Simubus vs ElectricianPro NEC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simubus
This app provides a safe and practical virtual environment for learning and practicing electrical wiring and circuit design. It offers realistic simulations of industrial and residential circuits, a comprehensive component library, and diagnostic tools to help users master electrical principles and prepare for exams.
- Industrial & Home Circuit Simulation
- Safe Low-Voltage Exercises
- Step-by-Step Wiring Guidance
- Comprehensive Component Library
- Electrical Encyclopedia & Symbol Reference
- Circuit Analysis & Diagnostics
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Master Electrical Wiring Anytime, Anywhere! Safe, Practical, and Efficient. Simubus is a professional electrical wiring simulator designed for electricians, apprentices, students, and electrical professionals. Practice wiring, simulate circuits, and learn electrical principles without any risk. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning industrial circuits, or exploring residential wiring, Simubus provides a virtual lab to improve skills, save time, and boost exam success rates. Why Choose Simubus? Traditional hands-on practice can be costly, dangerous, and time-consuming. Simubus brings you a safe, convenient, and realistic virtual environment to learn electrical wiring and circuit design. Key Benefits: - Industrial & Home Circuit Simulation — Build and practice residential, industrial, and control circuits without physical tools. - Safe Low-Voltage Exercises — Simulate live wires, voltage, current, and motors without hazards. - Step-by-Step Wiring Guidance — Learn wiring techniques, component functions, and connection principles. - Comprehensive Component Library — Switches, relays, contactors, timers, motors, sensors, transformers, and more. - Electrical Encyclopedia & Symbol Reference — Understand NO/NC contacts, coils, interlocks, latching circuits, and other components. - Circuit Analysis & Diagnostics — Check voltage, current, load, perform fault detection, and optimize circuit design. Who Can Benefit? - Electricians preparing for certification exams (journeyman or master level). - Apprentices or students studying electrical engineering. - Professionals learning industrial control panels or residential wiring. - Anyone wanting to practice wiring, design circuits, and learn electrical safety. Practice Opportunities: - Residential lighting, control circuits, and industrial power systems. - AC motors, three-phase motors, starters, relays, and timer relays. - Fault analysis, voltage & current calculations, and troubleshooting. - Automation and PLC circuit simulations. Core Features: - Electrical Circuit Simulator & Wiring Practice — Realistic simulation of components and circuits. - Industrial Wiring & Control Panel Simulation — Practice contactors, relays, and interlocking circuits. - Circuit Learning & Interactive Quizzes — Test your knowledge and improve practical skills. - Virtual Electrical Lab — Observe current, voltage, and power flow safely. - Component Encyclopedia — Learn all common electrical devices and symbols. - Circuit Analysis & Diagnostics — Detect faults, calculate loads, and optimize circuits. - Automation & Control Simulation — Explore PLCs, timers, and automated control systems. Learning Advantages: - Practice wiring safely without physical equipment, saving time and money. - Gain deep understanding of electricity, circuit safety, and industrial practices. - Prepare for exams or improve practical skills for residential and industrial applications. Supported Components: - Switches & Protection Devices: Switch, Socket, Fuse, MCB, MCCB, RCD, SPD. - Control & Automation Components: Contactor, Relay, Intermediate Relay, Timer Relay, Thermal Overload Relay, SSR. - Input & Signaling Devices: Push Button, Selector Switch, Indicator Lamp, Pilot Lamp, Limit Switch, Proximity Sensor, Float Switch, Solenoid Valve. - Motors & Power Devices: AC Motor, Three-Phase Motor, Motor Starter, Switching Power Supply, Control Transformer, Current Transformer, Energy Meter. ----【Subscription Information】---- Monthly Membership (Auto-Renewable) - Price: As shown in In-App Purchase - Payment: Charged to iTunes account upon purchase - Cancel: Turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before renewal in iTunes/Apple ID Settings - Renewal: iTunes account charged within 24 hours before period ends, extending subscription by one period Privacy Policy: https://simubus.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://simubus.com/terms.html Auto-Renewal Agreement: https://simubus.com/bill.html
ElectricianPro NEC
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ElectricianPro is the pocket toolbox for electricians working under the National Electrical Code (NEC). On iPhone and iPad. CIRCUIT SIMULATOR • Build circuits by tapping: 39 elements, each named in your language • 17 explained example circuits: residential, HVAC, commercial and industrial • Power and control split into labeled bands so you see what commands what • Start-stop with seal-in, reversing starter with interlock, lighting contactor • HVAC: thermostat, transformer, contactor, condensing unit • Three-way, four-way, relays, transformers, range, dryer, subpanels • Real simulation: voltages, currents, short circuits and protection trips • Siri and Shortcuts integration: ask it to open or simulate a circuit JOB ESTIMATES • Line item catalog with Florida reference prices and installation hours • Materials in detail: cable, boxes, receptacles, breakers, connectors • Labor split between journeyman and helper, plus overhead, profit and tax • Estimated time in hours and days based on your crew size • Everything editable: adjust every price to what your supplier charges you • Share the estimate as a PDF with your client NEC CALCULATORS • Dwelling load (NEC 220.82) and commercial load (NEC 220 Part III) • Panel, main breaker, feeder and recommended space selection • Ohm's Law, wire size with °C/°F, voltage drop with automatic conductor sizes • Motors (NEC 430), power/energy, conduit fill and box fill with a fits/doesn't-fit verdict • Unit converter (AWG to mm², feet to meters, HP to kW) • Presets for your frequent setups and history with PDF export JOB TOOLS • Inspection checklists (rough-in and final) with code references • Panel directory: fill in circuits and share the label as PDF (NEC 408.4) • Job notes with photos, organized by project CONDUIT BENDING • 90°, offset, 3-point and 4-point saddles for EMT/IMC/RMC, with videos LOW VOLTAGE AND COMMUNICATIONS • Illustrated NEC guide (Art. 725, 760, 770, 800-830 and more) with cable tables • Materials catalog with photos: what each one is and where it is allowed • HVAC thermostat wiring: every letter explained, plus a smart thermostat guide • RJ45 with color diagram, DMX512 addressing with a DIP switch simulator REFERENCE • Plan symbols (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, architectural) • Ampacity and motor tables, color codes • AI material identification from a photo (requires your own Anthropic API key) • NEC adoption status updates for Florida Everything works offline except the material scanner. Bilingual Spanish/English. NOTICE: ElectricianPro is an educational reference tool. It does not replace the judgment of a licensed electrician, the official printed code, or approval from the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Simubus at 15.0 against ElectricianPro NEC's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Simubus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.90 per month and ElectricianPro NEC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Simubus | ElectricianPro NEC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chongqing Shengniu Technology Co., Ltd | Dayron Pena Ciara |
In-app purchases
Simubus
- Monthly Pro Subscription$12.901 Month
- Yearly Pro Subscription$69.991 Year
- Lifetime$79.99
ElectricianPro NEC
- Journeyman Study$9.99
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