Comparison

Scientific Calculator DES vs RF Tools ++

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

Head to head
About

Scientific Calculator DES

This advanced calculator offers engineers and mathematicians a powerful tool with intuitive, multi-line display and left-to-right data entry. It supports various number bases, notations, and includes extensive statistical analysis and graphing capabilities. All features are available for a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • Multi-line display with left-to-right entry
  • Supports Hex, Binary, Octal number bases
  • Decimal, Scientific, Fractional notation
  • Angle entry in degrees, radians, gradians, turns
  • 10 Memory Registers
  • Advanced statistics and graphing
  • Import CSV files for data sets
Features
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The DES-38D is an easy-to-use, multi-line Scientific Calculator with intuitive, left-to-right data entry & display. It was designed and developed by a professional engineer with a variety of features to suit the needs of engineers and mathematicians, including extensive statistical analysis & graphing capabilities. However, it is extremely simple to use and is suitable for anyone who needs an advanced calculator. The name of the DES-38D calculator comes from the fact that it utilizes base-10 arithmetic which can represent numbers with a 38-digit mantissa and an exponent range of -128 to + 127. The DES-38D is universal app that is fully functional in both portrait and landscape modes on all iPad and iPhone devices. No need to rotate to landscape unless you need a wider display area. All current and future features are included for one low price. We will never nag you for more money. KEY FEATURES: • Supports Hex, Binary, and Octal number bases in 64-bit, 32-bit, 16-bit, or 8-bit word lengths • Accepts data entry in Decimal, Scientific, or Fractional notation (& they can be mixed) • Memory and Result data can be displayed in Decimal, Scientific, or Fractional notation independently of how the equation was entered • Angle entry and computations can be performed in degrees, radians, gradians, or turns • 10 Memory Registers • 4 Display Lines: Equations, Result, current Memory Register, and Error/Information Messages • All Display Lines read in normal human, left-to-right form • The [-] key can be used for subtraction or negation as you type - no need to use the [+/-] key after the fact (although you can) • All equations are evaluated, and the Result field is updated "on-the-fly" as you enter your formula. The [=] key merely saves the equation & result to the History/Tape file • All Equations & Results are saved in a History/Tape file • Equations & Results can be recalled from the History/Tape file for reuse in other equations • Sliders to rapidly adjust Display Precision, Decimal-to-Scientific notation switching, and Decimal to Fraction notation switching • Keys for e and π plus a table with many additional scientific and mathematical constants that can easily be included in equations • Extensive built-in help screens • Copy and paste with simple tap and long touch gestures • Use swipe gestures to rapidly display all Memory Registers at once, all Constants, and the History/Tape file • Fast and simple advanced statistics functions - simply enter a data set and instantly get over 90 statistical calculations including 8 different regressions as well as a graphic plot of the regression lines • Up to 10 Statistics Data Sets with the ability to import CSV files and print, email, or share Data Sets and Calculation Results ------------------------------- LIST OF MATH & LOGIC FUNCTIONS • Add, Subtract, Multiply & Divide (of course) • Floored and Euclidean Modulus • Percentages - including Percentage, Add-On, Discount, and Ratio calculations • Square, Cube, and nth roots • Square, Cube, and nth powers • Base-10, Base-2, Base-n, and Natural Logarithms • 24 Trigonometric Functions • Combinations & Permutations • Coordinate Conversions between Polar & Rectangular • A number of Random Number Generators to simulate coin flips, dice throws, card draws and general purpose random numbers • Reciprocals • Factorials & Double Factorials • AND, NAND, OR, NOR, XOR, XNOR, NOT • Shift and Rotate Bits * Advanced Statistics with over 90 statistics values including the results of 8 different regressions plus graphing capability ------------------------- We welcome your feedback. The app includes an email option to send comments or suggestions to us at support@dohmann.com If you enjoy our app, please rate and review us in the App Store. Thank you for using DES-38D.

About

RF Tools ++

Features
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RF Tools provides essential utilities for RF and link budget calculations including: Antenna Factor, Field Intensity, Phase, Time Delay, Wavelength, Cable Calculator, Cable Loss, Cable K1 K2 estimator, dBm/Watts conversions, dBµA/Amps conversions, dBµV/Volts conversions, Gain conversions, Power conversions, Free Space Loss, VHF/UHF Line of Sight, Fade Margin, Link Margin, Radar Max/Min Range, VSWR/Power/Return Loss Conversions, Radar Equation Solver and several reference items. The cable loss tool includes generic cables and many cables from Andrew, Beiden, Harbour Industries, Huber+Suhner, IW-Microwave, MegaPhase, Micro-Coax, PIC Wire & Cable, Times Microwave and Webro. Calculations are added regularly

Screenshots

Scientific Calculator DES4 screens
RF Tools ++4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RF Tools ++ at $1.99 against Scientific Calculator DES's $5.99. RF Tools ++ also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Scientific Calculator DES's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On 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

Scientific Calculator DES costs $5.99 and RF Tools ++ $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scientific Calculator DES ships an update every 5 weeks, RF Tools ++ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scientific Calculator DES versus RF Tools ++: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScientific Calculator DESRF Tools ++
Price$5.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDohmann Engineering ServicesJeff Curtis

In-app purchases

None

Scientific Calculator DES

No in-app purchases

None

RF Tools ++

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scientific Calculator DES free?
Scientific Calculator DES costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RF Tools ++ free?
RF Tools ++ costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scientific Calculator DES or RF Tools ++ have ads?
Neither Scientific Calculator DES nor RF Tools ++ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scientific Calculator DES or RF Tools ++?
Scientific Calculator DES ships an update every 5 weeks, and RF Tools ++ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scientific Calculator DES was updated on October 24, 2026 and RF Tools ++ on October 27, 2026.

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