Comparison

WilderGuide vs NEC Box Fill Calc

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

Head to head
About

WilderGuide

This app provides offline access to survival guides, maps, and information feeds. It allows users to create and track personal guides, save locations on maps, and share information quickly. Designed for preparedness and organization, it works without an internet connection after initial setup.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step offline guides
  • Offline maps with custom locations
  • Live information feeds
  • Guided execution mode
  • Personal guide creation
  • Progress tracking
Features
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WilderGuide is a structured offline field manual designed to help you stay prepared, organized, and informed wherever you are. It brings together step-by-step guides, offline maps, real-time information feeds, and personal tools into one unified experience focused on clarity and usability. STEP-BY-STEP GUIDES Access a curated library of practical guides organized into clear categories. Each guide is broken into structured steps with materials, notes, and progress tracking—so you can follow along easily and stay organized. OFFLINE MAPS Download regional map packs and access them without internet. Save custom locations, label important spots, and navigate confidently even when connectivity is limited. LIVE INFORMATION FEEDS Stay updated with global events through integrated feeds from trusted sources. Location-aware filtering highlights relevant updates near you. GUIDED EXECUTION MODE Follow guides in a focused, step-by-step format with clear navigation, timers where needed, and completion tracking. PERSONAL LIBRARY Save guides, track your progress, and build your own custom collections. Create your own step-by-step guides with notes, materials, and media—all stored locally on your device. QUICK SHARE Easily share your current location or important information with a trusted contact when needed. OFFLINE-FIRST DESIGN Your data stays on your device. Core features—including guides, maps, saved items, and notes—work without internet after initial setup. KEY FEATURES • Structured step-by-step guides  • Offline maps with custom markers  • Real-time global information feeds  • Personal guide creation and organization  • Progress tracking and completion system  • Local storage with backup and restore options DESIGNED FOR Travelers, outdoor users, planners, and anyone who values preparation, organization, and reliable access to information. WilderGuide helps you stay ready, informed, and in control—wherever you go.

About

NEC Box Fill Calc

Features
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NEC Box Fill Calc gives electricians a complete NEC 314.16(B) single-box field check at no charge. When a job spans multiple boxes, the existing Rough-In Schedule keeps labels and corrections together for a shareable handoff. Free field check: - Add conductors by gauge from 18 AWG through 6 AWG - Count grounding conductors, internal clamps, support fittings, and devices correctly - See total fill, pass/fail status, line-by-line breakdown, and the smallest listed standard box that fits - Switch between 20 standard box sizes or enter a custom marked volume - Work fully offline with no account, ads, or subscription Unlock the Rough-In Box Schedule once to: - Name the current project and label each box or room - Collect up to 30 completed box checks on device - See project totals for passing and overfilled boxes - Put every required correction first, including overage, current box, and recommended replacement - Reload any scheduled check into the free calculator - Share or export one complete plain-text schedule - Restore lifetime access on another device Built for electricians, apprentices, and foremen who want to avoid repulls, box swaps, and inspection-day surprises. Important: - Always verify the enclosure's marked volume and local requirements on site. - This app is a practical field aid, not a substitute for code judgment or inspection approval.

Screenshots

WilderGuide4 screens
NEC Box Fill Calc3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WilderGuide at none against NEC Box Fill Calc's 1. WilderGuide also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). NEC Box Fill Calc's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. NEC Box Fill Calc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WilderGuide asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WilderGuide ships an update fortnightly, NEC Box Fill Calc monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WilderGuide versus NEC Box Fill Calc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWilderGuideNEC Box Fill Calc
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKheniTech光 杨

In-app purchases

None

WilderGuide

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NEC Box Fill Calc

One-time1
  • Inspection Cards Lifetime Unlock$7.99

Questions

Is WilderGuide free?
WilderGuide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NEC Box Fill Calc free?
NEC Box Fill Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WilderGuide or NEC Box Fill Calc have ads?
WilderGuide shows ads; NEC Box Fill Calc does not.
Which is updated more often, WilderGuide or NEC Box Fill Calc?
WilderGuide ships an update fortnightly, and NEC Box Fill Calc monthly. Most recently, WilderGuide was updated on October 12, 2026 and NEC Box Fill Calc on October 19, 2026.

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