Pocket Rigger vs OutriggerPlan

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.

OutriggerPlan is crane lift planning in your pocket. Build range charts in 2D and 3D, check outrigger and ground conditions, plan the rigging and export a professional lift plan — on site, even offline. PLAN THE LIFT VISUALLY • 2D range chart with grid, radius/height axes and boom-angle guides • Boom length, boom angle, radius and tip height linked live — drag or type values • Jib configuration: none, fixed jib (0–60° offset) or luffing jib • 12 crane types: all-terrain, city, rough-terrain, truck-mounted, crawler lattice, telescopic crawler, pick & carry, carry deck, boom truck, crane truck, mini spider and tower cranes • Site objects: buildings, containers, vehicles, towers, trees, ramps, pipes and more, with clearance and distance checks 3D WORKSPACE • Switch from 2D to 3D to see the crane, load and site obstacles together • Radius rings and angle guides, with 3D, front, side and top camera views • Drag the boom to change angle, the tip to change length and the hook to hoist • Set carrier heading, boom slew and load heading LOADS & RIGGING • Ready-made loads: ISO containers, steel beams, pipes, tanks, generators, personnel baskets and more • Custom Load Builder for odd-shaped loads, with centre of gravity • Hook block or ball hook, 1–4 leg slings and spreader beams • Sling angle, sling-leg tension and rigging utilization, with warnings when limits are exceeded OUTRIGGERS & GROUND • Outrigger reactions and ground bearing pressure • Pad and mat sizing for square, rectangular and circular pads LIFT PLAN DOCUMENTS • Job, client, supplier, crane, load and configuration details in one plan • Reusable directory of clients, suppliers and cranes • PDF export of the range chart, the lift plan or both WORKS WHERE YOU WORK • Offline draft editing; syncs when you're back online • Metric and imperial units, light and dark mode, 14 languages • Same account on iPhone, iPad and all platforms TEAMS • Shared projects, crane fleet and directory • Roles and permissions for planners, supervisors and reviewers SUBSCRIPTIONS Free to download. Saved projects, cloud sync, PDF export and custom cranes require a Solo or Team subscription. Solo and Team Starter include a 7-day free trial. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed in your App Store account settings. OutriggerPlan is a planning aid. Always confirm capacities against the manufacturer's load chart and follow your site's lift procedures. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://outriggerplan.com/privacy-policy