Comparison

Simple Hex Calc vs Matrix Calc Plus

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

Head to head
About

Simple Hex Calc

This utility app provides IT programmers with a pocket calculator for performing arithmetic and logical operations on numbers in various bases. It offers extensive configuration options for bit length, signed/unsigned modes, and data display formats, with a reference manual included.

Highlights
  • Arithmetic and logical operations
  • Multiple number base support (2/8/10/16)
  • Bit shift, rotate, set, clear, and order operations
  • Memory operations (save, load, swap)
  • Configurable bit length and signed/unsigned modes
  • Cut, copy, and paste results
  • Reference manual included
Features
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Simple Hex Calc is a simple pocket calculator for IT programmers. Features: * Arithmetic operations. (add, subtract, multiply, divide, modulo) * Logical operations. (not, and, or, xor, '+', '-') * Logical operations. (bit shift/rotate, bit set/clear, flip bit/byte order) * Memory operations. (clear, save, load, swap) * Switch the base 2/8/10/16 number on input. * Switch simple and extended mode by rotating device. * Switch simple and extended mode by swiping the left and right edge of screen. * Calculate the order entered. (2+2*2=8) * Cut, copy or paste the result by a tap. * Configure bit length option. (select 1 - 64 bit) * Configure signed/unsigned option. * Configure to display data format on/off option. * Configure to display data in previous base on/off option. * Configure grouping separator for BIN, OCT and HEX mode. * Configure tap sound on/off option. * Reference manual included. * Integer only. :-)

About

Matrix Calc Plus

Features
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Matrix Calculator is a math calculator designed to solve matrix operations. It allows you to perform matrix operations on two matrices, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, quickly and easily. Features: • Supports matrix addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. • Generates matrices in LaTeX format, which can be saved as images to your camera roll. • Matrices in array mode can be copied easily. • Customizable font and background colors. • Adjustable font size and type. • Option to display the full matrix operation or the result only. • Includes a matrix reference guide. • Works seamlessly on both iPhone and iPad. • Lightweight, compact app optimized for everyday use. • Ad-free and built with privacy in mind. In mathematics, a matrix (plural: matrices) is a rectangular array or table of numbers, symbols, or expressions arranged in rows and columns. It is used to represent a mathematical object or describe properties of such objects. Matrix Operations: Adding or Subtracting Two Matrices: A matrix A with 3 rows and 5 columns can be added to another matrix B of the same dimensions (3 rows and 5 columns). To perform addition or subtraction, the two matrices must have the same size, meaning the rows and columns must match. Multiplying Two Matrices: To multiply an m×n matrix by an n×p matrix, the number of columns in the first matrix (n) must equal the number of rows in the second matrix (n). The resulting matrix will have dimensions m×p: m×n×n×p=m×p Dividing Two Matrices: Matrix division is defined as: A/B = A × (1/B) = A × B⁻¹ Where B⁻¹ is the inverse of matrix B. Thank you for your support! Visit nitrio.com for more apps for your iOS devices.

Screenshots

Simple Hex Calc4 screens
Matrix Calc Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Simple Hex Calc at every 3 months against Matrix Calc Plus's every 26 months. Simple Hex Calc also leads on price ($0.99 vs $2.99) and iOS requirement (13.2 vs 18.2). 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

Simple Hex Calc costs $0.99 and Matrix Calc Plus $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Hex Calc ships an update every 3 months, Matrix Calc Plus every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simple Hex Calc versus Matrix Calc Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Hex CalcMatrix Calc Plus
Price$0.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews94.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 26 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.2 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHiroki IshiuraHeng Jia Liang

In-app purchases

None

Simple Hex Calc

No in-app purchases

None

Matrix Calc Plus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple Hex Calc free?
Simple Hex Calc costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Matrix Calc Plus free?
Matrix Calc Plus costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simple Hex Calc or Matrix Calc Plus have ads?
Neither Simple Hex Calc nor Matrix Calc Plus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Hex Calc or Matrix Calc Plus?
Simple Hex Calc ships an update every 3 months, and Matrix Calc Plus every 26 months. Most recently, Simple Hex Calc was updated on September 23, 2026 and Matrix Calc Plus on June 9, 2026.

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