Comparison

CalcFormula vs FormulaPad

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

Head to head
About

CalcFormula

Features
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CalcFormula is a formula calculator designed for study and work. It helps you save frequently used expressions, reuse them anytime, and reduce repetitive typing and recalculation. Create and manage your own formula entries, then input variable values to get results instantly. For complex expressions, CalcFormula provides clear formula display and editing so you can verify structure and avoid input mistakes. Whether you are reviewing for school, doing engineering conversions, making financial estimates, or handling daily repeated calculations, CalcFormula helps you build a reusable personal formula library. Key Features: Formula Management: Create, edit, and delete formulas in one place Variable Input: Enter parameter values and calculate in real time Formula Display: Readable rendered formula preview Common Formula Library: Built-in references for quick access Local Data: Your formulas are stored locally on your device

About

FormulaPad

A local-first math notebook calculator for iPhone. Type natural formulas, reuse variables, and save calculations as notes. Includes practical templates and unit conversions for everyday math needs.

Highlights
  • Natural formula input
  • Variable reuse
  • Calculation history
  • Math notes
  • Practical templates
  • Unit conversion
  • Function plotting
Features
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FormulaPad is a local-first math notebook calculator for iPhone. Type natural formulas, reuse variables, keep calculation history, save useful results as notes, and use practical templates for everyday math. FormulaPad is built for students, teachers, engineers, and anyone who wants calculations to stay organized after the answer appears. Key features: - Natural formula input and scientific functions - Variables such as price = 299 and count = 12 - Calculation history with reuse and favorites - Math notes with title, category, remarks, and result - Templates for percentage, discount, compound interest, BMI, loan payment, average, triangle area, and speed - Unit conversion for length, weight, area, volume, temperature, time, and speed - Simple function plotting for expressions such as x^2 and sin(x) - Local data storage, no account required - FormulaPad Pro is a one-time unlock, not a subscription FormulaPad does not include ads, third-party analytics, tracking, or a custom account system.

Screenshots

CalcFormula4 screens
FormulaPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FormulaPad at 17.0 against CalcFormula's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. CalcFormula sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FormulaPad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
CalcFormula versus FormulaPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalcFormulaFormulaPad
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyβ€”Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size16 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerδ»²θΎΎ 倏小倩 徐

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CalcFormula

One-time1
  • CalcFormula PRO$0.99
1 purchases

FormulaPad

One-time1
  • FormulaPad Pro$0.99

Questions

Is CalcFormula free?
CalcFormula is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FormulaPad free?
FormulaPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CalcFormula or FormulaPad have ads?
Neither CalcFormula nor FormulaPad shows ads.

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