Plus42 vs Signal Scaler
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Plus42
This advanced scientific calculator simulates the HP-42S RPN calculator with enhanced features. It offers algebraic expressions, unit conversions, directories for storage, a larger resizable display, time value of money functions, and 2D plotting with integral and root finding.
- HP-42S RPN calculator simulation
- Algebraic expressions
- Attached units and conversions
- Program and variable directories
- Resizable 8-row, 22-column display
- Time value of money and amortization
- 2D function plotting with zoom and pan
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Plus42 is an advanced scientific programmable calculator, based on Free42. Free42, in turn, is a complete re-implementation of the HP-42S scientific programmable RPN calculator, which was made from 1988 until 1995 by Hewlett-Packard. Free42 is a complete rewrite and contains no HP code whatsoever. Plus42 builds on Free42 and adds: Algebraic expressions modeled after those used on the HP-27S and HP-17B/19B; attached units and unit conversions modeled after those used on the HP-48/49/50 series; directories for more organized storage of programs and variables; a larger display, with 8 rows and 22 columns (131x64 pixels) by default, which the user may resize at will; time value of money and amortization schedules; and two-dimensional plotting of functions, with ability to zoom and pan, and find integrals and roots from points in the plot.
Signal Scaler
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Signal Scaler is a fast, straightforward calculator for instrumentation technicians, controls professionals, electricians, and engineers working with 4–20 mA signals. Quickly convert between: • 4–20 mA signal values • Percentage of calibrated range • User-defined engineering units • Differential-pressure percentage • Square-root flow percentage Enter the transmitter’s lower and upper range values, then calculate the corresponding current, percentage, or engineering-unit value. Features include: • Linear 4–20 mA scaling • Differential-pressure-to-flow square-root calculations • Adjustable LRV and URV • User-defined engineering units • Quick selection of common 8, 12, and 16 mA values • Automatic limits for valid signal and percentage ranges • Simple interface designed for field use • No account required • Works offline Signal Scaler is intended as a convenient calculation aid. Always verify critical values using approved procedures and calibrated test equipment.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Signal Scaler at $0.99 against Plus42's $9.99. Plus42's advantage is chart position (#143 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Plus42 costs $9.99 and Signal Scaler $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Plus42 | Signal Scaler |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (80 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 80 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #143 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Okken | BRENDAN DANIAL MCSHANE |
In-app purchases
Plus42
No in-app purchases
Signal Scaler
No in-app purchases









