Comparison

RCL vs my15c

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

Head to head
About

RCL

This app faithfully recreates the TI-57 programmable calculator, offering its full scientific functions and programming capabilities. It includes a user manual, sample programs, and features like turbo speed and alphanumeric display.

Highlights
  • TI-57 recreation
  • Scientific functions
  • Programming capabilities
  • User manual included
  • Sample programs
  • Turbo speed option
  • Alphanumeric display option
Features
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RCL-57 is a complete and faithful recreation of the TI-57, one of the first programmable calculators. RCL-57 implements all the scientific functions and programming capabilities of the TI-57. In addition, it includes: * A complete user manual * Sample programs including Lunar Lander * Optional turbo speed and alphanumeric display * Listings of steps, registers and log * Saving and loading of programs * Sharing and importing of programs

About

my15c

Features
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my15C is a faithful emulation of the classic 15C — the legendary RPN scientific programmable calculator, running the original Voyager-series microcode ROM, cycle-accurate. Built for engineers, scientists, and RPN enthusiasts who want the real thing in their pocket — not just a look-alike. FEATURES • Authentic 15C ROM emulation — same logic, same quirks as the original 1982 hardware • Full RPN entry with a 4-level stack • Complex number arithmetic • Matrix operations • Numerical integration (∫f(x)) • Root solving (SOLVE) • Full programmability — write, edit, and run your own programs • Continuous memory with iCloud sync across your devices • Authentic 7-segment LCD display and keyboard layout • Landscape-optimized for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Screenshots

RCL4 screens
my15c4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RCL at none against my15c's 1. RCL also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). my15c's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 14 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. my15c sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RCL asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RCL ships an update every 14 months, my15c every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 5 level
RCL versus my15c: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRCLmy15c
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul NovaesMiroslav Perovic

In-app purchases

None

RCL

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

my15c

One-time1
  • Unlock Full App$9.99

Questions

Is RCL free?
RCL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is my15c free?
my15c is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RCL or my15c have ads?
Neither RCL nor my15c shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RCL or my15c?
RCL ships an update every 14 months, and my15c every 2 days. Most recently, RCL was updated on September 19, 2026 and my15c on September 14, 2026.

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