PipeDN vs PlumbCalc Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
PipeDN
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Need to determine the pipe size for a new industrial project? Want to check the maximum recommended flow rate for an existing fluid line? PipeDN is the ultimate pocket tool for industry professionals. Quickly find the ideal Nominal Diameter (DN) or maximum operating flow rate using velocity limits based on practical, field-tested engineering standards. Beyond delivering the exact requirement, the app generates a smart reference table of neighboring commercial pipe sizes (larger and smaller). This gives you the comprehensive technical data to choose the best design alternative for your facility. Highlighted Features: ⢠Calculation Modules: "Find Ideal DN" and "Find Max Flow". ⢠Native support for multiple pipe materials and schedules. ⢠Professional PDF Reports: Export a detailed calculation memory directly to PDF. Include specific pipeline TAGs for customized, ready-to-archive engineering results. ⢠Custom Units: Fully adapt pressure, temperature, flow rate, and diameter unit sets to match your region's standard. ⢠Embedded Physical Tables: The Steam module features built-in thermodynamic properties for precise dynamic density tracking. Supported Fluids & Applications: ⢠Water & Condensate: Treated Water, Condensate (Pump Discharge, Pump Suction, Steam Trap Return). ⢠Steam: Advanced sizing targeting Saturated Steam and Superheated Steam lines. ⢠Process Gases: Combustion Air, Flammable & Non-Flammable Gases, Nā, Oā, LPG. ⢠Compressed Air: Limits tailored for Main Lines and Secondary Branches. ⢠Vacuum Systems (Manifolds, Separators, Blowers). ⢠Pulp & Paper Industry Niche: Exclusive calculation module for Cellulose Pulp responding to various consistency levels (up to 6%), as well as comprehensive chemical recovery liquors (Black Liquor in 4 concentrations, Green Liquor, Lime Mud, Dregs, Filtrate, Alkalis, and Tall Oil Soap). ⢠Common Chemicals: Sodium Hydroxide, Sulphuric Acid, Antifoams, and Lubricating Oils. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
PlumbCalc Pro
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PlumbCalc Pro is the essential pipe sizing and plumbing calculation tool for plumbers, engineers, and contractors. Perform code-compliant calculations for water supply, drainage, gas pipe, and more ā all from your iPhone. 12 PROFESSIONAL CALCULATORS ⢠Water Supply Sizing ā Size supply pipes using WSFU/Hunter's Curve per IPC Appendix E ⢠Drainage Pipe Sizing ā Calculate drain pipe sizes from DFU values per IPC Table 710.1 ⢠Water Heater Sizing ā Tank and tankless sizing with FHR method and BTU/kW calculations ⢠Gas Pipe Sizing ā Size gas piping from BTU loads per IFGC Table 402.4 ⢠Friction Loss ā Hazen-Williams pressure loss with velocity checks ⢠Drainage Slope ā Calculate fall and verify minimum slope compliance ⢠Backflow Prevention ā Size backflow assemblies per IPC 608 / UPC 603 ⢠Grease Trap Sizing ā PDI-G101 and UPC seat method calculations ⢠Stormwater Drainage ā Roof drain and leader sizing per IPC Chapter 11 ⢠Cost Estimator ā Material and fitting cost estimates with custom pricing ⢠Code Comparison ā Side-by-side IPC vs UPC results ⢠Fixture Reference ā Complete WSFU and DFU lookup tables KEY FEATURES ⢠IPC and UPC code support ⢠Imperial and metric unit systems ⢠Voice input for fixture counting ⢠Save calculations by job name and address ⢠PDF report generation with code references ⢠Calculation history with search ⢠Home screen widget ⢠Siri shortcuts ⢠Offline ā no internet required ⢠Designed for wet/gloved hands with large touch targets 3 calculators are free. Unlock all 12 with a monthly or yearly subscription. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ⢠PlumbCalc Pro Monthly: $9.99/month ⢠PlumbCalc Pro Yearly: $59.99/year ⢠Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase ⢠Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period ⢠Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period ⢠You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase Privacy Policy: https://elly2504.github.io/plumbcalc-legal/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://elly2504.github.io/plumbcalc-legal/terms-of-use.html EULA: https://elly2504.github.io/plumbcalc-legal/eula.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: PipeDN at 3 against PlumbCalc Pro's ā. PipeDN also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. PipeDN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and PlumbCalc Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | PipeDN | PlumbCalc Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | ā |
| Ads | No | ā |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better | ā |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AQUILES DE LIMA | Yusuf Can Samiloglu |
In-app purchases
PipeDN
- PipeDN Pro$7.991 Month
- PipeDN Pro$49.991 Year
- PipeDN Pro$79.99
PlumbCalc Pro
- PlumbCalc Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- PlumbCalc Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
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