CartCalc - Shopping Calculator

CartCalc - Shopping Calculator

Easily track shopping expenses

5 ratings
6 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 15, 2015
  • November 8, 2020

Features

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About

This app helps you track shopping expenses in real-time at any store. Set budgets, calculate discounts, and manage spending with optional tax rates. It's designed for easy one-handed use and works offline.

Track unlimited shopping trips
Set budgets and target spend
Calculate price after discount
Categorize items by aisle
Set local tax rate
Offline functionality
One-handed design
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What's New in CartCalc

1.6

November 8, 2020

- Fixed a bug where the app would sometimes crash if an item was added to the cart without specifying an aisle for that item

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Pro

Pro version provides access to: create unlimited aisles, remove/rearrange aisles, color code aisles, item price calculation by weight of item feature.

User reviews

It’s so off

In trying to get on a better budget, I was like okay let’s try this. Set my budget and proceeded shopping. Doesn’t allow you name the item, so you have to guess. The app originally said I went over budget by 20 bucks, which no biggie, my fault for forgetting to add a few things to my list. Went to the register, $150 dollars over budget. I went home in shock compared the quantity and one item for $4 my kid tossed in was missing, every time I have tried this app come time to check out it’s ALWAYS 100+ over.
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Doesn’t apply tax to total

It’s like that meme “you had one job…!” I considered writing an app to do this since it’s painfully simple. But I thought, “somebody’s bound to have written this already”.

Terrific for shopping on a budget

Found this app a breath of fresh air during a cost of living crisis. When I have a set grocery budget I am able to add items up as I go through the supermarket. I find I stay within my budget far more easily. A great find!

Works great for my needs!

I use the free version. You can use “aisles” if you want to see the total cost of all “dairy” items, etc., or you can shop without the aisles. If you want to remove something from your cart, just swipe left on the item. The tax part didn’t seem to work for me but that isn’t crucial to me. All I wanted was something to calculate the costs that was a bit more convenient to use than a traditional calculator. For me, this app works great!
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Missing basic functionality

I tried using it for a few minutes and found that it doesn't calculate tax even though it shows that in the sample images and I had configured my local tax rate, I couldn't remove items from my total, and there was no way to specify that some items might be tax exempt. It's a nice looking app but it's missing too much for it to be useful. Maybe all this works in the paid version?
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FAQ

What is CartCalc?

CartCalc is a calculator designed to help you track your spending at any type of store. It allows you to set budgets, calculate discounts, and manage your expenses easily, even offline.

Does CartCalc have ads?

No, CartCalc is completely free of advertising. The developers have explicitly stated that the app is ad-free.

What are the Pro features in CartCalc?

Pro features, available via in-app purchase, include calculating item cost by weight, sorting and creating custom aisles, and color-coding aisles for better organization.

Can I use CartCalc without an internet connection?

Yes, CartCalc does not require mobile data or a WiFi connection to function, making it ideal for use in any store.

What devices does CartCalc support?

CartCalc is a universal app that works on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

How often is CartCalc updated?

The latest version, 1.6, was released on November 8, 2020. While updates may not be frequent, the app is stable and functional for its core purpose.

What is the user rating for CartCalc?

CartCalc has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 5 user ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from its user base.

Can CartCalc help me manage my shopping budget?

Yes, CartCalc allows you to optionally set a budget and target spend for each shopping trip, helping you keep track of your spending in real-time.