Minimal Calc vs Calculation
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Minimal Calc
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The minimal calc specialize in users who do not use special features, and are satisfied with simple design and minimal functions. [Features] ・12-digits display ・Percent calculation ・Number negation ・Delete key
Calculation
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A simple and free calculator app that anyone can use easily. Fast and accurate calculations with automatically saved calculation history. Perfect for daily use, study, and work with a clean and simple design.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Minimal Calc at 3 against Calculation's 1. Minimal Calc also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Minimal Calc ships an update monthly, Calculation every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Minimal Calc | Calculation |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FUKUKAWA LAB | SooRyong Hyun |
In-app purchases
Minimal Calc
No in-app purchases
Calculation
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Minimal Calc or Calculation have ads?
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