Comparison

Dozecal vs SmartPLL

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

Head to head
About

Dozecal

This educational calculator promotes the use of Base Twelve (duodecimal) in math and science. It offers standard mathematical functions in both duodecimal and decimal modes, with automatic conversion between them. It utilizes Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) for calculations.

Highlights
  • Duodecimal and Decimal modes
  • Automatic mode conversion
  • RPN (Reverse Polish Notation) input
  • Standard math functions
  • Trigonometric operations (degrees)
  • Educational tool for Base Twelve
Features
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Dozecal is an educational RPN* calculator to promote the use of Base Twelve in math and science. The usual math functions are available in both DUODECIMAL and DECIMAL modes. Conversion is automatically made when switching from one mode to the other one. Trigonometric operations uses DEGREE as unit of measure. For more information about Base 12, please visit the Dozenal Society of America. * RPN : the Dozecalc calculator uses the Reverse Polish Notation (RPN). This notation seems complex but has many advantages over algebraic notation and is more intuitive once you have understood the idea. The calculator has a stack and any operation that requires two numbers is using the bottom stack layers (X and Y). Key ENTER to push the stack up and separate one number from the next. To perform arithmetic, key in the first number, press ENTER to separate the first number from the second, then key in the second number and then select and operator such as the numerical functions +, -, * or /. The result appears immediately after you press the numerical function key. The operator is keyed in only after both operands are in the stack. Example: calculate 3 + 4 Key sequence: 3 ENTER 4 + Result: 7 The result of any operation may itself become an operand. You do not need to press enter again to use the result. The "7" is already entered. Example: add 2 to the previous result Key sequence: 2 + Result: 9 Example: calculate 5 * (3 + 4) Key sequence: 3 ENTER 4 + 5 * Alternate key sequence: 5 ENTER 3 ENTER 4 + * Disclaimer: results and precision may occasionally be incorrect. Should you report them at johan@unumdesignum.com, and the author will be happy to fix !

About

SmartPLL

This application allows users to program and control Z-COMM SSG series Smart Phase Locked Loop (PLL) modules. Adjust frequency, sweep mode, step time, and power output via Bluetooth or USB. Features LED status indicators and a rugged enclosure for versatile use.

Highlights
  • Programmable frequency, sweep, and step settings
  • Bluetooth and USB connectivity
  • LED status indicators
  • Rugged enclosure for field use
  • Internal or external reference input
  • High performance RF tool
Features
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The Z-COMM SSG series of Smart Phase Locked Loop (PLL) modules provide high performance in a compact package suitable for any number of applications. Fully programmable through a unique Bluetooth interface, or USB cable, the user may adjust functions such as frequency, sweep mode, step time, step size, and power output, among others. LED indicators provide a visual cue of the status of the various functions. Its rugged enclosure lends itself to in-field use as well as bench top testing. The highly reliable output signal, excellent phase noise, and flexibility of an internal reference or input for an external reference, provides RF engineers with an adaptable RF tool.

Screenshots

Dozecal4 screens
SmartPLL3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartPLL at 5.0 against Dozecal's 4.2. SmartPLL also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 10 months). Dozecal's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartPLL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dozecal has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dozecal ships an update every 10 months, SmartPLL every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dozecal versus SmartPLL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDozecalSmartPLL
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohan KovacsZ-Communications

Customer experience

Dozecal

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

SmartPLL

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dozecal

No in-app purchases

None

SmartPLL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dozecal free?
Dozecal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartPLL free?
SmartPLL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Dozecal or SmartPLL?
SmartPLL is rated higher. Dozecal averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while SmartPLL averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Dozecal or SmartPLL have ads?
Neither Dozecal nor SmartPLL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dozecal or SmartPLL?
Dozecal ships an update every 10 months, and SmartPLL every 3 months. Most recently, Dozecal was updated on November 3, 2026 and SmartPLL on November 3, 2026.

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