# Dice by PCalc vs Roll Master

The clearest difference is price: Roll Master at Free against Dice by PCalc's $1.99. Roll Master also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Dice by PCalc's advantage is chart position (#78 vs unranked) and device support (5 vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

Roll Master is free to download; Dice by PCalc costs $1.99 up front. Dice by PCalc sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Roll Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dice by PCalc | Roll Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (337 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dice-by-pcalc/id1468680083/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **337** | — |
| Positive reviews | 90.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | **#78** | — |
| Size | 306 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TLA Systems Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284666225) | [Bartosz Borowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871421518) |

## What reviewers say

### Dice by PCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dice-by-pcalc/id1468680083)

**Currently charting:** #78 Top Paid · Board, #123 Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

This app simulates polyhedral dice with realistic 3D graphics for tabletop role-playing games. It allows for custom dice creation, saving presets, and supports various game mechanics like advantage/disadvantage and modifiers. It also offers companion apps and AR functionality.

**Highlights:** Physics-based dice simulation, Near-photorealistic 3D graphics, Custom dice creation with text, emoji, or images, Save named presets for quick rolls, Support for advantage/disadvantage and modifiers, Companion Apple Watch app, Augmented Reality (AR) support

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enormous Tip | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Stunning visual design and graphics
- 🎲 Realistic physics engine for dice rolling
- 🎨 Extensive customization options for dice
- 📱 Works seamlessly across iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS
- 🔊 Satisfying sound effects and haptic feedback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Apple Watch app crashes frequently
- 🔋 High battery consumption and device heating
- 📐 UI takes up significant space in portrait mode
- 🎥 Camera angles awkward when rolling multiple dice
- 📚 Steep learning curve for interface navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Apple Watch app crashes on launch (watchOS)
- Apple Watch app glitches and stutters after initial rolls
- Apple Watch app no longer functions on Apple Watch Ultra 2
- Physics-based rolling doesn't always appear realistic

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app stability and functionality
- Reroll options with drop settings for Warhammer 40k
- Multiplayer/shared dice rolling mechanic
- Additional polyhedral dice (3, 5, 7, 14, 16, 24, 30-sided)
- More color options, especially green and purple


### Roll Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roll-master-dice-roller/id6758203964)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dice by PCalc free?

Dice by PCalc costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Roll Master free?

Roll Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Dice by PCalc or Roll Master have ads?

Neither Dice by PCalc nor Roll Master shows ads.

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