Comparison

CASIO fx vs Calculate84 Plus

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

Head to head
About

CASIO fx

This app provides advanced mathematical and scientific calculation tools, including graphing and a computer algebra system. It offers a user interface similar to the handheld fx-CG500, with access to various applications like eActivity, Spreadsheet, Geometry, and Physium. It's designed to enhance learning for both new and experienced users.

Highlights
  • Complex calculations
  • Graph drawing
  • Computer Algebra System (CAS)
  • eActivity for worksheets
  • Spreadsheet with statistical analysis
  • Geometry with animations
  • Physium periodic table and constants
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●App Overview fx-CG500 comes equipped to perform complex calculations, draw graphs, and to use a computer algebra system (CAS) to investigate mathematics and solve problems. It has a user interface in the style of the handheld fx-CG500, a tool used in classrooms worldwide. This app will be beneficial for both new and experienced fx-CG500 users. fx-CG500 in combination with the free activities available from CASIO can help to take your study of mathematics to the next level. ●Trial Version vs Monthly Subscription Version After you register for a fx-CG500 Subscription, you will be provided access to a variety of different apps and functions that are essential for math and natural science learning and calculation. ・Applications You get access to a selection of more than 10 new apps that allow you to perform calculations using dynamic visual representations of math and natural science concepts. Four typical applications, each of which is essential for math and natural science learning and calculations, are described below. -eActivity eActivity lets you input math expressions and textual explanations in files that can then be used as worksheets. -Spreadsheet In addition to standard spreadsheet calculations, this app also provides statistical chart analysis and statistical calculation capabilities. -Geometry Geometry makes it possible for students to grasp relationships between figures using number tables and animations. -Physium Physium provides access to a periodic table and scientific constants for calculations. ・Functions You get additional access to more than 300 middle and higher grade math functions, including calculus, complex numbers, probability distribution, and more. ●Monthly Subscription ・Subscription Fee and Period A subscription costs $1.99 per month (calculated from your date of purchase), automatically renewed each month until you cancel your subscription. Billing is through your iTunes account. ・Automatic Renewal Details Subscriptions are renewed automatically as long as the subscriber does not cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Billing for an automatically renewed subscription will be performed within 24 hours after the auto renewal. ・Checking Your Current Subscription Status and Canceling a Subscription (by Stopping Auto Renewal) You can check your current subscription status by navigating to the applicable page as shown below. [Settings > iTunes & App Store > Tap your Apple ID. > View Apple ID > Subscriptions] On the page that appears, you can check your next auto renewal date, and cancel or reconfigure your auto renewal. *You can also use iTunes to check your next auto renewal date, and cancel or reconfigure your auto renewal. ・Partial Month Cancellation Cancellation of a subscription partway through a month is not allowed. ・Terms of use http://edu.casio.com/software_app/app/termsofuse/en.html ・Privacy Policy http://world.casio.com/privacy/

About

Calculate84 Plus

This app provides advanced scientific and graphing calculator functionality. It allows users to plot multiple functions, perform complex mathematical operations, analyze data with statistics, and manage matrices. An optional subscription unlocks even more features.

Highlights
  • Natural textbook equation input
  • Plot multiple functions with touch controls
  • Advanced math, number, and probability functions
  • 1- and 2- Variable statistics
  • Matrix arithmetic and equation solving
  • Extensive command catalog
Features
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Graph functions, use advanced math commands for your calculations, create tables, and perform statistics. CALCULATE • Type in equations in natural textbook format • The scientific calculator solves all functions like sin, cos, tan, e, ln, Σ, log, ... • Use MATH, NUM, and PROB functions GRAPH • The graphing calculator lets you plot more than ten functions at once, each with a different color • Touch-enabled graph window • Zoom and trace with your fingers in full-screen • Find intersect, min, max, zero, integral, and derivative STATISTICS • Easily enter lists using the Statistics List Editor • Perform 1- and 2- Variable Stats • Find best-fit lines like LinReg, QuadReg, CubicReg, QuartReg, ExpReg • Work with distributions and regressions TABLE • Analyze X and Y values of your functions MATRIX • Do basic matrix arithmetic operations like +, -, *, or power of a Matrix • Put the matrix into Reduced Row-Echelon form and solve linear equation systems • Calculate the determinant, inversion or transpose the matrix CATALOG • Extensive catalog of all commands with syntax, example, and possible error messages CONTACT Write to us at contact@hypercalc.org --- For extended features such as more advanced calculations and functions, subscribe to HyperCalc. Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms: • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period; • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal; • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase; • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable; • Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. Terms of Service: http://www.hypercalc.org/terms.html Privacy Policy: http://www.hypercalc.org/privacy.html

Screenshots

CASIO fx4 screens
Calculate84 Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Calculate84 Plus at 4.5 against CASIO fx's 2.7. Calculate84 Plus also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 33%) and ratings volume (305 vs 9). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. CASIO fx sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and Calculate84 Plus sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Calculate84 Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculate84 Plus has 305 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of CASIO fx's written reviews are positive against 64% of Calculate84 Plus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CASIO fx ships an update every 6 months, Calculate84 Plus every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CASIO fx versus Calculate84 Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCASIO fxCalculate84 Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9 ratings)4.5 (305 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews64.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9305 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.Di Venisco UG (haftungsbeschrankt)

Customer experience

CASIO fx

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%

Calculate84 Plus

All ratings305 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive64.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative24.0%

Bugs and requests

CASIO fx

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Calculate84 Plus

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Domain incorrect in y= table
  • App closes when pulling up table
  • Cannot input negative matrices
  • App freezes during IAP search
  • Cannot drag functions

Requested features

10 requests
  • Dark mode
  • Numeric solver (free)
  • 2nd function
  • Chinese language support
  • Tutorial videos
Show 5 more
  • Settings button (color theme, subscription details)
  • Standard calculator mode
  • Show premium features in description
  • Ability to create programs
  • More TI-84 Plus CE features

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CASIO fx

Subscriptions1
  • fx-CG500 1 Month Subscription$1.991 Month
10 purchases

Calculate84 Plus

Subscriptions8
  • HyperCalc - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • HyperCalc - Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • HyperCalc - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • HyperCalc - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • HyperCalc - Yearly$14.991 Year
  • HyperCalc - Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • HyperCalc - Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • HyperCalc - Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • HyperCalc - Lifetime$29.99
  • HyperCalc - Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is CASIO fx free?
CASIO fx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Calculate84 Plus free?
Calculate84 Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CASIO fx or Calculate84 Plus?
Calculate84 Plus is rated higher. CASIO fx averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Calculate84 Plus averages 4.5 from 305 ratings.
Do CASIO fx or Calculate84 Plus have ads?
Neither CASIO fx nor Calculate84 Plus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CASIO fx or Calculate84 Plus?
CASIO fx ships an update every 6 months, and Calculate84 Plus every 2 months. Most recently, CASIO fx was updated on June 10, 2026 and Calculate84 Plus on September 21, 2026.

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