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TDEE Steps vs BuildWire Calc

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TDEE Steps compared with BuildWire Calc
DetailTDEE Steps logo TDEE StepsBuildWire Calc logo BuildWire Calc
What it doesFree Mifflin-St Jeor calculator that shows every step of the equation Offline calculators for electricians, builders and HVAC technicians
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: nine calculators (voltage drop, Ohm's law, watts to amps, concrete slab, roof pitch, board feet, BTU, CFM, BTU to kW), no time limit. Pro: $9.99 per year or $19.99 lifetime (one payment, no renewal).
Key features
  • Shows full equation working with step-by-step substitution
  • Multiple activity levels from sedentary (×1.2) to extra active (×1.9)
  • Katch-McArdle calculator using body fat percentage
  • Step-based TDEE estimation
  • Adaptive TDEE calculator from weight changes
  • Embeddable calculator iframe
  • Metric and imperial unit switching
  • Comparison with other equations like Harris-Benedict
  • Wire sizing and voltage drop calculations
  • Conduit fill and box fill calculations
  • Offline operation with no network required
  • Transparent calculation steps and NEC warnings
  • Job organization and PDF/CSV export
  • Motor and generator sizing calculators
  • Power and conversion calculators
  • Building calculations for concrete and roof pitch
  • No ads and no account required
  • Private with data staying on device
What makes it different
  • Shows all working so users can verify the math themselves
  • Uses the most accurate equation for healthy adults
  • Multiple calculation methods beyond basic equation
  • Transparent about accuracy limitations and sources
  • Completely free with no tracking or cookies
  • Works completely offline with no network or cellular signal required
  • Private by design with no account, no ads, and calculations never leaving your device
  • Shows exact NEC formulas and calculation steps so you can verify results before fieldwork
  • Over 35 specialized calculators covering electrical, building and HVAC trades
  • Tested code with automated tests against independently worked examples
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)16 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)10
Citation Flow (Majestic)1613
Referring domains (Majestic)31

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