# Right Angle vs The Phillips Machinist

The clearest difference is rating: The Phillips Machinist at 4.6 against Right Angle's 3.9. The Phillips Machinist also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ratings volume (393 vs 30). Right Angle's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Right Angle sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. The Phillips Machinist asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Phillips Machinist holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Phillips Machinist has 393 ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Right Angle's written reviews are positive against 78% of The Phillips Machinist's.

Right Angle ships an update every 6 days, The Phillips Machinist every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Right Angle | The Phillips Machinist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/right-angle/id292390648/reviews) | **[4.6 (393 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-phillips-machinist/id1046408069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 30 | **393** |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | **78.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jerry Mayers](https://appshunter.io/developer/287638654) | [Phillips Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1141872391) |

## What reviewers say

### Right Angle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/right-angle/id292390648)

This app calculates triangles and segments of circles. It supports various angle input formats and offers solutions for oblique triangles and circle segments with optional add-ons. A right triangle calculator is included for free.

**Highlights:** Triangle solver, Circle segment calculator, Multiple angle units (degrees, radians, DMS, grade, x/12), Oblique triangle solver (add-on), Circle segment solver (add-on), Free right triangle calculator

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Renews Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Renews Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Segments Calculator | $5.99 | one-time |
| Oblique Triangle Calculator | $5.99 | one-time |
| Segment & Oblique Triangle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Huge Tip | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Saves time
- 🛠️ Useful for construction/trades
- 📐 Accurate calculations
- 💡 Unique functionality (historically)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Recent updates removed key features
- 🐛 In-app purchases required for previously free features
- 🐛 Loss of purchase after update
- 🐛 App now requires payment for features
- 🐛 Misleading free app description

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after startup
- Update caused app to crash
- Loss of previously purchased unlocked app
- Keyboard covers input fields
- App changes mm to unspecified units

**Requested features**

- Restore fraction support
- Restore feet and inches support
- Provide both angles of a right triangle
- Allow scrolling or hiding the keyboard
- Bundling with other tools


### The Phillips Machinist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-phillips-machinist/id1046408069)

Access essential machine codes, calculators, and practical resources for machinists. Get direct support from engineers and explore a library of machining information. Enhance your productivity and problem-solving on the shop floor.

**Highlights:** Haas G & M reference codes, Error and Alarm Codes, Calculator library (Inch/Metric), Speeds & Feeds calculator, Direct contact with engineers, Customizable machine and interest tracking, FAQ library

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 👍 Comprehensive information
- 👍 Great for machinists
- 👍 Useful for school and work
- 👍 Handy resource

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 White screen on calculator
- 🐛 Speeds and feeds calculator not working
- 🐛 Unable to sign in
- 🐛 App crashes instantly
- 🐛 No volume on videos

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot sign in via Apple
- Password incorrect error
- Cannot reset password
- White screen on speed and feeds calculator (iPhone)
- Speeds and feeds calculator boxes not proper

**Requested features**

- Fix sign-in issues
- Resolve white screen on calculator
- Enable offline functionality
- Add volume to videos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Right Angle free?

Right Angle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Phillips Machinist free?

The Phillips Machinist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Right Angle or The Phillips Machinist?

The Phillips Machinist is rated higher. Right Angle averages 3.9 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while The Phillips Machinist averages 4.6 from 393 ratings.

### Do Right Angle or The Phillips Machinist have ads?

The Phillips Machinist shows ads; Right Angle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Right Angle or The Phillips Machinist?

Right Angle ships an update every 6 days, and The Phillips Machinist every 6 weeks. Most recently, Right Angle was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Phillips Machinist on October 22, 2026.

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