Comparison

MEP Calc vs PocketMEP

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

Head to head
About

MEP Calc

Features
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MEP Calc brings mechanical installation calculations and reference tools together for HVAC and fire protection engineers. CALCULATION TOOLS Fire Protection • Sprinkler selection using supported NFPA 13, EN 12845 and FM Global criteria • Compare available sprinkler alternatives and use the selected option in the system overview and PDF report • Fire pump equipment sizing, NPSH, clean agent and foam calculations • Dry system compressor, test and drain valve tools • Sprinkler, fire protection and installation reference tables Heating and Cooling • Pipe sizing, circulation pumps and pump head • Expansion tanks, radiators and underfloor heating • Collectors, balance tanks, buffer tanks and cooling towers • Pipe volume and insulation calculations Ventilation and Air Conditioning • Duct sizing and pressure loss • Air handling and psychrometric calculations • Fan and diffuser tools • Pool dehumidification Plumbing, Natural Gas, Compressed Air and Steam • Cold water, wastewater, hot water and booster pump calculations • Gas pipe sizing, pressure drop, regulators and meters • Compressed air pipes, compressors and air receivers • Steam and condensate pipes, boilers and steam traps KEY FEATURES • Five languages: English, Turkish, Arabic, French and Spanish • SI and IP unit systems • Calculation results and reference data in one app • PDF reports for saving and sharing results with Pro • Unit converter and favorites for frequently used tools • iPhone and iPad support • Calculations work offline; purchasing, restoring and refreshing subscription access require an internet connection PRO ACCESS Free tools are available alongside Pro modules. Crown-marked calculations and selected reference tools across multiple categories require an active Pro subscription. PDF export and sharing also require Pro. Not every tool outside the fire protection category is free. MEP Calc currently offers a yearly auto-renewable Pro subscription. New subscriptions have no free trial in any country. The local price and purchase terms are shown before confirmation. Restore Purchases is available in the app. Payment is charged to your Apple Account upon purchase confirmation. The subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your Apple Account subscription settings. ENGINEERING USE Results depend on the entered data, supported calculation methods and stated limits. These tools assist engineering work; they do not replace project-specific hydraulic design, product listings, applicable local requirements or review by a qualified professional. Privacy Policy: https://fatihselvi1905-bit.github.io/mekaniktesisat-privacy-en/ Terms of Use: https://fatihselvi1905-bit.github.io/mekaniktesisat-terms-en/

About

PocketMEP

Features
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Pocket MEP is a field-ready engineering tool for building services professionals. Run calculations, manage projects and rooms, track tasks, and reference standards — all from your phone, with no internet required. Built for mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers working on UK construction projects. CALCULATORS 12 engineering calculators covering ventilation, electrical, duct sizing, pipe sizing, heating, cooling, and psychrometrics. Every formula verified against CIBSE, BS, and ASHRAE standards. PROJECTS & ROOMS Create projects, add rooms with space types, and let the app auto-fill sensible defaults. Your room data flows directly into calculators — no manual re-entry. TASKS & NOTES Track site tasks with priorities and due dates. Write site notes, punch lists, and visit records. Natural language quick-add: just type "Fix AHU !p1 due:tomorrow". REFERENCE CARDS Quick-access reference data for voltage drop checks, duct velocities, pipe sizing, commissioning checklists, and more. EQUIPMENT LIBRARY Store and search equipment specs from site visits and datasheets. 100% LOCAL All your data stays on your device. No account required. No cloud. No tracking. Made by Gridmark Technologies Ltd.

Screenshots

MEP Calc4 screens
PocketMEP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PocketMEP at none against MEP Calc's 5. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MEP Calc sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. PocketMEP asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
MEP Calc versus PocketMEP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMEP CalcPocketMEP
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmet SelviEdward Wright

In-app purchases

5 purchases

MEP Calc

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Monthly - Intro Support$6.991 Month
  • MEP Calc Pro (Monthly)$12.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly - Intro Support$24.991 Year
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  • MEP Calc Pro (Yearly)$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • MEP Calc Pro Lifetime$69.99
None

PocketMEP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MEP Calc free?
MEP Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PocketMEP free?
PocketMEP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MEP Calc or PocketMEP have ads?
Neither MEP Calc nor PocketMEP shows ads.

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