Comparison

Calculator Pro basic vs PopCalculator

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

Head to head
About

Calculator Pro basic

This calculator app allows extensive customization of its appearance and button functions. Users can personalize wallpapers, button shapes, colors, and even the position of function buttons. It supports various calculation methods and display modes for a tailored user experience.

Highlights
  • Customizable button shapes, colors, and positions
  • Set custom wallpaper backgrounds
  • Multiple calculation methods and rounding modes
  • Adjustable decimal places and angle units
  • History log with display options
  • Supports portrait and landscape modes
Features
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Calculator Pro basic can change the position and the function of the button and set the wallpaper background freely, not to mention the color and the shape. Optimized to multitasking function of iOS.You can easy to call this app in a "Split View" or "Slide Over". The screen layout will change automatically according to the portrait or landscape mode on your iPad and iPhone and the big buttons fitted to the size and mode of display are easy to view for the user. Try to create your own calculator suitable for your tastes by using abundant setting well. FEATURES : Calculation : - Two Calculation method : functional or sequential - Three rounding mode : rounding , up or cut - Number of digits after the decimal point : free , zero , one , two , three or four - Angle unit : degree or radian Appearance : - Color or Wallpaper : Set the wallpaper with a photograph or a camera, or select a background color - Number Format : Select a digit grouping and decimal point from among the 8 types including India format - Sound of buttons : Select the button sound from nine timbres or turn off Result: - Character color:Freely set color by the slider - Background color:Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Expression color:Freely set color or hide by the slider Button : - Shape : Square , Round Square , Circle , Diamond , Heart or Cogwheel - Size : Large , Medium or Small - Dimensions : Flat , Solid or Outline - Character color:Freely set color by the slider - Background color:Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Position : The position of buttons are freely changed - Function button : Three function buttons can be changed, thease button is include Grand total, Rand, Sine,1/x, Route, etc... History : - Equals : Over write last result or Add the result the history - Vertical (portrait) mode : Indication Left , Hidden or Indication Right - Horizontal (landscape) mode : Indication place Left or Right - character color:Freely set color by the slider - background color:Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Expression color:Freely set color or hide by the slider SUPPORTS : Non retina and Retina display on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. iPhone 4 to 8 plus, iPhone SE, iPhone X, iPad 2 to iPad Pro and iPad mini to iPad mini 4 , iPod touch 3gen and later. iOS 8.0 and later.

About

PopCalculator

A fun and simple calculator app that goes beyond basic functions. Users can view past calculations, customize color themes, and choose unique text styles like dot or line animation. It aims to make everyday calculations more enjoyable.

Highlights
  • Basic calculation functions
  • Past calculation history (up to 30)
  • Customizable color settings
  • Unique text styles (dot, line animation)
  • Simple and cute interface
Features
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This is a calculator which makes calculation very fun. You can check the past calculation history and change the color setting besides the basic calculation functions. You can also set the style of type not only as a normal one, but also as a dot style and a line animation. Have a good calculator life! * The past calculation history is up to 30 for this version to prevent a memory pressure. 【Disclaimer】 While we try our best, we will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by the use of this application such as bugs or errors.

Screenshots

Calculator Pro basic4 screens
PopCalculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Calculator Pro basic at 5.0 against PopCalculator's 4.0. Calculator Pro basic also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. PopCalculator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Calculator Pro basic asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Calculator Pro basic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calculator Pro basic ships an update every 3 weeks, PopCalculator every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on August 3, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Calculator Pro basic versus PopCalculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalculator Pro basicPopCalculator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKenichi YoshikawaYosuke Seki

Customer experience

Calculator Pro basic

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PopCalculator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Calculator Pro basic

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PopCalculator

One-time1
  • Remove ads$1.99

Questions

Is Calculator Pro basic free?
Calculator Pro basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PopCalculator free?
PopCalculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Calculator Pro basic or PopCalculator?
Calculator Pro basic is rated higher. Calculator Pro basic averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PopCalculator averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Calculator Pro basic or PopCalculator have ads?
PopCalculator shows ads; Calculator Pro basic does not.
Which is updated more often, Calculator Pro basic or PopCalculator?
Calculator Pro basic ships an update every 3 weeks, and PopCalculator every 3 months. Most recently, Calculator Pro basic was updated on August 3, 2026 and PopCalculator on September 9, 2026.

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