Built Simple vs TradeSet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Built Simple
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BuiltSimple is designed to help small construction firms manage projects, teams, and tight deadlines, without the stress. Our AI-powered construction management software streamlines task assignments, automates reminders, and ensures accountability with role-based project access. Stay on track, reduce costly delays, and compete with the big players, all from one cloud-based platform.
TradeSet
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TradeSet is the on-site calculator for builders and contractors. Work out stairs, roof pitch, and concrete in seconds — even offline. Check stairs against NCC before you cut stringers. Get roof pitch and rafter length. PDF the result to a builder or supplier. TradeSet puts trade-specific calculators on your phone so you can solve common site problems without switching apps or waiting for reception. • Stairs — rise, going, stringer, and NCC compliance (Pro) • Roof pitch and rafter length • Concrete volume • Pythagoras, check square, conversions, bricks, and more Every run is saved in History. After a stairs or concrete takeoff you can save it to a job. You do not need an account to calculate. Pro unlocks NCC stair compliance, unlimited PDF exports, and saved takeoffs. Terms of Use (EULA): https://tradeset.com.au/terms Privacy Policy: https://tradeset.com.au/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Built Simple at none against TradeSet's 2. TradeSet's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. TradeSet sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Built Simple asks for nothing beyond the download.
Built Simple ships an update every 2 weeks, TradeSet every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Built Simple | TradeSet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | builtsimple | David Sudar |
In-app purchases
Built Simple
No in-app purchases
TradeSet
- TradeSet Pro – Monthly$7.991 Month
- TradeSet Pro - Annual$59.991 Year
