# Mahjong Helper & Calculator

> Mahjong scoring and payment calculator with match history tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Starling.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-helper-and-calculator/id380864349 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Starling](https://appshunter.io/developer/380864352)
- Category: Entertainment, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-16
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-helper-and-calculator/id380864349/reviews.md

## What is Mahjong Helper & Calculator?

Mahjong is an enjoyable game, played around the world. However, for beginners (and even more experienced players!), calculating the value of a hand can be confusing. On top of that, payments between players after the value of each hand is calculated can also be tricky.

Mahjong Helper aims to simplify the tasks of scoring and payments between games. It can also be used to keep a history of matches played, and to easily experiment with different methods of scoring.

Features:
* Multiple Matches
* Beautiful, easy-to-read tiles.
* Hand Scorer with intuitive tile/set-type selector (press, slide, and release to choose a tile)
* Supports European Classical, Hong Kong, Japanese Modern / EMF Riichi (with Dora tiles and Red Fives), and Chinese Official (MCR / Competition) scoring
* 4, 3, and 2 player scoring modes
* Send scores from Hand Scorer to Score Sheet, or enter scores manually.
* Score Sheet calculates payments between players, supports "Ready" declarations and counters in Japanese Mahjong.
* see how the score is calculated on the "Scoring" panel - great for those learning the game, or just to double-check!
* Supports seat rotation between rounds, or groups that prefer keeping the same positions throughout.
* Share matches across devices - other players can keep a record of the match & contribute to scoring from their own devices.  Requires a data connection.
* Print score sheets to your AirPrint-enabled printer!

I hope you like it!

## Key features

- Multiple match tracking
- Intuitive hand scorer
- Supports multiple scoring systems
- Calculates player payments
- Match history and sharing
- Printable score sheets

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-helper-and-calculator/id380864349/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Scoring Hand Screen Error

*2026-06-01*

When scoring hands it doesn’t show any tiles

### 1/5 — Non functional

*2025-08-03*

In 2025 this app does not seem to work. It’s impossible to record mahjong hands and score them. It’s unusable.

### 1/5 — Nul

*2025-07-31*

On ne peut pas l’utiliser. Arnaque!!!!

### 1/5 — Never got to use it

*2025-01-04*

There's a bug. You can't see the tiles and it was very hard to figure out. Not common sense or obvious UI at all. Mad I spent a dollar for the 3 min I tried it

### 5/5 — Trouble with marking who the person was that provided the discard tile!

*2023-09-18*

I really like this app! It works well for what I am able to do with it. But I can’t seem to be able to assign the discard person in the hand score area! What am I doing wrong or not doing right!

### 1/5 — Zählhilfe funktioniert nicht

*2023-06-03*

Man kann zwar einmal die Zählhilfe benutzen, doch leider wird diese auf alle Namen übertragen. Ein Eintragen der individuellen Spielergebnisse funktioniert nicht.

### 5/5 — Well worth the download!

*2022-12-26*

I’ve been playing Mahjong for years, but calculating hand scores has always been my weak suit. This app takes that stress away. Highly recommended for any serious Mahjong players!

### 3/5 — 점수 표시나 플레이어마다 체크되는건 참 좋습니다

*2022-12-24*

다만 UI적인 부분에서 하단에 그림을 슬라이드 해서 패를 선택하는건 개선이 필요해 보입니다.
첫 사용시엔 정말 뭔가했는데 실수로 손이 스쳐서 알아챘습니다😅
배너같은 이미지보단 직관적인 스타일로 개선하는게 좋을 것 같네요

### 1/5 — Dont like it

*2022-04-11*

When selecting players front eu drop down the first name is mostly obscured making it very difficult to select. 

As for usability I have no idea how to move to the next player to enter their hand. As above I can change between players but that is making those tiles appear on each player.

### 5/5 — Great helper app for Riichi

*2021-12-28*

Very useful app. A bit confusing at times but otherwise exactly what I needed. 

Some small issues specifically for Riichi:
The score in the hand scorer section is not that clear as to how it works (especially for dealer tsumo)
No ability to pull from the table using Han and Fu (i have to build the hand in the hand scorer to do automatic score distribution, would like to be on the score sheet and specify Han and fu instead)
You need to go to the score sheet to set the difference between Ron and Tsumo (would be nice to also be able to do it in the hand scorer)
The table values in percentages are a bit confusing as most Riichi players would use Mangan, Haneman etc

## Frequently asked questions about Mahjong Helper & Calculator

### How do I calculate Mahjong scores with Mahjong Helper?

Mahjong Helper features an intuitive Hand Scorer where you select tiles and set types. The app then calculates the score based on the chosen scoring system, displaying the calculation breakdown for clarity.

### What Mahjong scoring systems does Mahjong Helper support?

Mahjong Helper supports European Classical, Hong Kong, Japanese Modern / EMF Riichi (including Dora tiles and Red Fives), and Chinese Official (MCR / Competition) scoring systems.

### Can Mahjong Helper calculate payments between players?

Yes, the Score Sheet feature in Mahjong Helper calculates payments between players after each hand is scored. It also supports 'Ready' declarations and counters for Japanese Mahjong.

### Can I keep a history of my Mahjong matches with Mahjong Helper?

Absolutely. Mahjong Helper allows you to keep a history of matches played, and you can even share matches across devices so other players can contribute to scoring from their own devices.

### Is Mahjong Helper available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Mahjong Helper is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information about Android availability is not included.

### How often is Mahjong Helper updated?

Mahjong Helper was last updated on October 10, 2023, with version 5.840.0. This indicates regular updates to maintain functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Mahjong Helper?

Mahjong Helper has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger players learning the game.

### Can I print my Mahjong score sheets using Mahjong Helper?

Yes, Mahjong Helper supports printing score sheets directly to your AirPrint-enabled printer, making it convenient to keep physical records of your games.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.840.0 — 2023-10-10

Bug fixes

### 5.830.1 — 2023-04-23

Bug fixes

### 5.820.0 — 2022-05-02

* Counter Bonus can be set to 0
* New option for Round Display
* Share matches via more options than just mail
* Various bug fixes

### 5.800.1 — 2021-12-10

* New 'centerpiece' mode added to Score Sheets panel.

### 5.722.0 — 2021-01-09

* New Setting for Japanese Modern - number of rounds (1 or 2).

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## More apps by Michael Starling

- [Kemono Mahjong](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kemono-mahjong/id1207602683)

All apps by Michael Starling: https://appshunter.io/developer/380864352

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