# Calculator Max vs Calculisy

The clearest difference is rating: Calculisy at 4.8 against Calculator Max's 4.3. Calculisy also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 55%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Calculator Max's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 41). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Calculator Max sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Calculisy sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Calculisy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator Max has 1.8K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Calculator Max's written reviews are positive against 84% of Calculisy's.

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, Calculisy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator Max | Calculisy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-max/id364905554/reviews) | **[4.8 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculisy/id1536327142/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **84.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Kozarek](https://appshunter.io/developer/303215376) | [ICI Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/369596213) |

## What reviewers say

### Calculator Max

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-max/id364905554)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of calculation tools, from basic arithmetic to advanced scientific functions. It features a history tape for easy access and reuse of entries, and a unique scribble pad for handwritten notes and equation solving on iPads. Enjoy a clean interface, multitasking support, and customizable themes.

**Highlights:** Basic and scientific calculators, History tape with export options, Handwritten notes and equation solving, Multitasking support on iPad, Customizable themes and app icons, Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calculator Max Pro | $4.99 | per year |
| Calculator Max Pro | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📝 Useful note-taking feature
- 💾 Tape/history feature
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🎨 Customizable appearance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 📤 Lack of export/sharing options for tape/history
- 🔍 Difficulty finding settings
- 🔀 Sensitive orientation switching

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after iOS 26 update
- Tape not visible/functional on iPhone
- Calculator buttons/layout issues in split-screen mode

**Requested features**

- Left-handed mode
- Backspace/edit functionality
- Scientific calculator mode with tape
- Tape annotation/labeling
- Cloud/Dropbox sync for tape


### Calculisy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculisy/id1536327142)

A free, ad-free calculator designed for ease of use on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Features large keys suitable for all ages and multitasking compatibility for iPad users.

**Highlights:** Universal calculator, Free and ad-free, Large keys for easy use, Multitasking compatible (iPadOS), macOS Big Sur and newer compatible

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big Tip | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Large, clear numbers
- 🚀 Simple and straightforward
- 🚀 Convenient for everyday calculations
- 🚀 Handy desktop calculator

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Enter key on number pad doesn't work
- 🐛 Freezes or crashes occasionally
- 🔍 No history or tape function
- 🔍 Can't delete individual digits
- 🔍 Constant pop-ups asking for reviews

**Reported bugs**

- Enter key on number pad doesn't work
- Freezes or crashes at times
- Issues with percent calculations

**Requested features**

- Add a backspace/delete function
- Include a calculation history or tape
- Allow resizing and customization
- Make the Enter key on number pad work


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator Max free?

Calculator Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Calculisy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Calculator Max or Calculisy?

Calculisy is rated higher. Calculator Max averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Calculisy averages 4.8 from 41 ratings.

### Do Calculator Max or Calculisy have ads?

Neither Calculator Max nor Calculisy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Calculator Max or Calculisy?

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, and Calculisy every 2 weeks. Most recently, Calculator Max was updated on October 19, 2026 and Calculisy on October 15, 2026.

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