How much does WPSAmerica cost?

Per its prices page on 2026-10-26: $1,600 a year (or $2,400 for two years) for the structural or the pressure package, $2,200 a year for both, and $600 per extra user. It notes prices can change without notice.

What is the WPSAmerica prequalified library?

A library of 10,000 prequalified WPSs, listed as a bonus with the structural package and code checked to AWS D1.1, D1.3 and D1.6.

Yes. Both run in a browser and save documents in your account with PDF output.

Comparison · checked 2026-10-26

WPSAmerica vs WPS Welding.

WPSAmerica sells online welding software in two code packages, structural and pressure, plus a library of prequalified WPSs. WPS Welding is also online. The differences are code breadth, the library, how you pay, and what else sits next to the WPS.

§ 01

The short answer.

Choose WPSAmerica if you want a large library of ready prequalified WPSs to pick from, need D1.2, D1.3, D1.5, D9.1 or ASME construction codes, or prefer paying once a year.
Choose WPS Welding if you want to draft and check your own D1.1 WPSs, need continuity alerts and NDE reports, or want to start free and pay monthly.

§ 02

At a glance.

As of 2026-10-26	WPSAmerica	WPS Welding
Maker	WPSAmerica. Calls itself "the ONLY Worldwide Online Welding Software Provider". Footer dated 2006.^[1]	WPS Welding, United States.
Delivery	Online, saved in your account and as PDF. No downloads.^[2]	Web app in the browser. No install. Needs an internet connection.
Codes covered	Structural: AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.5, D1.6, D9.1, D17.1, B2.1. Pressure: ASME IX, ASME I, VIII Div. 1, B31.1, B31.3.^[2]	AWS D1.1:2025 (all plans), ASME Section IX and AWS D1.6 (Pro and Shop). No D1.2, D1.5, API 1104, ISO or CSA yet.
Modules	WPS and PQR, WPQR or WPQ, Welders Management Report, and a library of 10,000 prequalified WPSs (D1.1, D1.3, D1.6) with the structural package. No NDE module mentioned.^[2]	WPS, PQR, WPQ and welder roster, qualification matrix, continuity tracking with lapse alerts, joint sketch. Pro adds NDE reports, code interpretations search and an audit packet ZIP.
AI drafting	Not mentioned.^[2]	Yes, on the trial and paid plans. The free account gets rules-only drafts with no AI.
Price	Structural or pressure package $1,600 a year or $2,400 for two years; both $2,200 a year. Extra users $600 each (first user free).^[3]	Free account: WPS editor, templates, rules-only drafts, PDF. Solo $199, Pro $249, Shop $499 a month (1, 3 and 10 seats). Annual is 10 times monthly.
Free trial	Demo pages and sample PDFs. No free trial stated.^[2]	Free account with no card. 14-day trial of the paid plans needs a card; cancel before day 14.

Competitor facts from the public sources listed below, checked 2026-10-26. WPS Welding facts are from our own product and pricing page.

§ 03

Where WPSAmerica is better.

Ready made library. The structural package includes a library of 10,000 prequalified WPSs to search and download. If you want to pick a procedure rather than write one, that is faster.
More codes. It covers AWS D1.2, D1.3, D1.5, D9.1, D17.1 and the ASME construction codes. WPS Welding covers D1.1, ASME IX and D1.6.
Lower yearly cost for one user. At $1,600 a year for one package, a single user pays less than our Solo plan at $199 a month ($1,990 a year on annual).

§ 04

Where WPS Welding is better.

Free to start. The WPS editor, starter templates, rules-only drafts and PDF export are free with no card. WPSAmerica shows demos and samples but no free trial.
Your own procedure, checked. Instead of choosing from a library, you enter your joint, base metal and process and the rule engine checks it against D1.1:2025 limits. AI narrative drafting is on the paid plans.
Continuity alerts, NDE and audit packet. Continuity tracking with lapse alerts per welder and process, NDE reports, and a one ZIP audit packet. WPSAmerica lists a Welders Management Report but no NDE module.
Seats included. Pro includes 3 seats and Shop 10. At WPSAmerica each extra user is $600.

§ 05

When WPS Welding is the wrong choice.

If you want a large prequalified WPS library, need D1.5, D1.2 or ASME construction code coverage, or are a single user who wants the lowest yearly bill, WPSAmerica fits better.

WPS Welding covers AWS D1.1:2025, ASME Section IX and AWS D1.6. It does not cover AWS D1.2, D1.5, API 1104, ISO 15614 or CSA W47.1 today, and it has no SSO or multi-organization workspaces yet. It is a new product without a long customer track record.

§ 06

Frequently asked.

How much does WPSAmerica cost?: Per its prices page on 2026-10-26: $1,600 a year (or $2,400 for two years) for the structural or the pressure package, $2,200 a year for both, and $600 per extra user. It notes prices can change without notice.
What is the WPSAmerica prequalified library?: A library of 10,000 prequalified WPSs, listed as a bonus with the structural package and code checked to AWS D1.1, D1.3 and D1.6.
Are both online?: Yes. Both run in a browser and save documents in your account with PDF output.

§ 07

Sources.

WPSAmerica home page: www.wpsamerica.com (checked 2026-10-26)
WPSAmerica software packages page: www.wpsamerica.com/softwarepackage.php (checked 2026-10-26)
WPSAmerica subscription prices page: www.wpsamerica.com/become.php (checked 2026-10-26)

Facts about WPSAmerica were taken from its public website on 2026-10-26. Products and prices change, so check their site before you decide. WPSAmerica is a trademark of its owner. WPS Welding is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by them. Spotted something wrong or out of date? Email sales@wpswelding.com and we will fix it.