shear forces, bending moments, and deflections, with interactive visualizations and exportable reports. Ideal for engineers and students needing fast, accurate structural solutions.

Highlights
  • Direct Stiffness Method analysis
  • Calculates reactions, shear, moment, deflection
  • Interactive diagrams and plots
  • Exportable PDF reports
  • Student tutorials and examples
  • Offline functionality
Features
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ABeam Pro: Master Structural Analysis with Precision & Speed! Engineer Smarter, Not Harder
Tired of tedious manual calculations or clunky software? Meet A-Beam—the ultimate app for fast, accurate beam analysis using the Direct Stiffness Method. Designed by engineers for engineers, A-Beam transforms complex structural calculations into effortless, lightning-fast solutions—whether you’re designing a bridge, a rooftop, or acing your coursework. Why ABeam Pro? ► Direct Stiffness Method Perfected: Solve any beam configuration—simply input spans, supports, and loads (point, distributed, moments). Let A-Beam handle the math.
 ► Instant Results: Calculate reactions, shear forces, bending moments, and deflections in seconds. No more spreadsheets or guesswork.
 ► Visualize & Validate: Interactive diagrams display shear/moment curves, deformation plots, and critical points. See your design come to life.
 ► Export-Ready Reports: Generate professional PDF summaries with key metrics—perfect for presentations, reports, or client reviews.
 ► Student-Friendly: Built-in tutorials and examples demystify the Direct Stiffness Method. Learn faster, design smarter. For Engineers, Students, and Pros
Whether you’re a student tackling statics homework, a site engineer verifying a design, or a pro optimizing a structure, A-Beam is your pocket-sized powerhouse:
 ► Analyze beams of any length, material, or load combination
 ► Adjust parameters on-the-fly and see real-time updates 
► Avoid costly errors with precision-engineered algorithms 
► Work offline—no internet? No problem. Trusted by 50,000+ Engineers Worldwide
ABeam Pro isn’t just an app—it’s your secret weapon for structural confidence. Ditch outdated tools and join a new era of engineering agility. Download Now and Build with Certainty!   Your Beam. Your Rules. Solved in Seconds.
Available on iOS. No subscriptions, no bloat—just pure engineering power.   Build Boldly. Calculate Fearlessly. A-Beam. Perfect for: Civil engineers, structural designers, architecture students, construction pros, and DIY enthusiasts tackling beams like a boss.

Screenshots

Deflection4 screens
ABeam Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Deflection at 74% against ABeam Pro's 14%. Deflection also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (115 vs 1). ABeam Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Deflection costs $4.99 and ABeam Pro $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Deflection holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Deflection has 115 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Deflection's written reviews are positive against 14% of ABeam Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Deflection ships an update every 6 weeks, ABeam Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Deflection versus ABeam Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeflectionABeam Pro
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.6 (115 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews73.6% of reviews — better14.3% of reviews
Number of ratings115 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlue KetchepJutarus Ratanasethakul

Customer experience

Deflection

All ratings115 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive73.6%
Neutral8.8%
Negative17.6%

ABeam Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

In-app purchases

None

Deflection

No in-app purchases

None

ABeam Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Deflection free?
Deflection costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ABeam Pro free?
ABeam Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Deflection or ABeam Pro?
Deflection is rated higher. Deflection averages 4.6 out of 5 from 115 ratings, while ABeam Pro averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Deflection or ABeam Pro have ads?
Neither Deflection nor ABeam Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Deflection or ABeam Pro?
Deflection ships an update every 6 weeks, and ABeam Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Deflection was updated on November 1, 2026 and ABeam Pro on November 2, 2026.

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