Comparison

Code Snap vs RIDGID View

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

Head to head
About

Code Snap

Access essential plumbing code data and calculations on the go. This app provides quick access to UPC & IPC tables, water line sizing, and fitting take-offs, streamlining fieldwork for plumbing professionals.

Highlights
  • UPC & IPC code tables
  • Water line sizing calculator
  • DWV & H2O fitting take-offs
  • Interactive results
  • Color-coded data
  • Field-optimized interface
  • Share code and take-off values
Features
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An all-in-one plumbing reference built for professionals who need fast, reliable code data on the job. Code Snap combines UPC & IPC tables, fitting take-offs, and water line sizing into a single streamlined app designed for real-world use in the field. Quickly access the plumbing data you rely on without digging through books or PDFs. Whether you’re sizing pipe, laying out a system, or verifying clearances, Code Snap provides practical, jobsite-ready reference you can trust. Subscriptions Code Snap offers multiple subscription options, including individual feature access or a single subscription that unlocks all tools. Available options include: • UPC & IPC – Core plumbing tables, data, and code references • Main Line – UPC & IPC water line sizing calculator • Fitting Take Off – DWV & H2O fitting take-off dimensions • Unlock All – Access to all Code Snap features A subscription is required to unlock full access to app content. Features • Quick access to core plumbing tables • Toggle instantly between UPC & IPC • Water main and branch sizing calculations • DWV and H2O fitting take-offs • Interactive instant results • Color-coded per national standards • Editable take-off values • One-handed, field-optimized interface • Share code and take off values What’s Included • Waste, water, and hot water tank sizing • Grease interceptor sizing • Meter, main, vent, and trap arm sizing • Pipe bracing requirements • Fuel gas BTU loads and pipe sizing • Medical gas sizing, codes, and pressures (UPC only) • Roof drain sizing (UPC only) • ADA restroom diagrams and requirements • Interactive wet venting diagrams (vertical and horizontal) Fitting Libraries • No-Hub Cast Iron • ABS & PVC Plastic • Pro-Press Copper • DWV Sweat fittings • H2O Sweat fittings • 90s, 45s, tees, flanges, wyes, combination fittings, fixture crosses, and more Important Note Code Snap is an independent reference tool created for plumbers and plumbing professionals, based on publicly available data and established code principles. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by IAPMO, ICC, or any regulatory authority. Always verify requirements with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for your project. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RIDGID View

This app provides a live second-screen display for the RIDGID micro CA-330 inspection camera. It allows users to record video, capture images, and review media directly from the inspection camera. Content can be easily shared via email or messaging.

Highlights
  • Live second-screen display
  • Video recording
  • Image capture
  • Media review
  • Quick media sharing
Features
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RIDGID View works exclusively with RIDGID’s micro CA-330 inspection camera. Once connected to the CA-330’s Wi-Fi hotspot, RIDGID View will provide a live “second-screen” display of the inspection. It can record video, capture images and review existing media on the CA-330 inspection camera. RIDGID View also allows quick sharing of pictures and video with others by email or messaging.

Screenshots

Code Snap4 screens
RIDGID View2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Code Snap at 4.7 against RIDGID View's 3.5. Code Snap also leads on ratings volume (231 vs 4) and review sentiment (87% vs 67%). RIDGID View's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads 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. Code Snap sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RIDGID View asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Code Snap holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Snap has 231 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Code Snap's written reviews are positive against 67% of RIDGID View's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Snap ships an update every 2 months, RIDGID View every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Code Snap versus RIDGID View: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode SnapRIDGID View
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (231 ratings) — better3.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings231 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagnitude LLCRIDGID Software Solutions

Customer experience

Code Snap

All ratings231 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.3%

RIDGID View

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Code Snap

Subscriptions12
  • Monthly Access$0.991 Month
  • Monthly Access$2.991 Month
  • Main Line Sizing$8.991 Year
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  • Monthly Access2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Main Line Sizing$9.991 Year
  • UPC / IPC Tables$14.991 Year
  • Monthly Access2 variants$14.991 Month
  • Fitting Take Offs$14.991 Year
  • UPC / IPC Tables$19.991 Year
  • Fitting Take Offs$19.991 Year
  • All Plumbing Tools$29.991 Year
  • All Plumbing Tools$39.991 Year
None

RIDGID View

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code Snap free?
Code Snap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RIDGID View free?
RIDGID View is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Code Snap or RIDGID View?
Code Snap is rated higher. Code Snap averages 4.7 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while RIDGID View averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Code Snap or RIDGID View have ads?
Neither Code Snap nor RIDGID View shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Snap or RIDGID View?
Code Snap ships an update every 2 months, and RIDGID View every 4 months. Most recently, Code Snap was updated on October 14, 2026 and RIDGID View on October 4, 2026.

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