Comparison

Blastwave vs Safe_Distance

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

Head to head
About

Blastwave

Features
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The Blastwave program is an auxiliary tool designed to support the estimation of basic blast loading properties on engineering structures. It is based on publicly available, open-access knowledge and aims to provide engineers and designers with reliable assistance in conducting blast load assessments. The knowledge compiled in the program comes from various international experts. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the program may still contain errors or require improvements β€” for which user feedback is greatly appreciated. All collected fees are fully allocated to the continued development of the software, with the goal of making it increasingly useful in everyday engineering practice. Terms of Use: https://phobos-ca.com/BLASTWAVE/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://phobos-ca.com/BLASTWAVE/privacy-policy.html

About

Safe_Distance

Features
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Safe Distance – Intelligent Safety Perimeter Calculator Stay safe with real-time hazard exclusion zones, powered by GPS and smart algorithms. Safe Distance is your go-to app for calculating and monitoring safe zones during high-risk operations such as pneumatic testing, chemical handling, and blast hazard control. Key Features: Live GPS-Based Calculations: Automatically computes safe distance from your exact location. Dynamic Risk Radius: Factors in pressure, substance type, and other parameters. Weather-Aware Zones: Adjusts exclusion area in real time based on wind and environmental conditions. Instant Alerts: Broadcast evacuation zones to team members via SMS, WhatsApp, or email. Interactive Maps: Visualize safe/unsafe zones with intuitive color-coded markers. Use Cases: Pneumatic and hydrostatic test cordoning Blast zone mapping during demolitions Smart, Simple, Field-Ready: Whether you’re a safety engineer, site supervisor, or field technician, Safe Distance gives you the confidence to manage danger zones quickly and accurately β€” with zero manual calculations.

Screenshots

Blastwave4 screens
Safe_Distance4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Safe_Distance at none against Blastwave's 2. Safe_Distance also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Blastwave sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Safe_Distance asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Blastwave versus Safe_Distance: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlastwaveSafe_Distance
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.112.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size58 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiotr SielickiGAMAL ABDELNASER GABR GABR

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Blastwave

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$39.991 Year
None

Safe_Distance

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blastwave free?
Blastwave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Safe_Distance free?
Safe_Distance is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blastwave or Safe_Distance have ads?
Neither Blastwave nor Safe_Distance shows ads.

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