Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs Tip Calculator ‎

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

Head to head
About

Microsoft Surface

Manage and personalize your audio devices. Update firmware, view device information, and adjust settings like equalizer and volume. Connect and control devices, and access tutorials for assistance.

Highlights
  • Update earbuds and headphones
  • View and change device info
  • View battery and volume
  • Personalize settings
  • Change equalizer settings
  • Control connected devices
  • Reset devices
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Here are the things you can do: • Update your earbuds and headphones • View and change device info • View battery info and volume level • Personalize settings • Change equalizer settings to get the sound you want • Control which devices are connected • Change language settings • Reset your earbuds and headphones to the factory settings • Watch tutorial videos • Send us feedback

About

Tip Calculator ‎

Features
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The Tip Calculator That Actually Makes Tipping Fun! Tired of annoying ads you can never figure out how to close? So are we! NO ADS EVER!!! Tired of awkward math at dinner? Skip the mental gymnastics and calculate perfect tips in seconds with the most delightfully designed tip calculator on the App Store. GORGEOUS THEMES & WIDGETS • 15+ stunning color themes (including wild animated ones!) • Interactive home screen widgets - calculate tips without opening the app • Flying toasters, Matrix rain, and other nostalgic animations • Instagram-worthy gradients that make math look good LIGHTNING FAST & SIMPLE • Instant tip calculations as you type • Smart bill splitting for groups • One-tap percentage adjustments (15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) • Works perfectly offline - no internet required PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlock all premium themes with a one-time purchase • No subscriptions, no monthly fees • Interactive widgets for your home screen PERFECT FOR: • Date nights and dinner outings • Group meals and bill splitting • Anyone who wants to tip fairly and quickly WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: • Clean, intuitive design that just works • Faster than your phone's calculator • Actually fun to use (seriously!) • Made with love "Finally, a tip calculator with commitment to the bit." - Everyone who sees the flying toasters. Download now and never do tip math in your head again! Your server (and your friends) will thank you. End User License Agreement: https://zaffles.bitbucket.io/tip/terms_of_use.html

Screenshots

Microsoft Surface4 screens
Tip Calculator ‎4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microsoft Surface at none against Tip Calculator ‎'s 1. Microsoft Surface also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.5). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Tip Calculator ‎ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Microsoft Surface asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Microsoft Surface ships an update every 2 months, Tip Calculator ‎ every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Microsoft Surface versus Tip Calculator ‎: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrosoft SurfaceTip Calculator ‎
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (159 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings159 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMicrosoft CorporationZaffles LLC

Bugs and requests

Microsoft Surface

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App stuck on scanning/searching for headphones
  • Bluetooth connection drops during calls
  • App won't recognize headphones even when paired
  • Authentication hangs on 'Authenticating' screen
  • Constant red light indicator issues
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  • Firmware updates cause connection degradation
  • App fails to load when headphones are connected
  • Pairing mode limbo after power cycling
  • Earbud chirping and constant disconnections
  • Uneven battery drain between earbuds
  • App incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

9 requests
  • MacOS app support
  • iPad landscape mode support
  • Customizable gesture controls
  • Better device switching between paired devices
  • More EQ preset options
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  • Xbox wireless compatibility
  • Ability to disable automatic noise cancellation on calls
  • Case battery level indicator
  • Computer/device management features

Tip Calculator ‎

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Microsoft Surface

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Tip Calculator ‎

One-time1
  • Tip Calculator Supporter$0.99

Questions

Is Microsoft Surface free?
Microsoft Surface is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tip Calculator ‎ free?
Tip Calculator ‎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Microsoft Surface or Tip Calculator ‎ have ads?
Neither Microsoft Surface nor Tip Calculator ‎ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Microsoft Surface or Tip Calculator ‎?
Microsoft Surface ships an update every 2 months, and Tip Calculator ‎ every 8 months. Most recently, Microsoft Surface was updated on September 29, 2026 and Tip Calculator ‎ on June 1, 2026.

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