Comparison

A3Calc vs AGD Remote

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

Head to head
About

A3Calc

Features
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A3 Small Format Interchangeable Core Calculator (sister app of A2Calc and A4Calc) ---Programmed by a Locksmith, for Locksmiths--- Automatically calculates the pinning chart for A3 SFIC. Built for 6 or 7 pin systems, however, less can be achieved by using a decimal to erase a chamber. Minimum of a control and master key are required to make a chart. Additional change key available for all devices; 2 change keys available for 16:9 screen devices. Randomize function will generate completely random charts each time it is triggered. "Lock/Unlock" toggle disables/enables all inputs and functions to prevent unwanted/lost changes. Control Finder is an added bonus by reverse engineering a core to determine the control key's bitting. This is perfect when needing to remove multiple cores in a building when the control key has been lost. There are two methods for achieving the control key: 1. using the master, control, and bottom pins, or 2. using only the top/driver pins. Up to 16 different projects can be saved at any one given time. All projects are encrypted and protected with a passcode when stored on your device. All projects can be exported via AirPrint and Email. Compatibility: iPhone / iPod touch on iOS 8.0 or later and iPad on iOS 12.0 or later. Found a bug? Something not working? Have a suggestion? Feel free to contact me via email: farren@phoxlocks.com

About

AGD Remote

Features
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This app allows you to manage you AdGuard DNS Account. You can turn on a filter, view logs, check out device status etc. You can manage almost every settings. No server form me, just you and AdGuard server. Native iOS UI design make it feels smooth. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

A3Calc4 screens
AGD Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AGD Remote at Free against A3Calc's $1.99. AGD Remote also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 18 months). A3Calc's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.2). On 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

AGD Remote is free to download; A3Calc costs $1.99 up front. AGD Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. A3Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A3Calc ships an update every 18 months, AGD Remote every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
A3Calc versus AGD Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA3CalcAGD Remote
Price$1.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarren DomeniciHung Yu Chiu

In-app purchases

None

A3Calc

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

AGD Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Feature Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Pro Feature Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock All Features$14.99

Questions

Is A3Calc free?
A3Calc costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AGD Remote free?
AGD Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A3Calc or AGD Remote have ads?
Neither A3Calc nor AGD Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A3Calc or AGD Remote?
A3Calc ships an update every 18 months, and AGD Remote every 6 days. Most recently, A3Calc was updated on November 8, 2026 and AGD Remote on November 15, 2026.

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