Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer vs PlateOptimize
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer
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Visualize and analyze hydraulic network models on your iPhone and iPad. HydroViewer brings the power of EPANET simulation to mobile devices for water engineers and utility professionals. Features: • Import .inp files from Files app, email, or AirDrop • Interactive network visualization with zoom and pan • Run full EPANET 2.0 hydraulic simulations • View detailed results for nodes, pipes, pumps, valves, and tanks • Tap any element to see properties and calculated values • Supports both English and Spanish • Works offline - no internet required
PlateOptimize
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"PlateOptimize uses topology optimization (SIMP method) to design efficient steel base plates for structural columns. Input your column dimensions, plate size, bolt layout, and loading — get an optimized plate thickness profile with a visual density map. Export results as DXF for CAD integration."
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlateOptimize at none against Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer's 1. Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlateOptimize asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer | PlateOptimize |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Transparent Blue Water LLC | SHIVAM GAIND |
In-app purchases
Pipe Hydraulic Network Viewer
- HydroViewer Pro$2.99
PlateOptimize
No in-app purchases
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