Comparison

Smith Charts vs Electronics Toolkit calc

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

Head to head
About

Smith Charts

Design matching networks, analyze device parameters, and compute stability circles with this interactive tool. Supports S parameters, various components, and offers advanced engineering features for RF design. Available in dark mode and exportable to PDF.

Highlights
  • Interactive Smith chart with drag and zoom
  • Design matching networks with various components
  • Compute stability, equi gain, and noise circles
  • Import S parameters from Touchstone files
  • Export designs to PDF, image, or file
  • Dark mode support
  • Ruler for wavelength measurement
Features
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A great experience of the Smith chart. Also in dark mode. Design matching networks, insert S parameters and convert them, or import from touchstone file. Compute stability circles, equi gain and noise circles.  Easy interaction with the Smith chart. This chart can easily replace a physical one, making its use much faster. Smith chart interactivity: - Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac (on Apple Silicon). - Drag and zoom in the chart. - Create multiple Smith Charts and name them. - Switch easily between input and output planes. - Use a ruler and drag it to obtain the wavelength toward generator of a point on the chart, instantly. - Tap the chart to show the coordinates in algebraic notation, you will see also magnitude and phase of that location, and the corresponding impedance. - Insert circles by hand; modify the radius dragging a circle to keep the center in place, or press to translate them and modify the radius keeping the opposite side in place. Then use the padlock button to disable interaction of gestures with circles. - You can also insert a custom circle and a segment in the input and in the output plane, defining its center and radius in a textfield. - Export to file, image or PDF Advanced tools for engineering: Matching networks: - Choose electronic components to design a matching network for your device. - Available components are: L, C, R, Z and lines (transmission line, parallel or series stub, open or shorted). - For each component it is possible to specify the parasites. - For transmission lines, it is possible to choose between Z0, K or L, C representations, and converting between the two (also for parasites). - Tapping on a component it is added to the network and the impedance seen from your device toward the matching network is shown on the smith chart. - You can create a matching network both for input and output planes of the device. - Each network has its own termination (source or load), which can be a one port device or a two ports device where you can choose a termination for the second port. - Each termination can be defined by network parameters (S, Z, Y or h) and the parameters can be imported from a touchstone file. - Components supported: Resistor, Capacitor, Inductor, General impedance (R+jX), Transmission line, Parallel stub, series Stub (both shorted or open). - Each component can be cascaded in series or in parallel, no limits of components. - You can choose a frequency for the impedance calculation and a frequency span for the plot on the Smith Chart. - For S parameters, you can specify a dedicated characteristic impedance, the tool will renormalize the Γ of that termination to be correctly shown on the Smith chart, when the smith chart is defined on a different characteristic impedance. Device analysis: - You can insert the following parameters of a device: network parameters (S, Z, Y or h), specifications (Ga, Gp, Gt, NF), noise data (gamma s optimum noise, minimum NF, rn) and the input/output reflection coefficients. - You can convert network parameters (S, Z, Y, h), and the port type (Γ, Z, Y). - While you are inserting data, you will see the computed results appearing on the chart and on the relative fields. - Results representable on the smith chart: input/output stability circles, power gain and noise circles (equiGa, Gp, Gt, NF circles), reflection coefficients towards load and source and optimum power coefficients. - Other results: obtained power gains and noise (Ga, Gp, Gt, NF) and stability (D, K, kind of stability). - You can display on the Smith chart the input impedance of your component versus frequency (as a function of load impedance) when importing a touchstone file. - For S parameters, you can specify a different characteristic impedance and the tool will automatically convert it to the one defined for the Smith chart, it will let you know the new renormalized parameters.

About

Electronics Toolkit calc

Features
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Electronics Calculator is a complete engineering toolkit designed to help students, hobbyists, and professionals perform accurate electronic circuit calculations quickly and easily. Whether you are studying electronics, building circuits, or working on design projects, this app provides all the essential calculators you need in one place. Simplify complex formulas, save time on manual calculations, and improve design accuracy with an intuitive and easy-to-use interface. Key Features Ohm’s Law Calculator Instantly calculate voltage, current, resistance, and power for quick circuit analysis. Resistor Color Code Reader Decode resistor color bands to identify resistance values and tolerance with ease. Capacitor & Inductor Calculators Compute capacitance, inductance, energy, charge, and time constants for accurate component selection. LED Resistor Calculator Find the correct resistor value for LED circuits to ensure proper brightness and safe operation. Series & Parallel Resistor Tools Calculate equivalent resistance for complex resistor networks quickly. Voltage & Current Divider Calculators Design efficient circuits by accurately determining voltage and current distribution. Frequency & Timing Calculations Perform essential time and frequency computations for oscillators, timers, and signal circuits. Decibel (dB) Converter Convert power and voltage ratios into decibels for signal and communication analysis. Why Choose Electronics Calculator? Multiple electronics calculators in one app Fast, accurate, and easy-to-use tools Ideal for students, technicians, and engineers Works offline anytime for quick reference Make your electronic calculations faster, easier, and more reliable with Electronics Calculator, the all-in-one companion for circuit design and learning.

Screenshots

Smith Charts4 screens
Electronics Toolkit calc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Smith Charts at every 3 weeks against Electronics Toolkit calc's every 4 months. Smith Charts also leads on price ($3.99 vs $4.99). Electronics Toolkit calc's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Smith Charts costs $3.99 and Electronics Toolkit calc $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smith Charts ships an update every 3 weeks, Electronics Toolkit calc every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Smith Charts versus Electronics Toolkit calc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmith ChartsElectronics Toolkit calc
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdoardo OrzesKantaben Gorasiya

In-app purchases

None

Smith Charts

No in-app purchases

None

Electronics Toolkit calc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smith Charts free?
Smith Charts costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Electronics Toolkit calc free?
Electronics Toolkit calc costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smith Charts or Electronics Toolkit calc have ads?
Neither Smith Charts nor Electronics Toolkit calc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smith Charts or Electronics Toolkit calc?
Smith Charts ships an update every 3 weeks, and Electronics Toolkit calc every 4 months. Most recently, Smith Charts was updated on November 7, 2026 and Electronics Toolkit calc on November 12, 2026.

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