Engineering HandBook vs Basic Engineering Dictionary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Engineering HandBook
Access essential engineering formulas and concepts on the go. This app covers materials, numbers, mechanics, components, and metal cutting operations, providing accurate calculations for various engineering tasks.
- Engineering formulas and calculations
- Materials classification and properties
- Basic and trigonometric calculations
- Unit conversions
- Gear drive formulas
- Metal cutting operation calculations
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Engineering HandBook allows you to carry engineering concepts where-ever you go. Features available in Engineering handbook are: 1. Materials. 2. Numbers. 3. Mechanics. 4. Engineering Components, and 5. Metal Cutting Components. View various engineering related formulas and calculate values. Calculate accurately and access formulas while on worksite, in meetings, or during Work. Materials features: Classification of categories of ferrous metals (Steel, Iron), Non-ferrous metals and Plastics. Property details of various Elements. Calculate equal and unequal angles as per Indian Standards. Numbers features: Basic mathematical calculations. Trigonometric calculation. Pythagorean theorem. Inch to Millimeter and vice versa convertor. Units of physical quantities. Symbols, and Measures and weights. Mechanics features: Formulas for Gear drive and dimensions. Engineering Components Features: Hole to Shaft and vice versa Convertion. Metal Cutting Operation features: Calculate Folding, edging and Cold bending value. Cutting speed. Machining time. Clearance between die and punch, and Cutting force.
Basic Engineering Dictionary
Master engineering concepts with a comprehensive dictionary of over 11,000 terms, key equations, and formulas. Features interactive quizzes, a visual quick guide, and hands-free learning with autoplay mode. Ideal for students and professionals seeking to solidify their engineering knowledge.
- 11,000+ engineering terms
- Key equations and formulas
- Visual Quick Guide
- Interactive quizzes
- Autoplay mode for hands-free learning
- User contributions
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Master Engineering Basics with Ease – Your All-in-One Engineering Learning App! Explore over 11,000+ essential engineering terms, along with key equations, formulas, and facts that make learning engineering concepts simple and accessible. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just curious, this Basic Engineering App offers a comprehensive guide to solidify your foundation in engineering. For fast and effective learning, the app features a visual Quick Guide with illustrated formulas and equations. Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes and reinforce your understanding across various disciplines of engineering. Explore Extensive Categories Including: - Actuators & Electromechanics - Metals & Alloys - Architecture & Civil Engineering - Automotive Engineering - Cables, Wires & Hardware - Computational Science - Hydraulics & Processes - Units, Measurements & Standards - Programming Languages & Software Engineering - Networking, OS & Intelligent Systems - Laws, Theorems, Tools & More …and many more topics from both classical and modern engineering fields. Key Features: - Quick Guide: Handy visual references for formulas, equations, and facts. - Interactive Quizzes: Sharpen your skills and challenge your knowledge. - Autoplay Mode: Listen to definitions and learn hands-free. - User Contributions: Add missing terms or suggest improvements. This is more than just a dictionary—it's your engineering pocket companion, ready to support your learning journey anytime, anywhere. In app purchase included : Life time Premium : To access ads free version of app. Privacy policy : https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/privacy-policy-subscription/ Terms and condition :https://privacypolicy50.wordpress.com/terms-and-condition/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Engineering HandBook at none against Basic Engineering Dictionary's 1. Engineering HandBook also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Basic Engineering Dictionary sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Engineering HandBook asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Engineering HandBook against 4.0 for Basic Engineering Dictionary. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 6 respectively.
Engineering HandBook ships an update every 2 weeks, Basic Engineering Dictionary every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Engineering HandBook | Basic Engineering Dictionary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 4.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 88 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raghu Srinivas | Shital Gorasiya |
Customer experience
Engineering HandBook
Basic Engineering Dictionary
In-app purchases
Engineering HandBook
No in-app purchases
Basic Engineering Dictionary
- Lifetime Purchase$3.99
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