# Calculator Max vs CalculatorWidgy

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Calculator Max at 1.9K against CalculatorWidgy's 5. Calculator Max also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Calculator Max sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and CalculatorWidgy sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Calculator Max against 4.2 for CalculatorWidgy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator Max has 1.9K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Calculator Max's written reviews are positive against 60% of CalculatorWidgy's.

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, CalculatorWidgy monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator Max | CalculatorWidgy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-max/id364905554/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculatorwidgy-widget-calc/id6467607388/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Pavel Kozarek](https://appshunter.io/developer/303215376) | [永刚 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289220847) |

## 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


### CalculatorWidgy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculatorwidgy-widget-calc/id6467607388)

Perform calculations directly from your home screen with interactive widgets. View the entire calculation process and result simultaneously. Save and review past calculations locally or sync them across devices via iCloud.

**Highlights:** Interactive home screen widgets, Simultaneous calculation and result display, Local calculation history, iCloud synchronization, Perform calculations without opening app

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator Max free?

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

### Is CalculatorWidgy free?

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

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

Calculator Max is rated higher. Calculator Max averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while CalculatorWidgy averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Calculator Max or CalculatorWidgy have ads?

Neither Calculator Max nor CalculatorWidgy shows ads.

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

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, and CalculatorWidgy monthly. Most recently, Calculator Max was updated on October 22, 2026 and CalculatorWidgy on October 27, 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.*