Comparison

Part Mind vs Gerber Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Part Mind

Features
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This specialized app is for people who work with radio and electronic components in the real world: radio enthusiasts, engineers, equipment restorers, and collectors. It helps you organize parts stored in drawers, boxes, and bins, turning them into a precise personal archive with a clear structure and a history for each item. Here, each component is recorded as a separate physical object, not just an abstract entry. You create a part record, add a photo, specify key parameters, form factor, and type, and note the item’s actual condition and whether it is suitable for use or restoration. When needed, you can capture its provenance: where the part came from, which device it was removed from, when it was removed, and how it ended up with you. This approach is especially useful when dismantling old equipment, sorting finds, preparing spares for repairs, or building a database for future projects. The app feels like a digital parts drawer, where every item has engineering value and context. You can quickly find what you need by name, parameters, or tags, and see where it is stored, how many units you have, and what condition they are in. This reduces clutter, saves time, and helps you avoid buying parts you already have on hand. To keep storage accurate, the app includes fields for location, quantity, and status, so your archive reflects reality, not just theory. You can track new additions, mark parts for refurbishment, separate working components from questionable ones, and view overall statistics by component type and condition. Over time, your archive becomes a reliable database for builds, repairs, and reuse, where you can rely on precise data rather than memory. If you are used to working with your hands and value order in your tools and spare parts, this app will help you organize your inventory and preserve knowledge about each component in a convenient digital format.

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Gerber Viewer

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The Ultimate Mobile PCB & Gerber File Inspector. Whether you are a hardware engineer, an electronics hobbyist, or a manufacturer, Gerber Viewer provides a desktop-grade experience for opening, inspecting, and verifying your printed circuit board designs directly on your iPhone or iPad. No need to wait until you are at your computer. Open both native CAD PCB layouts and manufacturing Gerber files instantly from your email, cloud storage, or local files. Key Features: Instant ZIP Archive Support: Simply open a .zip bundle of your design! The app automatically decompresses the archive and intelligently matches all layers for you. Advanced Layer Management: Toggle specific layers on and off effortlessly. Isolate copper traces, solder masks, silkscreen layers, and board outlines. Precise Measurement Tools: Check clearances, pad distances, and trace widths on the go with high-precision measurement tools. Smooth Render Engine: Built for speed. Experience fluid zooming, panning, and rendering of complex, high-density multi-layer boards without lag. Secure & Offline: Your designs are safe. All file rendering happens locally on your device, keeping your intellectual property completely secure and accessible offline. Comprehensive File Support: Our robust engine is designed to recognize and render all standard EDA exports automatically: Gerber Files (PCB Layer Artwork): General Gerber: .gbr, .ger Copper Layers: .gtl, .gbl, .cmp, .sol Silkscreen Layers: .gto, .gbo, .plc, .pls Soldermask Layers: .gts, .gbs, .stc, .sts, .st, .sb Board Outline / Keep-out: .gko, .gm1, .gm2, .gml, .profile, .outline, .cut, .out Layer Aliases: .top, .bottom, .bot, .ts, .bs Excellon Drill Files (CNC Holes): Supports: .drl, .txt, .xln, .tap, .drd, .drill, .pth, .npth Gerber ZIP Archives: Direct import of .zip files containing any of the Gerber and Drill files listed above with automatic layer matching! Premium Subscriptions & Plans: Unlock the full power of Gerber Viewer with our flexible premium plans designed to fit your production and engineering workflow. Choose the plan that best suits your needs: Weekly Subscription: $2.99 / week β€” Perfect for quick project checks and short-term manufacturing reviews. Monthly Subscription: $4.99 / month β€” Ideal for active hardware developers and engineering students. Yearly Subscription: $19.99 / year β€” Best value for professionals, offering full year-round access at a massive discount. Note: Payments will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID Account Settings at any time after purchase. Legal & Privacy: Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/gerber-terms/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/gerber-policies/home

Screenshots

Part Mind2 screens
Gerber Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Part Mind at none against Gerber Viewer's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Gerber Viewer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Part Mind asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Part Mind versus Gerber Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPart MindGerber Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size43 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSean KellyCODIGITAL SOLUTIONS

In-app purchases

None

Part Mind

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gerber Viewer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Access$2.997 Days
  • Pro Access$4.991 Month
  • Pro Access$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Part Mind free?
Part Mind is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gerber Viewer free?
Gerber Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Part Mind or Gerber Viewer have ads?
Neither Part Mind nor Gerber Viewer shows ads.

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