# Calculator Max vs TinyMath Finance Calculator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TinyMath Finance Calculator at 100% against Calculator Max's 55%. TinyMath Finance Calculator also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Calculator Max's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 11) and rating (4.3 vs 4.1). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Calculator Max holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator Max has 1.8K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Calculator Max's written reviews are positive against 100% of TinyMath Finance Calculator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, TinyMath Finance Calculator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator Max | TinyMath Finance Calculator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-max/id364905554/reviews)** | [4.1 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinymath-finance-calculator/id1542442064/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 55.2% of reviews | **100.0% 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** |
| Size | 126 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Kozarek](https://appshunter.io/developer/303215376) | [Andrew Morgatov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542442066) |

## 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


### TinyMath Finance Calculator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tinymath-finance-calculator/id1542442064)

A simple and convenient calculator app that provides a clean interface for basic arithmetic. It features automatic result calculation, permanent history saving, and easy input clearing. Perfect for users who value simplicity and a clear display of calculations.

**Highlights:** Automatic result calculation, Permanent calculation history, Basic arithmetic operations, Percentage calculations, Easy input clearing, Copy results and expressions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TinyMath Personal Premium | $2.99 | one-time |
| TinyMath Family Premium | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator Max free?

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

### Is TinyMath Finance Calculator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Calculator Max or TinyMath Finance Calculator?

Calculator Max is rated higher. Calculator Max averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while TinyMath Finance Calculator averages 4.1 from 11 ratings.

### Do Calculator Max or TinyMath Finance Calculator have ads?

Neither Calculator Max nor TinyMath Finance Calculator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Calculator Max or TinyMath Finance Calculator?

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, and TinyMath Finance Calculator every 2 weeks. Most recently, Calculator Max was updated on September 25, 2026 and TinyMath Finance Calculator on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*