Comparison

Branch Pipe Layout vs Rius Cocina

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

Head to head
About

Branch Pipe Layout

This tool generates precise flat patterns for various pipe and branch connections, including pipe-to-pipe, pipe-to-cone, and truncated cylinders. It simplifies complex fabrication layouts for engineers and fabricators.

Highlights
  • Flat pattern layouts for pipe intersections
  • Pipe to pipe connections (equal/unequal diameter, offset)
  • Pipe or nozzle to cone intersections
  • Standard shell or pipe layouts
  • Truncated pipes/cylinders (angled, radius)
  • Customizable segment divisions
Features
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The Branch Pipe Layout App is a specialized tool designed for fabricators, piping engineers, and designers involved in developing flat patterns for branch connections in piping systems. It simplifies the process of generating accurate fabrication layouts for intersections between pipes, nozzles, and cones. Key Features and Capabilities: This app helps you create flat pattern layouts for: - Pipe to Pipe Intersections at 90° with equal or unequal diameters, with or without offset. - Pipe or Nozzle to Cone Intersections at 90° or with parallel axes. - Standard Shell or Pipe Layouts with customizable height and diameter inputs. - Pipes or Cylinders Truncated at an Angle (top, bottom, or both sides). - Pipes or Cylinders Truncated with a Radius at the top. The app provides the unfolded (flat) dimensions of the intersecting parts—such as flat plate width and length—and allows layouts to be divided into 12, 24, 36, 48, 96 parts, or a custom number of segments based on user input. Layout Types Included: - Pipe/Shell Layout: Calculates flat layout for cylindrical shells using diameter and height inputs. Supports user-defined part and level divisions. - Pipe/Cylinder Truncated at Top: Flat pattern for cylinders cut at an angle at the top. Inputs: diameter, large side height, and small side height. - Pipe/Cylinder Truncated Top & Bottom: Layout for pipes cut at an angle on both ends. Inputs include diameter, center height, and both top and bottom side angles. - Pipe/Cylinder Truncated with Radius at Top: For pipes cut with a curved top profile. Inputs: diameter, center height, and radius. - Pipe-to-Pipe Intersection (Equal Diameter, 90°): Layout for equal diameter pipes intersecting at a right angle. Input includes diameters and center distance. - Pipe-to-Pipe Intersection (Unequal Diameter, Offset, 90°): For intersections with different pipe diameters and offset centerlines. Inputs: diameters, center distance, and offset. - Pipe/Nozzle to Cone Intersection (90°): Calculates layout for intersections between cones and pipes/nozzles at right angles. Inputs: cone large/small diameters, cone height, pipe diameter, height from base, and center distance. Pipe/Nozzle to Cone with Parallel Axis: For offset connections between cones and nozzles/pipes with parallel axes. Requires similar inputs as above. Additional Recommendations: For optimal accuracy, it is recommended to use the mean diameter when performing layout calculations. Who Can Benefit: This app is an essential tool for professionals involved in the fabrication of piping spools, pressure vessels, pipelines, and other process equipment. It is particularly useful for: - Piping Engineers - Fabrication & Production Engineers - Pipe Fitters and Layout Fitters - Quality & Costing Engineers - Design & AutoCAD Engineers - Estimators and Draftsmen In app purchase included : Life time Privacy policy : https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/privacy-policy-subscription/ Terms and condition :https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/terms-and-condition/

About

Rius Cocina

Design custom kitchens quickly and intuitively with a professional tool. Configure cabinets, appliances, and layouts in 2D and 3D, with precise dimensions and smart adjustments. Ideal for professionals and homeowners planning renovations or manufacturing.

Highlights
  • 2D and 3D kitchen design
  • Configurable cabinets and appliances
  • Precise dimension setting
  • Fast drag-and-drop layout creation
  • Smart space detection
  • Save and manage multiple projects
  • Export project documentation
Features
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Rius Kitchen is a professional tool for designing custom kitchens quickly, visually, and intuitively. Create personalized projects by configuring base cabinets, wall cabinets, tall units, appliances, range hoods, sinks, and complete kitchen layouts with real dimensions. Designed for both furniture professionals and homeowners who want to plan their kitchen before manufacturing or renovating it. Key Features • Design kitchens in both 2D and 3D views. • Configure base cabinets, wall cabinets, and tall units. • Add ovens, range hoods, sinks, and other kitchen elements. • Set precise dimensions for every module. • Fast layout creation with drag-and-drop positioning. • Smart space detection and automatic adjustment. • Save and manage multiple projects. • Export images and project documentation for clients. • Optimized interface for iPhone and iPad. • Simple, fast, and easy to use, with no technical knowledge required. Whether you are a carpenter, interior designer, kitchen retailer, renovator, or homeowner, Ri

Screenshots

Branch Pipe Layout4 screens
Rius Cocina4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Branch Pipe Layout at Free against Rius Cocina's $2.99. Branch Pipe Layout also leads on rating (2.5 vs 1.0) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). Rius Cocina's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ratings volume, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Branch Pipe Layout is free to download; Rius Cocina costs $2.99 up front. Branch Pipe Layout sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rius Cocina asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Branch Pipe Layout holds the better App Store score, 2.5 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Branch Pipe Layout versus Rius Cocina: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBranch Pipe LayoutRius Cocina
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating2.5 (2 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShital GorasiyaMANEL RIUS CANADAS

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Branch Pipe Layout

One-time1
  • Lifetime Purchase$5.99
None

Rius Cocina

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Branch Pipe Layout free?
Branch Pipe Layout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rius Cocina free?
Rius Cocina costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Branch Pipe Layout or Rius Cocina?
Branch Pipe Layout is rated higher. Branch Pipe Layout averages 2.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Rius Cocina averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Branch Pipe Layout or Rius Cocina have ads?
Neither Branch Pipe Layout nor Rius Cocina shows ads.

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