ToolPaK vs PV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ToolPaK
This utility app offers a collection of essential tools for your iOS device, including a flashlight, compass, spirit level, and measuring tools. It provides quick access to various functions for everyday needs.
- Flashlight
- VU meter
- Compass with 2 modes
- Spirit level with indicators
- Morse code transmitter
- Measuring tools (protractor, ruler)
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ToolPaK is a handy set of tools in an easy to access tool chest with everything you may need on your iOs device : flashlight, compass, spirit level, morse code transmitter, measuring tools … Don’t go anywhere without your ToolPaK :) FEATURES : ---------- - flashlight - VU meter - compass with 2 modes functions - spirit level with sound and light indicator - morse code transmitter using flashlight and 667Hz sound signal - measuring tools with an accurate protractor and ruler - iAd commercial banner can be disabled
PV
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PV Calc helps homeowners understand whether solar makes financial sense — before calling a single installer. Enter your location and home profile, and the app instantly estimates: • How much solar you need based on your actual electricity usage • Annual energy production from real PVGIS satellite data (EU JRC) • Installation cost after federal and Hawaii state tax credits • Payback time based on your current electricity tariff • Monthly financing options How it works Solar irradiance data is pulled live from the PVGIS v5.2 API (European Commission Joint Research Centre), covering worldwide locations. The app uses your home profile — bedrooms, cooling type, water heater, EVs, and pool — to estimate your consumption and recommend the right system size. Panel types : Choose Budget (300W), Standard (400W), or Premium (500W) panels to see how panel choice affects system size, roof area, and cost. Use PV Calc to compare system sizes, understand your payback timeline, and walk into installer meetings informed.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PV at none against ToolPaK's 1. ToolPaK's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.1). 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
Both are free to download. ToolPaK sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PV asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | ToolPaK | PV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Christophe Vichery | Lalani Werake |
In-app purchases
ToolPaK
- Ads Killer$0.99
PV
No in-app purchases
