# i41CX+ vs Vintage

The clearest difference is price: Vintage at $0.99 against i41CX+'s $24.99. Vintage also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 91%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). i41CX+'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (107 vs 19). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

i41CX+ costs $24.99 and Vintage $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for i41CX+ against 4.8 for Vintage. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: i41CX+ has 107 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of i41CX+'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Vintage's.

i41CX+ ships an update weekly, Vintage every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | i41CX+ | Vintage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $24.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i41cx-plus/id289068865/reviews) | **[4.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vintage-45/id506402272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **107** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 91.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 124 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Antonio Lagana](https://appshunter.io/developer/289068868) | [CuVee Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/424873503) |

## What reviewers say

### i41CX+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i41cx-plus/id289068865)

This advanced RPN scientific calculator offers workstation-class Computer Algebra System (CAS) capabilities, going beyond traditional replicas. It provides access to an extensive library of modules and programs, enhanced with iOS features, customizable skins, and iCloud support for seamless data management.

**Highlights:** RPN logic with 4-element stack, Extensive memory registers, Over 400 built-in functions, Computer Algebra System (CAS), Virtual thermal printer/plotter, Access to HP-41 module library, Customizable skins and keyboard overlays

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic emulation of the original HP41 calculator
- 🔒 Faithful to the original hardware and functionality
- 👍 Includes all the expansion modules and accessories
- 👍 Responsive and never crashes
- 👍 Excellent implementation of RPN and programmability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Can drain battery when left on
- 👎 Small button size can lead to mis-taps
- 👎 Slow startup time in some versions

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with the 41Z math module producing garbled output
- Scaling problems with overlays

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode for better button size
- Haptic feedback for button presses
- Ability to load and save programs/modules via cloud/email
- Macros or scripting support


### Vintage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vintage-45/id506402272)

This app meticulously recreates the functionality and appearance of a 1973 scientific calculator. It offers a photo-realistic interface with animated keys and includes all original functions, plus a "secret" stopwatch. Users can choose between full-speed or simulated original processing speeds.

**Highlights:** Photo-realistic HP-45 design, Animated keys with sound feedback, Full HP-45 function implementation, Includes "secret" stopwatch, Simulated or full-speed operation, Cut/copy/paste display value, Display stack and memory register view

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is i41CX+ free?

i41CX+ costs $24.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Vintage free?

Vintage costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, i41CX+ or Vintage?

Vintage is rated higher. i41CX+ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while Vintage averages 4.8 from 19 ratings.

### Do i41CX+ or Vintage have ads?

Neither i41CX+ nor Vintage shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, i41CX+ or Vintage?

i41CX+ ships an update weekly, and Vintage every 5 months. Most recently, i41CX+ was updated on October 29, 2026 and Vintage on October 31, 2026.

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