Pocket Rigger vs RigThis
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pocket Rigger
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Pocket Rigger is the ultimate arena and stage rigging calculator. Whether you're working on a two-leg or three-leg bridle, our app makes rigging calculations easier and more accurate, allowing you to focus on your setup with confidence. Pocket Rigger also supports both imperial and metric units for maximum flexibility in your work.
RigThis
This app provides essential rigging calculations for live event professionals. It includes tools for bridle calculations, truss load distribution, and unit conversion, with advanced features available through a one-time purchase.
- 2-leg bridle calculator with visual diagram
- Truss load distribution tool
- Length and weight unit converter
- 3-leg bridle calculator (Pro)
- Save and recall calculation history (Pro)
- Venue specs management (Pro)
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RigThis puts professional rigging math in your pocket—built for concerts, arenas, and touring crews who need answers on the grid, not back at the office. FREE • 2-leg bridle calculator with visual diagram • Truss load distribution tool • Length and weight unit converter RIGTHAT PRO — ONE-TIME PURCHASE • Projects per show or venue • Venue specs: grid, span, load ratings • 3-leg bridle calculator • Save and recall calculation history • Send per-motor loads from the load tool into bridle math WHY RIGGERS USE IT • Inputs designed for real rigging workflows • Clear results you can verify on site • Comfortable UI for dim venues • Project data stays on your device IMPORTANT RigThat is a calculation aid only. It is not a substitute for a qualified rigger, engineer, or your venue’s approved procedures. Always verify results on site and follow local codes and company policy. Use at your own risk. Questions or feedback? Use Support in the app Settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RigThis at none against Pocket Rigger's shown. Pocket Rigger's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Pocket Rigger sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and RigThis sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Pocket Rigger ships an update every 6 weeks, RigThis every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pocket Rigger | RigThis |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 104 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Phill Shaw | Circux Systems LLC |
In-app purchases
Pocket Rigger
- Remove Ads$0.99
RigThis
- RigThat Pro$49.99
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