Comparison

Amai Calc Lite vs PuchCalc

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

Head to head
About

Amai Calc Lite

Features
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"Amai Calc Lite" is a simple calculator app with a colorful, candy-like interface. - The full expression is always visible, so you never lose track of your calculation. - Haptic feedback (can be toggled on/off) makes every tap feel satisfying and precise. - Made a mistake? No problem — just tap the backspace key to correct your expression. - Tap anywhere in the expression to move the cursor and re-enter any number or operator on the spot. - Your previous calculation result is displayed as history for easy reference. - Choose from 2 display themes to suit your style. ◆ For even more features, check out the full version — "Amai Calc"! With Amai Calc, you get: - No ads. Ever. - 13 themes and matching icons — pick a color that fits your mood. - 9 digit separator styles to choose from — spaces, commas, periods, Japanese notation, and more. - A history list of up to 20 entries. Every number in the history view doubles as a re-entry button, making it easy to reuse the same values repeatedly. - A built-in one-handed mode, great for larger screens — calculate quickly no matter the situation. - Copy and paste your results with ease. - Hardware keyboard support — type your calculations on iPad or Mac just as naturally.

About

PuchCalc

Features
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<Fashionable function> You can choose the design from 13 themes. You can also change the shape and font of the buttons, expanding the range of designs. <Convenient for shopping> Just add them in the order of purchase, and the total amount will be displayed in the history. ・In parentheses are tax-included ・When automatic recalculation is on, the calculation history can be recalculated.  Even if you add it by mistake, it will be automatically recalculated by deleting the wrong line. ・Consumption tax calculation is also displayed automatically. <Calculation history function> The calculation remains as a history and can be reconfirmed after the calculation. The calculation history can be shared externally, and can be sent to e-mail, Twitter, etc. Features) ・Fashionable function:You can choose the overall design, button shape and font. ・Calculation history function:The calculation remains as a calculation history. ・Calculation history sharing function:The calculation history can be sent to an external compatible app. ・Compatible with iPad ・Language support:It is displayed in the supported languages according to the set languages of Japanese, English, and iOS. *Advertisement will be displayed. *Advertisement non-display PuchCalc Pro is also available, please use it.

Screenshots

Amai Calc Lite2 screens
PuchCalc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Amai Calc Lite at every 3 days against PuchCalc's monthly. PuchCalc's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Amai Calc Lite ships an update every 3 days, PuchCalc monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Amai Calc Lite versus PuchCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAmai Calc LitePuchCalc
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.614.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAmaitorteJutaro Kimura

In-app purchases

None

Amai Calc Lite

No in-app purchases

None

PuchCalc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Amai Calc Lite free?
Amai Calc Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PuchCalc free?
PuchCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Amai Calc Lite or PuchCalc have ads?
Both Amai Calc Lite and PuchCalc show ads.
Which is updated more often, Amai Calc Lite or PuchCalc?
Amai Calc Lite ships an update every 3 days, and PuchCalc monthly. Most recently, Amai Calc Lite was updated on October 29, 2026 and PuchCalc on October 25, 2026.

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