# MaxiCalc Free: Big Retro LCD Basic Desk Calculator

> Realistic retro LCD calculator with basic and scientific functions, memory, and history. (iPhone/iPad app by Fernando Sciessere.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxicalc-free-big-retro-lcd-basic-desk-calculator/id657247248 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fernando Sciessere](https://appshunter.io/developer/366268787)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 150 App Store ratings · 112 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 36 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 3 more
- Released: 2013-09-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxicalc-free-big-retro-lcd-basic-desk-calculator/id657247248/reviews.md

## What is MaxiCalc Free?

MaxiCalc is like touching a real calculator: response is instantaneous, visuals are crystal sharp and the sounds are truly unique. It simply feels right.

It is as easy as a pocket calculator, but much more powerful: multi memory, multi history paper-tape and big buttons. The search for the perfect calculator is over.

In portrait mode, you have a calculator fully focused on basic arithmetic operations - with big easy-to-read and impossible-to-miss buttons. In landscape mode, you have a robust calculator with a comprehensive set of scientific functions and tapes for keeping track of your work - everything in one single screen. Also, you can print your calculations with AirPrint technology or email them to friends or colleagues. Use of memory is dead simple too - always see what you have stored on the memory slots, and for using one value, just tap on it. 

FEATURES: 
• Incredibly responsive and graphics detailed interface & realistic sounds 
• Two modes of operation: portrait for basic calculations or go scientific with all features in landscape 
• Never lose track of what you've entered using multiple tapes. 
• Memory slots to help you out with more complex calculations 
• Copy and paste numbers from or into display 
• Stateful: you can always be sure that you will get back where you left off 
• Trigonometric functions in degrees and radians 
• Print your calculations with AirPrint technology 
• Email your calculations to friends or colleagues 
• Breathtaking Retina Display graphics 

MATHEMATIC FUNCTIONS: 
• Basic: percentage, square, y-th power, factorial, logarithm base 10-e-2, reciprocal, square root, y-th root, power of 10-e-2 
• Trigonometry: sine, reverse sine, cosine, reverse cosine, tangent, reverse tangent, hyperbolic sine, reverse hyperbolic sine, hyperbolic cosine, reverse hyperbolic cosine, hyperbolic tangent, reverse hyperbolic tangent 


For tips, updates and sparing doubts, follow us: 
On Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxicalc 
On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Maxicalc 

We appreciate your care by reporting any bug, sending suggestions or requesting features. 
Feedback is very important to us - we read all of them. Reach us at: 
support@maxicalc.com

## Key features

- Realistic retro LCD interface and sounds
- Portrait mode for basic calculations
- Landscape mode for scientific functions
- Multi-memory slots
- Multiple paper tapes for history
- AirPrint and email calculation sharing

## What do users think of MaxiCalc Free?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Retro/vintage aesthetic design
- 📋 Paper tape feature for tracking calculations
- 🔊 Realistic calculator sound effects
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy to use
- 📧 Ability to email/print tape records
- 🎯 Accurate calculations
- 💰 Free version available
- 🎮 Fun and enjoyable to use
- 🔢 Large, easy-to-read digits and buttons
- ⚙️ Multiple themes and customization options

**Cons**

- 📢 Excessive pop-up advertisements
- 🔊 Intrusive ad sounds during calculations
- ❌ Full-screen ads interrupt workflow
- 💸 Ads force users to consider paid upgrade
- 🚫 Paid version still shows ads (reported by some users)
- 📱 Limited to iPad (no iPhone version)
- 🔄 App freezes on startup
- 🖥️ Landscape mode issues on some devices
- ⚠️ Calculation errors on older devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes for first 5 seconds on launch
- Landscape mode buttons unresponsive
- Landscape mode hides paper tape image
- Incorrect totals on iPad 3
- No clear function on iPad 3
- Ad appears when deleting tape entries
- Paid Pro version no longer available on App Store
- Family sharing not working as advertised
- Cannot install on multiple devices with same iCloud account

**Most requested features**

- iPhone version of the app
- Ability to add text comments on tape
- Subtle click sounds instead of full adding machine sounds
- Business/accounting functions
- Better landscape mode support
- Print button for WiFi printers
- Calculator support/accessibility features
- Option to turn off specific sound effects

## Recent user reviews (10 of 112)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maxicalc-free-big-retro-lcd-basic-desk-calculator/id657247248/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It’s the best Calculator ever

*2026-07-26, version 1.6.2*

Apple’s Calculator is horrible. It’s boring and this one it’s great. It’s the best Calculator on the App Store.

### 5/5 — I MISS THIS CALCULATOR

*2026-01-06, version 1.6.2*

But theres issues the calculator FREEZES when you go to it for the first 5 seconds

### 1/5 — Too many ads!😡

*2025-11-27, version 1.6.2*

Every time I delete a paper it shows an ad pls fix it🙂

### 5/5 — J’adore

*2025-11-19, version 1.6.2*

J’adore cette calculatrice, elle garde en mémoire nos calculs, formidable!

### 5/5 — My Favorite calculator app.

*2025-09-28, version 1.6.2*

I used this app for several years. Don’t want to be without it.

### 5/5 — The best

*2025-08-31, version 1.6.2*

I have been using app calculators for years. This one is by far the best. Looks cool and works great. Use it just about every day. Lots of features and super user friendly. Accolades to the developers. Five stars all the way.

### 3/5 — Impossible d’imprimer

*2025-04-01, version 1.6.2*

Impossible d’imprimer

### 5/5 — I love this is actually retro!!!

*2024-12-30, version 1.6.2*

I love the fact that this calculator app is retro!!! I love anything that is ‘80s!!!! However, I didn’t expect to get ads with this app. Other than that, I love the retro feel!!! Rock on!!!

### 5/5 — Great Features!

*2024-06-22, version 1.6.2*

I love everything about this calculator.   My favorite feature is the “Vintage Paper Tape” feature. It keeps a running total as you input your numbers which is extremely helpful especially when you have a long list of numbers to add up.  If you accidentally add a number twice or miss inputting numbers, you can see it on the tape right away and fix the problem. With other calculators, you have to start the process all over again.

### 1/5 — Does not work properly in landscape mode

*2024-06-18, version 1.6.2*

In landscape mode only part of the screen is visible (no paper image) and buttons are not responsive.  This is on a new M2 iPad air

## Frequently asked questions about MaxiCalc Free

### What does MaxiCalc Free do?

MaxiCalc Free provides a realistic calculator experience with a retro LCD design and unique sounds. It offers both basic arithmetic operations and advanced scientific functions, along with features like multi-memory and paper tape history to track your calculations.

### What are the key features of MaxiCalc Free?

Key features include an incredibly responsive and detailed interface with realistic sounds, two modes of operation (portrait for basic, landscape for scientific), multiple tapes for tracking entries, memory slots for complex calculations, and the ability to copy/paste numbers. It also supports trigonometric functions in degrees and radians.

### Is MaxiCalc Free a paid app?

No, MaxiCalc Free is available for free. The provided information indicates it is a free application without in-app purchases or ads.

### What devices is MaxiCalc Free compatible with?

The app description mentions Retina Display graphics, suggesting compatibility with Apple devices. It also supports AirPrint technology for printing, which is a feature commonly found on iOS and macOS.

### How can I use MaxiCalc Free for complex calculations or sharing?

For complex calculations, you can utilize the multi-memory slots and the scientific functions available in landscape mode. To share your work, you can print calculations using AirPrint technology or email them directly to friends or colleagues.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2017-01-26

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Please: write a review after updating - even if you already did in the past. It really helps us!
• Updated for iOS 10 compatibility
• Aesthetic bug fixes

### 1.6.1 — 2014-10-26

• Fix: Paper Tape now works perfectly after updating.

### 1.6 — 2014-10-09

• Updated for iOS 8 compatibility

### 1.5 — 2014-02-27

• 8 new languages: Arabic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Turkish, Simplified-Chinese, Traditional-Chinese
Better layout (by moving Ads to the bottom): 
• memory and main scientific functions are now usable also in Portrait 
• paper tape shows the same number of lines as the Pro MaxiCalc

Bug fixes:
• ×/÷ Priority switch was not always working when creating new tapes...

### 1.4 — 2014-01-16

Feature:
- In "Round for Currency" mode, Display now shows the same decimal places as the tape.

Bug fixes:
- Rounding of 'n-root', when 'n' was an odd number.
- 'Undefined' calculating 'n-root' when 'n' was an odd number and base was a negative number.

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## More apps by Fernando Sciessere

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All apps by Fernando Sciessere: https://appshunter.io/developer/366268787

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