Comparison

FMS Calculator vs NAVADMIN Viewer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FMS Calculator

This app calculates potential Final Multiple Scores (FMS) for enlisted Sailors eligible for advancement. It allows users to explore "what if" scenarios by inputting FMS elements and provides historical data and graphical breakdowns. The app also links to relevant Navy advancement policies and guidance.

Highlights
  • FMS "what if" scenario calculation
  • Historical FMS score comparison
  • Graphical FMS breakdown
  • Pay grade-specific scoring
  • Links to Navy advancement policies
Features
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An official U.S. Navy mobile application produced by the PMW 240 Program This mobile app calculates “what if” Final Multiple Scores (FMS) for E4 to E6 enlisted Sailors eligible for advancement to pay grades E5 to E7. This calculator gives Sailors a total score based on the input of individual FMS elements and provides helpful information for navigating the FMS parameters and elements. The FMS Calculator app also provides an FMS pie chart breakdown and a historical view by branch class, exam rate, and group, if applicable. In this release, E4 has been removed from the mobile app, as E4 advancement is no longer determined by FMS. This release includes the latest E5/6/7 FMS minimum cut scores. KEY FEATURES -- FMS Calculator: A simple single-screen display enables users to populate FMS elements with data representing individual accomplishments and other required data. The calculator features drop-down menus and value inputs that allow users to explore “what if” scenarios. -- FMS History: The FMS Calculator app features numerical and graphical views of “what if” FMS scenarios compared to historical FMS minimum cut scores. -- Personalization: The FMS Calculator mobile app is programmed to account for the different formulas used at each pay grade and gives users the ability to display maximum points that can be accumulated for each element. -- Policy/Guidance: The app includes links to specific policy in the Navy Advancement Manual, NEAS NAVADMINS, and helpful Navy-sponsored websites with FAQs and NEAS information. FMS Content Notice: Some information contained in the application may be out of date or no longer valid. This information is checked periodically for accuracy and updated as needed via the release of periodic FMS software updates.

About

NAVADMIN Viewer

Access and search official Navy and Marine Corps administrative messages on your mobile device. View messages offline, find referenced publications easily, and utilize features like Spotlight Search and Siri Shortcuts. An experimental tool can even identify military ribbons and medals.

Highlights
  • Searchable message database
  • Offline message viewing
  • Automatic message fetching
  • Highlighted referenced publications
  • Experimental Uniform Detector
  • Customizable font options
Features
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Read and search within Navy and Marine Corps messages anywhere. NAVADMIN, ALNAV, MARADMIN, and ALMAR messages available and searchable on the go. NAVADMIN Viewer automatically fetches the latest messages as they are released. Messages are stored locally and available for offline viewing. Referenced publications within a message are automatically highlighted for quick viewing and search. Message statistics reflect recent stars and views. Choose from a variety of fonts to view messages in Settings. Experimental Uniform Detector detects common military ribbons and medals using the camera. Additional features: - Handoff - Spotlight Search - Siri Shortcuts - Home Screen Quick Actions NAVADMINs and ALNAVs are Navy administrative messages. MARADMINs and ALMARs are Marine Corps administrative messages. This app comes with No Warranty of Accuracy. All data is provided as is and the user is responsible for verifying any data with offical sources. Use of this app is subject to the Terms of Use (EULA) at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

FMS Calculator4 screens
NAVADMIN Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NAVADMIN Viewer at 4.6 against FMS Calculator's 1.7. NAVADMIN Viewer also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 67). FMS Calculator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NAVADMIN Viewer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. FMS Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NAVADMIN Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NAVADMIN Viewer has 1.1K ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of FMS Calculator's written reviews are positive against 30% of NAVADMIN Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FMS Calculator ships an update every 6 months, NAVADMIN Viewer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FMS Calculator versus NAVADMIN Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFMS CalculatorNAVADMIN Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (67 ratings)4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews29.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings671.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB3 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperProgram Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems, Sea Warrior ProgramAnson Liu

Customer experience

FMS Calculator

All ratings67 ratings
Positive14.9%
Neutral1.5%
Negative83.6%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral2.2%
Negative77.8%

NAVADMIN Viewer

All ratings1,082 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.5%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive29.5%
Neutral4.5%
Negative65.9%

Bugs and requests

FMS Calculator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NAVADMIN Viewer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashing or shutting down
  • Compatibility issues with device updates

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add widgets for quick access
  • Include more Navy resources (ALNAV, FORCM, etc.)
  • Improve notification system

In-app purchases

None

FMS Calculator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NAVADMIN Viewer

Subscriptions1
  • Extended Access1 Year trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is FMS Calculator free?
FMS Calculator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NAVADMIN Viewer free?
NAVADMIN Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FMS Calculator or NAVADMIN Viewer?
NAVADMIN Viewer is rated higher. FMS Calculator averages 1.7 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while NAVADMIN Viewer averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.
Do FMS Calculator or NAVADMIN Viewer have ads?
Neither FMS Calculator nor NAVADMIN Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FMS Calculator or NAVADMIN Viewer?
FMS Calculator ships an update every 6 months, and NAVADMIN Viewer every 2 days. Most recently, FMS Calculator was updated on July 5, 2026 and NAVADMIN Viewer on September 16, 2026.

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