SSAB WeldCalc vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against SSAB WeldCalc's closest competitors: identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	SSAB WeldCalc This App	Paribus Calculator Peer	Deflection Lite Peer	Pipe Fitting Peer	i41CX+ Peer	POLY / multiscreen calculator New Kid	Not Another Twin Calculator New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	SSAB AB	Adam Solesby	Blue Ketchep	xNeat.com	Antonio Lagana	Alessandro Salvioni	Andy Arevalo
Category	Productivity	Business	Productivity	Productivity	Productivity	Productivity	Productivity
Platform	iOS	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS	iOS	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	4.2 / 5	3.0 / 5	4.4 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	0.0 / 5	0.0 / 5
Ratings Count	5	2	45	95	103	0	0
Price	Free	Free	$0.99	Free	$24.99	$2.99	$0.99
Release Date	Nov 29, 2018	Dec 18, 2013	May 30, 2015	Apr 3, 2025	Feb 1, 2019	Apr 20, 2026	Nov 23, 2025
Last Updated	May 16, 2022	Sep 2, 2025	Feb 22, 2024	Apr 8, 2025	Jan 28, 2026	Apr 20, 2026	Nov 23, 2025
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	positive	mixed	terrible	-	excellent	-	-
Score	80/100	50/100	10/100	-	90/100	-	-
Praises	-	Natural language entry	-	-	Faithful emulation of the classic calculator hardware provides a nostalgic and highly functional tool for engineers Extensive library of built-in modules and overlays adds significant value beyond the original physical calculator capabilities Long-term developer support and frequent updates ensure the app remains compatible with the latest mobile operating systems	-	-
Complaints	-	PRO tier gating	Clumsy user interface design makes navigating core application functions difficult for daily users Limited feature set fails to provide sufficient value for the purchase price	-	Poor integration with tablet multitasking prevents users from running the calculator alongside other productivity applications Large data footprint for documentation and ROM packs consumes excessive storage space on devices with limited capacity Complex module loading and inconsistent documentation make the advanced features difficult for some users to navigate	-	-
Requests	-	-	-	-	Implementation of haptic feedback would provide a more tactile experience when pressing the virtual calculator keys	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Technical accuracy for SSAB steel grades functions as a B2B distribution barrier into professional fabrication partnerships	Natural language entry mimics conversational math for quick business modeling Goal seek value dial provides interactive variable testing missing in standard calculators	Interactive load-dragging interface reduces time-to-result for structural setups Permalink export enables viral design sharing among professional teams	Specialized layout solvers for compound angle transitions Clean interface tailored to field-based jobsite demands	Authentic HP-41CX emulation creates high switching costs for legacy hardware users. Native CAS implementation provides workstation-class symbolic math without internet dependency.	-	-
Weaknesses	Text-heavy input interface lacks the visual interaction found in modern engineering apps	3-star rating indicates poor user satisfaction with current interface reliability PRO tier gating of core spreadsheet features limits free-tier utility	Premium tier lacks perceived value due to interface clumsiness 0-rating on Android indicates lack of platform-specific optimization	Zero revenue model limits long-term maintenance No cloud-save functionality for complex project data Lack of update cadence since April 2025	$24.99 price point sits well above the category median for scientific calculators. Lack of split-screen multitasking limits professional productivity on iPad devices.	-	-
Pricing	free	freemium	paid	free	paid	paid	paid
Momentum	Zombie	Zombie	Zombie	Zombie	Steady	-	-
Update Cadence	4 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~419d avg	1 versions	5 versions	1 versions	5 versions	-	-

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