Comparison

Code Snap vs Spartan Tool Vision

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

Spartan Tool Vision

This utility app enhances pipe inspection camera functionality with on-screen controls for rotation, zoom, and LED adjustment. It allows for adding text notes, audio narration, and capturing screenshots. Generate professional PDF reports with custom branding and share them instantly via email or social media.

Highlights
  • On-screen camera controls (rotate, zoom)
  • Adjustable LED intensity
  • Add text notes and audio narration
  • Take screenshots
  • PDF Report Builder with custom branding
  • Email and social media sharing
Features
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The Spartan Tool Vision app is designed to work with Spartan pipe inspection cameras. Spartan Tool Vision features a user-friendly interface to make your inspection jobs a breeze. Rotate and zoom your view with on-screen controls and one-touch reset for optimizing your view inside the pipe. Adjust the camera’s LED intensity with simple controls for better visibility. Easily add on-screen text notes, record audio voiceover narration for your video files, and take screenshots directly in the app. The new PDF Report Builder allows you to generate professional reports with photos and technician notes. Impress your customers and close the deal with a high-quality report you can customize to your business, complete at the job site, and email from the app in minutes. Share reports and videos by email and to the most frequently used social media platforms in seconds. To learn more about Spartan Tool inspection cameras and other great Spartan sewer and drain cleaning equipment, visit www.spartantool.com.

Screenshots

Code Snap4 screens
Spartan Tool Vision4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spartan Tool Vision at none against Code Snap's 8. Spartan Tool Vision also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Code Snap's advantage is ratings volume (231 vs 5). On price, update cadence, 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 8 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. Spartan Tool Vision asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spartan Tool Vision holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Snap has 231 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Code Snap ships an update every 2 months, Spartan Tool Vision every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Code Snap versus Spartan Tool Vision: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCode SnapSpartan Tool Vision
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (231 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings231 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB37 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMagnitude LLCSpartan Tool, L.L.C.

Customer experience

Code Snap

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

Spartan Tool Vision

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Code Snap

Subscriptions8
  • Main Line Sizing$8.991 Year
  • Main Line Sizing$9.991 Year
  • UPC / IPC Tables$14.991 Year
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  • 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

Spartan Tool Vision

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Code Snap free?
Code Snap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spartan Tool Vision free?
Spartan Tool Vision is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Code Snap or Spartan Tool Vision?
Spartan Tool Vision is rated higher. Code Snap averages 4.7 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while Spartan Tool Vision averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Code Snap or Spartan Tool Vision have ads?
Neither Code Snap nor Spartan Tool Vision shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Code Snap or Spartan Tool Vision?
Code Snap ships an update every 2 months, and Spartan Tool Vision every 3 months. Most recently, Code Snap was updated on November 1, 2026 and Spartan Tool Vision on November 3, 2026.

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