Comparison

DewesoftM vs Bend Calculator

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

Head to head
About

DewesoftM

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DewesoftM is a free mobile app for connecting to, configuring, and monitoring Dewesoft data acquisition systems β€” from your iPhone or iPad. Designed for engineers in the field, on the test track, or in the lab, DewesoftM eliminates the need for a workstation. Connect to your DAQ hardware in seconds, check device status, adjust your setup, and watch live measurement data stream in real time. β€”β€”β€” EASY CONNECTIVITY β€”β€”β€” Automatic device discovery finds all available hardware on your network. Devices are listed by serial number and custom location name, sorted by last connected for quick access. Create device groups to connect to multiple systems at once, or join as a view-only client when the device is already in use. The app reconnects automatically and returns you to your last screen. β€”β€”β€” DEVICE STATUS β€”β€”β€” At a glance, see the IP address, active channel count, current operating mode, configuration, and active function blocks. Monitor storing module status, CAN and XCP output activity, and access detailed diagnostic logs. β€”β€”β€” DEVICE CONFIGURATION β€”β€”β€” Adjust sampling rates, channel ranges, and measurement types. Add, remove, or configure function blocks including storing, CAN output, XCP output, AO output, formula math, and basic statistics. Use the table view for fast channel scanning. Save configurations in .dms format and start device operation directly from the app. β€”β€”β€” LIVE DATA VISUALIZATION β€”β€”β€” Build custom display screens using a full suite of widgets: Digital Meter β€” live values with min, max, and average Analog Meter β€” gauge-style display for quick readings Recorder Graph β€” zoom, pause, and multi-axis waveform view FFT Widget β€” spectral analysis in the frequency domain Bar Widget β€” comparative bar indicators LED Alarm β€” visual and audio alerts Map Widget β€” smooth GNSS-based spatial visualization Button Widget β€” trigger operations directly from the live view Layouts adapt to portrait and landscape, and are saved to the device so they persist every time you reconnect. β€”β€”β€” COMPATIBLE DEVICES β€”β€”β€” Works with all Dewesoft openDAQ-compliant systems: - OBSIDIAN (R8, R8w, R12) - IOLITE X - SIRIUS X - SIRIUS XHS - Third-party openDAQ-compatible devices Requires firmware version 2025.3 or later.

About

Bend Calculator

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Sheet Metal Bend Calculator is a focused utility for press-brake and sheet-metal layout work. Calculate the values fabricators use every day: - Bend Allowance (BA) - Bend Deduction (BD) - Outside Setback (OSSB) - Flat Length - K-Factor - Single-bend and multi-bend parts The app makes angle and dimension conventions explicit. Choose bend angle or included angle, then calculate flat length from tangent-straight dimensions or outside mold-line dimensions without mixing assumptions. Built for practical shop calculations: - Decimal inch and metric units - Editable K-factor - K-factor solver from measured bend data - Material/tooling presets - Saved calculation history - Text share for quick checks - Pro CSV/PDF exports for shop summaries - iCloud sync with local fallback Free includes ads and practical limits. Pro removes ads and the daily calculation limit, and unlocks expanded history, presets, multi-bend parts, and export workflows. Pro is available two ways: a one-time purchase that is yours for good, or a weekly subscription that renews until you cancel. Both unlock exactly the same features. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and can be managed or cancelled in your App Store account settings. Important: bend results depend on material, tooling, grain direction, bend method, and shop practice. Use this app as an engineering aid and verify results against your own shop data before production. Terms of Use: https://signet.co.jp/sheet-metal-bend-calculator/terms Privacy Policy: https://signet.co.jp/sheet-metal-bend-calculator/privacy

Screenshots

DewesoftM4 screens
Bend Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DewesoftM at none against Bend Calculator's shown. DewesoftM also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
DewesoftM versus Bend Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDewesoftMBend Calculator
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksβ€”
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size150 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDEWESoftSignet LLC

In-app purchases

None

DewesoftM

No in-app purchases

None

Bend Calculator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DewesoftM free?
DewesoftM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bend Calculator free?
Bend Calculator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DewesoftM or Bend Calculator have ads?
Bend Calculator shows ads; DewesoftM does not.

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