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CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator

CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator

Calc thought from scratch

111 ratings
225 reviews
#17 in paid Finance
📊 Productivity
💰 Finance
$2.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 16, 2012
  • June 17, 2022

Features

Developer

schoettler Software GmbH
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About

This app combines a calculator, a note-taking app, and a spreadsheet-like interface. It allows users to edit calculations instantly, insert figures, and add comments for better record-keeping. Users can also customize keypads and create their own functions.

✓Instant in-place correction of figures
✓Automatic adjustment of subsequent results
✓Insert figures anywhere in the calculation
✓Save calculations as documents
✓Create custom functions and text snippets
✓Customize keypad layouts
✓Sync calculations via iCloud Drive
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator. Based on 111 reviews and a 4.1/5 average, it highlights the 10 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this Finance app.

Positive things

  • 👍Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
  • 📝Editable tape with visible calculation history
  • 💾Ability to save multiple calculation sheets/documents
  • 🏷️Add text notes alongside numbers for clarity
  • ⚙️Customizable keyboard buttons for frequent calculations
  • ☁️iCloud sync across devices
  • 📤Easy export and sharing capabilities
  • 🎯Perfect for budgeting and financial tracking
  • ⏱️Fast and responsive performance
  • 🖥️Available on multiple platforms (iOS, Mac, Windows)

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and app freezing
  • 🐛Accidental data deletion from unclear AC button placement
  • 🐛Dark mode not functioning properly
  • 🐛Cursor positioning issues when editing
  • 🐛Text entry next to numbers fails inconsistently
  • ⚠️Infrequent app updates and maintenance
  • ⚠️Poor developer responsiveness to support requests
  • ⚠️Data loss and corruption issues
  • ⚠️Split-screen and slide-over functionality broken
  • ⚠️Keyboard layout issues on iPad
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What's New in CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator

6.0.6

June 17, 2022

-numeric keyboard now has a small margin to the bottom to reduce risk of accidentally tapping the home-bar instead of the buttons in the bottom row

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📉 17-1

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This app dropped -1 position in Finance chart.

Last updated on July 24, 2026.

User reviews

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Sem dúvida, a melhor da App Store

Tenho essa calculadora para Windows também e jamais, nem de perto, vi um design de calculadora de fita tão bonito e útil.
Ch@rles T.Ch@rles T.

Doesn’t sync between devices

Very annoying. It also erases completely your tabulations for no reason. It used to be a great app but not so great now.
AlmostSnowAlmostSnow

Best Tape Calculator IOS and Mac

This is the best tape calculator I have used it for years for Mac and iPhone
LatadeoLatadeo

La meilleure calculatrice en plus dispo sur toutes plateformes

J adore cette applis ont peut le retrouver sur pc iOS ou os et même android bravo et merci
Kbens34Kbens34

The best app ever!!!

I use it every day of my life
AlmostSnowAlmostSnow
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

App crashes when switching between apps

Bug

Cursor locked in top-left corner after iOS updates

Bug

Dark theme displays same as light theme

Bug

Text entry next to numbers not working

Bug

Accidental data wipe from AC button location

Bug

Bottom row of keys cut off or unresponsive

Bug

App freezes during percentage calculations

Bug

Saved data becoming out of date or corrupted

Bug

Split-screen shows empty blue box

Bug

Persistent old entries that cannot be deleted

Bug

Cloud sync causing local data loss

Bug

Support function not working

Bug
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Requested Features

10 requests

Confirmation dialog before clearing all calculations

Feature

Lock pages to prevent accidental deletion

Feature

Archive and backup/restore functionality

Feature

Dark mode that actually works

Feature

Trash/recycle bin for deleted items

Feature

Color tags for organizing saved calculations

Feature

iOS widget for quick access

Feature

Donation option for users

Feature

Better split-screen support for iPad

Feature

Improved keyboard behavior on iPad

Feature

FAQ

What is CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator?

CalcTape Paper Tape Calculator is an app that merges the functionality of a standard calculator, a classic desktop calculator, and a note-taking application. It allows users to perform calculations, add comments, and instantly correct entries, with all subsequent results updating automatically.

How does CalcTape allow for corrections and edits?

You can place the cursor anywhere within your calculation and edit figures or operators directly. This is similar to editing a note, but any changes you make will immediately update the entire calculation. You can also easily insert new figures in the correct place by adding a new line.

Is CalcTape a free app?

Based on the provided information, the application is not free. It is a paid application, meaning users need to purchase it to use its full features.

What devices is CalcTape compatible with?

The application is designed to sync calculations across multiple Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac, using iCloud Drive. This allows for seamless access and editing of your calculations on different platforms.

What are some common use cases for CalcTape?

CalcTape is useful for various daily calculation needs, such as managing budgets, tracking expenses, performing simple accounting tasks in both office and home environments, and creating templates for recurring calculations. Its ability to comment and edit makes it ideal for keeping detailed financial records.