iBend Pipe is a mobile app for conduit bending calculations, targeting electricians who need offset, saddle, and rolling offset math on a smartphone.
| Feature | iBend Pipe | SparkShift |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Varies — see their site | Free |
| Platform | Mobile app | Browser + iOS + Android |
| 3D visualization | Varies — see their site | Yes — live parametric 3D |
| NEC calculators | Bending only | 40+ calculators |
| No sign-up required | App download required | Yes — browser access |
| Free tier | Varies — see their site | Yes |
The calculators most relevant to what iBend Pipe users typically need. All free, no sign-up.
Yes. SparkShift's conduit bending tool is available immediately at sparkshift.app/calculators/conduit-bending with no sign-up or download required.
SparkShift uses standard bending math — shrink constants, take-up distances, and multiplier tables used in NEC training and manufacturer bender documentation. Results should match any reputable bending calculator.
SparkShift covers offset bends, 90-degree stub-ups, back-to-back bends, three-bend saddles, kick bends, rolling offsets, and segmented bends.
Yes. SparkShift Pro subscribers can export conduit bending and other calculation results as PDF reports.
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