Smart ADF vs WelderCalc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Smart ADF
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With Smart ADF, connect your auto-darkening welding helmet and adjust various ADF parameters, modes, etc., through your phone, with settings synchronized to the helmet. Alternatively, adjust on the helmet and instantly transfer updates to your phone, effortlessly managing device settings and enhancing work efficiency.
WelderCalc
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The welding calculator that picks amperage on the first shot โ TIG, MIG, stick, flux-core โ heat input, travel speed, electrode sizing, all offline. Tired of dialing in by feel? Tired of running test beads on scrap to find your settings? WelderCalc gives you amperage, heat input, travel speed, and electrode sizing for any process and any thickness, in seconds. WHAT'S INSIDE โข Amperage โ TIG, MIG, stick, flux-core; by thickness and process โข Heat Input โ joules per inch, per process, per pass โข Travel Speed โ IPM and meters/min, by deposition rate โข Electrode Sizing โ TIG tungsten, stick rod, MIG wire by joint โข Gas Flow โ CFH for argon, CO2, mixes โข Filler Calculation โ rod count by joint, length, deposition rate โข Fillet Weld Strength โ leg size, throat, allowable load โข Bead Reference โ root, fill, cap by passes โข Code Reference โ common WPS limits (informational) WHO IT'S FOR Pipefitters, structural welders, fab shop guys, mobile welders, welding students prepping for the AWS test. Anyone who'd rather lay good bead than burn rod figuring out settings. FREE vs PRO Free forever: amperage, heat input, travel speed, gas flow. Pro unlocks filler calculation, electrode sizing, fillet weld strength, code reference. One-time or subscription. Subscriptions auto-renew until cancelled. Manage in your Apple ID Subscription Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://doublevision.company/privacy OFFLINE. NO ACCOUNT. NO ADS. Works in plant shutdowns, on rigs, on remote job sites. Everything runs locally.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart ADF at none against WelderCalc's 4. Smart ADF also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). WelderCalc's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. WelderCalc sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Smart ADF asks for nothing beyond the download.
Smart ADF ships an update every 6 weeks, WelderCalc every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart ADF | WelderCalc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 4 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 16.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TECMEN ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD | Double Vision USA LLC |
In-app purchases
Smart ADF
No in-app purchases
WelderCalc
- Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Pro Unlock$24.99
- Fab Shop Bundle$139.99









