# Calc XLS Free Spreadsheet

> Powerful iOS spreadsheet app for viewing and editing Excel files with extensive functions. (iPhone/iPad app by Mariner Software, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calc-xls-free-spreadsheet/id468674805 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mariner Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/305946857)
- Category: Business, Finance
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2011-10-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calc-xls-free-spreadsheet/id468674805/reviews.md

## What is Calc XLS Free Spreadsheet?

Over a million downloads!

One of the most mature and powerful spreadsheets on the iOS platform is now available in a free version!  

Like what you see but need more functionality? Upgrade via an in-app purchase and get the ability to edit imported files, transfer files using built-in web server, email files (as .pdf or .xls) and even share your data on the cloud with Dropbox! 

Using Calc XLS Free, you can:  

- View and edit Excel files (.xls Excel 97 and up).  
- View pdf, rtf, rtfd, Word, Powerpoint, Keynote, Pages, Numbers.  
- Make large multi-sheet spreadsheets with 32,000 rows x 256 columns  - Choose from more than 10 included templates for business or home.  
- Cut copy paste data or undo and redo actions.  
- Construct formulas using over 200 functions (see our web site for a complete function list).  

Bottom line, whether you are a home user, small business user, on the road or relaxing in your favorite chair, you have all the power you need, in the palm of your hand.

## Key features

- View and edit Excel (.xls) files
- Support for over 200 functions
- Large spreadsheets (32,000 rows x 256 columns)
- Includes over 10 templates
- Cut, copy, paste, undo/redo functionality
- View PDF, Word, PowerPoint, and other document types

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calc Lite for iPad Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 51)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calc-xls-free-spreadsheet/id468674805/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Update Calc xls

*2023-11-12*

IPhone version 17.1.1 does not work with Calc xls. When transferring through older Calc XLS and Dropbox. App hung up at dropbox, will not allow me to return to spreadsheets. I can not retrieve my spreads to update.

### 2/5 — Frustrating!

*2017-10-22, version 4.2*

Has the potential to be a decent spreadsheet but selecting multiple cells for formatting, i.e. Merging and border, is frustrating. It also tries to save if you leave your finger on the screen too long. It also asks you every five minutes if you want to upgrade.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2017-06-01, version 4.2*

Don't get.  Will not update and no support.

### 1/5 — Calc xls free

*2017-05-04, version 4.2*

I have been using mariner calc for years but new iphone says it will not work much longer. So i tried the free version of calc xls and cannot open files from One Drive. Tried to import from mariner calc but it won't work. Support wrote me one email and then decided they would not respond anymore so.... 
use at your own risk. Try the free version and see if it is for you - it WAS NOT for me.

### 3/5 — Needs updating in order to open on iPad

*2017-05-02, version 4.2*

This app no longer opens on my iPad, and shows a warning that it will not work with future (current?) versions of iOS.

Until then, it was great.

I only hope I have not lost permanently the data I had on it?

### 2/5 — Low support

*2017-01-24, version 4.2*

They are very slow to update with ios updates. Still has bugs from IOS 10

### 1/5 — Crashes constantly

*2016-12-03, version 4.2*

Newest update has made app unusable.  App support has been no help.  Crashes constantly!

### 5/5 — Rough start, great finish

*2016-03-30, version 4.2*

First I got the free version. Loved it so I upgraded. Problem was I was using cvs files. Got frustrated. By using DropBox from my desktop, I was able to open those in Excel and convert my original files. I had put too much work in them already. Now I am a very happy camper!

### 5/5 — Perfect emergency back up

*2016-02-11, version 4.2*

My lap top died in Puerto Escondido Mexico. This app saved the day. Was able to keep up to date with all my bank accounts and FX transactions all on an old IPad 1.

### 5/5 — One little oddity

*2015-12-22, version 4.2*

An imported CSV file must not have any carriage returns (CRs) in the fields or they will be seen as field delimiters also. So every CR will result in a new spreadsheet line. My database app (HanDBase) allows CRs in a text field but I had to go back to the text fields and edit out all CRs. Now that I know this I agree with all the five star comments.

## Frequently asked questions about Calc XLS Free Spreadsheet

### What can I do with Calc XLS Free Spreadsheet?

Calc XLS Free Spreadsheet allows you to view and edit Excel files (.xls) with a large capacity for rows and columns. You can also view other document types like PDF, Word, and PowerPoint. The app includes over 200 functions and pre-built templates for various uses.

### What are the key features of the free version?

The free version enables viewing and editing of Excel files, support for over 200 functions, creation of large multi-sheet spreadsheets, and access to over 10 included templates. It also provides essential editing tools like cut, copy, paste, undo, and redo.

### What functionality is available through the in-app purchase?

The in-app purchase unlocks advanced features such as editing imported files, transferring files via a built-in web server, emailing files as PDF or XLS, and cloud sharing capabilities with services like Dropbox.

### What file formats can this app handle?

This app can view and edit Excel files (.xls Excel 97 and up). It can also view other document formats including PDF, RTF, RTFD, Word, PowerPoint, Keynote, Pages, and Numbers.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for a broad audience including home users, small business users, and anyone who needs powerful spreadsheet capabilities on the go. It provides the necessary tools for managing data and calculations directly from an iOS device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.2 — 2014-05-09

added backup feature
added date format (DDMMYY)
fixed date format bug 
updated french language text

### 4.1.1 — 2014-03-25

Fixed a cell selection bug.
Fixed Autosum language bug.
Updated Dropbox for improved reliability.
Added color to search field (iPad).
Updated setting layout for iOS7.
Added 2014 Calendar Template

### 4.1.0 — 2013-11-13

New back toolbar button
New iOS7 appearance 
Updated iPad Multitasking Gestures compatibility
Updated Dropbox for improved reliability

### 4.0.2 — 2013-10-25

iOS7 enhancements, bug fixes

### 4.0.1 — 2013-07-05

Added new templates.
Fixed an issue with write protected files.
Fixed a crash in iOS4

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