Comparison

Ductulator vs NESM Tools

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

Head to head
About

Ductulator

This app provides professional HVAC duct sizing and psychrometric calculations in a single tool. It offers detailed calculations for various duct types and materials, along with comprehensive humid air property analysis. Designed for HVAC professionals, it replaces traditional ductulators with accurate digital functionality.

Highlights
  • Duct sizing for round, rectangular, and flexible ducts
  • Fittings pressure drop calculation
  • Psychrometric analysis with interactive chart
  • Supports Imperial and Metric units
  • Pre-configured velocity limits for application types
  • Real-time validation warnings
Features
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Professional HVAC duct sizing and psychrometric calculations in one powerful app. DuctCalc replaces your physical ductulator with a modern, accurate digital tool trusted by engineers, contractors, and HVAC professionals. DUCT SIZING CALCULATOR Size round, rectangular, and flexible ductwork with ASHRAE-compliant calculations: • Forward Mode: Enter CFM airflow → Get multiple duct size options with velocity, friction loss, and pressure drop for each • Reverse Mode: Select a duct size → See CFM capacity at minimum, ideal, and maximum velocities Supports 6 duct materials: - Galvanized Steel - Flex Duct (extended & compressed) - Duct Board - Fiberglass Lined - PVC/Plastic FITTINGS & PRESSURE DROP Calculate total equivalent length and pressure loss with 10+ standard fittings: - 90° and 45° Elbows (smooth, 3-piece, mitered) - Tees (branch and straight-through) - Reducers and Transitions - Takeoffs (90° and 45°) - Register Boots PSYCHROMETRIC CALCULATOR Complete humid air property analysis with interactive chart: • 4 Input Modes: Dry bulb + wet bulb, relative humidity, dew point, or humidity ratio • Calculates: Enthalpy, specific volume, vapor pressure, saturation pressure, degree of saturation • Altitude correction for non-standard atmospheric pressure • Visual psychrometric chart showing current state point APPLICATION TYPES Pre-configured velocity limits per ASHRAE/ACCA guidelines: - Residential Supply (400-1000 FPM) - Residential Return (300-800 FPM) - Commercial Low Velocity (600-1500 FPM) - Commercial High Velocity (1000-2500 FPM) PROFESSIONAL FEATURES Imperial (I-P) and Metric (SI) units Airflow in CFM, m³/h, or L/s Color-coded status indicators Real-time validation warnings Built-in reference documentation Standard duct size tables (ASHRAE/SMACNA) WHY DUCTCALC? Unlike other apps that only size ducts OR calculate psychrometrics, DuctCalc combines both essential HVAC tools. No more switching between apps. Professional-grade accuracy in your pocket. Perfect for: • HVAC Engineers • Mechanical Contractors • MEP Design Firms • HVAC Technicians • Building Inspectors • Engineering Students Download DuctCalc and replace your old ductulator with the modern HVAC calculator trusted by professionals. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r9oCuYYtQZlKWhZTlrP8Ck73V6NoR8lx82027oWszsA/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Service: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MAY_7_uIVMnf4QYSpeaaSaSV7cm3-TJApqYVLfTHQ7w/edit?usp=sharing

About

NESM Tools

Features
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This app is a collection of tools used to Ductwork Installers

Screenshots

Ductulator4 screens
NESM Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NESM Tools at none against Ductulator's 2. NESM Tools also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ductulator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NESM Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ductulator ships an update every 8 months, NESM Tools every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Ductulator versus NESM Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuctulatorNESM Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMikhail NikitinCraig Danby

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Ductulator

Subscriptions2
  • premium$4.991 Month
  • premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

NESM Tools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ductulator free?
Ductulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NESM Tools free?
NESM Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ductulator or NESM Tools have ads?
Neither Ductulator nor NESM Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ductulator or NESM Tools?
Ductulator ships an update every 8 months, and NESM Tools every 3 weeks. Most recently, Ductulator was updated on October 24, 2026 and NESM Tools on October 24, 2026.

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