Comparison

goRPN vs ManaDecks

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

Head to head
About

goRPN

This app emulates the functionality of the HP-16C calculator using a Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) input method. It is a minimal, open-source utility designed for users familiar with RPN calculators.

Highlights
  • RPN calculator
  • HP-16C stack emulation
  • Open-source software
  • Minimalist design
  • Future functionality expansion
Features
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goRPN is an RPN calculator, with a stack modeled on the HP-16C. It is currently quite minimal, but will eventually adopt more of the functionality of the 16C. goRPN is open-source software. If you would like to contribute, get the source at https://www.github.com/joel-perry/goRPN

About

ManaDecks

Features
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ManaDecks is a deck builder for competitive Magic The Gathering players who need their sideboard plans ready before every match. Building a list is only half the work. Winning also depends on knowing which cards to bring in and take out against each opponent. ManaDecks keeps those plans in one place, so preparation is straightforward. Everything starts with your decklist. You can create unlimited decks across the formats you play and save multiple versions as a list changes. Each deck keeps its own result history, so you can see whether recent changes are working. Sideboard guides are the core of the app. For any matchup you can choose which cards come in and which go out. Keep separate plans for playing first or second, preview the resulting decklist before saving, or store several plans for the same matchup as the meta shifts. You can also write a deck primer covering strategy, mulligans, and key interactions. Match results are tracked so you can measure performance over time. For competitive preparation, ManaDecks offers a look at the current metagame, including tournament decklists, results, and the archetypes showing up in supported formats. Players preparing for Friday Night Magic, RCQs, regional events, leagues, or larger tournaments keep their preparation and results in one place.

Screenshots

goRPN2 screens
ManaDecks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: goRPN at none against ManaDecks's 2. goRPN also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). 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. ManaDecks sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. goRPN asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
goRPN versus ManaDecks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametergoRPNManaDecks
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoel PerryFredrik Bjurhager

In-app purchases

None

goRPN

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ManaDecks

Subscriptions2
  • Plus$1.991 Month
  • Premium$4.991 Month

Questions

Is goRPN free?
goRPN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ManaDecks free?
ManaDecks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do goRPN or ManaDecks have ads?
Neither goRPN nor ManaDecks shows ads.

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