Pipedata vs ElbowCalc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pipedata
Access dimensional and weight data for over 70 common ASME piping components. Provides information in Metric, US Customary Units, and Inch/Fractions, with audited weights for valves, flanges, and other parts. Ensures accuracy and up-to-date information based on the latest ASME specifications.
- Dimensional data for 72+ ASME piping components
- Weight information for valves and flanges
- Supports Metric, US Customary Units, and Inch/Fractions
- Based on latest ASME piping specifications
- Fast and convenient interface
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Pipedata has dimensional and weight information for 72 common ASME piping components all in a fast, convenient and easy to use interface. The Pipedata name has been around since 1996, when it was first applied to Pipedata-Pro. Since then it's gained a global presence in the piping industry with large corporations and individuals appreciating the Pipedata hallmarks of accuracy and up-to date relevant information. Based on the latest ASME piping dimensional specifications it shows Metric, US Customary Units and Inch/Fractions and includes audited valve weights, flange weights and all piping component weights. This release is not limited to but includes the following range of information: DATA SUMMARY Pipe ASME B36.10M/19M - 2004 WeldNeck Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Slip On Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Blind Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Threaded Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 SocketWelded Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Lapped Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Long Welding Neck Flange, ASME B16.5-2013 Buttwelded 45deg Elbow, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded 90deg Long Radius Elbow, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded 180deg Long Radius Return, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded 90deg Short Radius Elbow, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded 180deg Short Radius Return, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Equal Tee, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Reducing Tee, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Cap, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Concentric Reducer, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Eccentric Reducer, ASME B16.9-2007 Buttwelded Lap Joint Stub End, ASME B16.9-2007 Threaded 90deg Elbow, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Tee, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Cross, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded 45deg Elbow, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded 90deg Street Elbow, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Coupling, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Half Coupling, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Cap, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Square Head Plug, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Hex Head Plug, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Round Head Plug, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Hex Head Bushing, ASME B16.11-2011 Threaded Flush Bushing, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded 90deg Deg Elbow, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded 45deg deg Elbow, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Tee, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Cross, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Coupling, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Half Coupling, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Cap, ASME B16.11-2011 Socketwelded Reducing Coupling, ASME Unadopted Socketwelded Welding Boss, ASME Unadopted Socketwelded Reducing Insert Type 1, ASME Unadopted Socketwelded Reducing Insert Type 2, ASME Unadopted Socketwelded Reducing Insert Type 3, ASME Unadopted Socketwelded Union, ASME Unadopted Socket Details, ASME B16.11-2011 Non Metallic Flat Ring for ASME B16.5 Flanges, ASME B16.21-2011 Non Metallic Flat Ring for ASME B16.47 Series A Flanges, ASME B16.21-2011 Non Metallic Flat Ring for ASME B16.47 Series B Flanges, ASME B16.21-2011 Spiral wound for ASME B16.5 Flanges, ASME B16.20-2012 Spiral wound for ASME B16.47 Series A Flanges, ASME B16.20-2012 Spiral wound for ASME B16.47 Series B Flanges, ASME B16.20-2012 RTJ Soft Iron Ring type R, ASME B16.20-2012 RTJ Soft Iron Ring RX, ASME B16.20-2012 RTJ Soft Iron Ring BX, ASME B16.20-2012 Flanged Gate Valve, ASME B16.10-2009 Flanged Globe Valve, ASME B16.10-2009 Flanged Ball Valve, ASME B16.10-2009 Flanged Control Valve, ASME B16.10-2009 Flanged Swing Check Valve, ASME B16.10-2009 Flanged Wafer Check Valve, API 594 Wafer type Butterfly Valves, ASME B16.10-2009... and much more: Check it out!
ElbowCalc
This professional tool assists engineers and fabricators in quickly calculating and visualizing flat patterns for elbows and reducers. It provides instant pattern graphs with cut coordinates to streamline fabrication and minimize material waste.
- Calculate various elbow types
- Generate flat pattern graphs
- Supports reducer bends
- Provides cut coordinates
- Fast and precise calculations
- Share and save results
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Elbow Flat Pattern Maker is a professional tool designed for engineers, fabricators, and metal workers who need quick and precise elbow calculations. This app helps you calculate and visualize flat patterns for elbows and reducers in seconds. Enter your values, and get instant pattern graphs with cut coordinates to simplify fabrication and reduce material waste. Key Features: - Calculate various elbow types quickly and accurately. - Generate flat pattern graphs and cut coordinates. - Supports Elbow, Reducer Bend, and Cut Measurement. - Fast and precise calculations for professionals. - Share and save results instantly. - Clean and user-friendly interface. Perfect for sheet metal workers, pipe fitters, and fabrication experts — get precise elbow layouts anytime, anywhere with Elbow Flat Pattern Maker. in-app purchase included Lifetime to Remove Ads Privacy Policy : https://semiconhub.in/manager/privacy.html Terms and Condition : https://semiconhub.in/manager/tcondition.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pipedata at none against ElbowCalc's 1. Pipedata also leads on ratings volume (39 vs 7) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, update cadence 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. ElbowCalc sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pipedata asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Pipedata against 4.3 for ElbowCalc. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pipedata has 39 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Pipedata ships an update every 3 weeks, ElbowCalc every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pipedata | ElbowCalc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (39 ratings) | 4.3 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | John Bennett | Sachinbhai Surani |
Customer experience
Pipedata
ElbowCalc
In-app purchases
Pipedata
No in-app purchases
ElbowCalc
- Lifetime premium$19.99
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