Pipedata vs NDT Studio
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!
NDT Studio
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NDT Studio is a professional record-management app designed for Non-Destructive Testing technicians. Keep your NDT career records organised, accessible and ready when you need them. NDT Studio brings your inspection experience, continuing professional development, certifications, technical documents and supporting professional records together in one dedicated workspace. LOGBOOK Record your NDT experience and maintain a structured history of your inspection work across methods, techniques and projects. Entries can be reviewed and signed directly on iPhone or iPad, creating professional records that are easy to share for further review, approval or validation. CPD Track continuing professional development activities using flexible, user-entered points or credits. Record your scheme or framework, supporting evidence and professional development history without NDT Studio imposing the rules of any particular certification body or employer. CERTIFICATES Keep certification and qualification information together, including important dates, expiry tracking, reminders and supporting documentation. DOCUMENT LIBRARY Keep important NDT documents readily available, including procedures, work instructions, technique sheets, standards, specifications, codes, manuals and other technical documents. Import documents from Files or scan single or multi-page documents directly into your Document Library using your device. TOOLS FOR NDT PROFESSIONALS Access practical calculators, formulas, references and field resources designed around the day-to-day needs of technicians working in the NDT industry. EXPORT & SHARE Create professional PDF records for your Logbook, CPD and Certificates that can be saved, shared or submitted when your professional records need to be reviewed. NDT Studio Pro also brings your key career information together in a Professional Record for convenient sharing and review. BACKUP & RESTORE Protect your professional records with automatic iCloud Drive backups, create a backup whenever you choose, or export a portable backup for storage elsewhere. Restore your records when moving to or replacing a device. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your professional records are stored on your devices and can sync privately across your Apple devices using your own iCloud account. NDT Studio does not operate an external account or developer-hosted database containing your professional records. Backup and restore tools provide additional protection, including portable backups that you can export and store separately. NDT Studio is built for technicians who want a simple, structured way to maintain their professional records — whether working toward certification, preparing for renewal, documenting experience or simply keeping their career information organised. Start with NDT Studio for free and upgrade to NDT Studio Pro when you're ready for the complete professional toolkit — unlimited Logbook and CPD records, expanded certificate management, professional PDF exports and sharing, a dedicated Document Library with document scanning, and full access to the tools that help keep your NDT career organised and ready for review. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pipedata at none against NDT Studio's 2. Pipedata also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. NDT Studio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pipedata asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Pipedata | NDT Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (44 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 44 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | John Bennett | Ezar Ahrend |
In-app purchases
Pipedata
No in-app purchases
NDT Studio
- NDT Studio Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- NDT Studio Pro Annual$29.991 Year
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