# Calculator Max vs Calculator⊕

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Calculator⊕ at 100% against Calculator Max's 55%. Calculator⊕ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). Calculator Max's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 9). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Calculator Max sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Calculator⊕ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Calculator⊕ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator Max has 1.8K ratings behind it against 9, 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 100% of Calculator⊕'s.

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, Calculator⊕ every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator Max | Calculator⊕ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-max/id364905554/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator/id6475163505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Kozarek](https://appshunter.io/developer/303215376) | [Daniil Kabachuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896048985) |

## 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


### Calculator⊕

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator/id6475163505)

This app offers a comprehensive suite of calculating tools, including basic, scientific, and fraction solvers. It features an enhanced history log for tracking and sharing past computations, along with customizable options for a personalized user experience. Enjoy a clean interface and reliable precision for all your mathematical needs.

**Highlights:** Basic, Complex, Scientific, and Fraction modes, Enhanced calculation history, Share and copy results, Customizable interface options, User-friendly design, Accurate and reliable calculations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Access | $0.99 | per month |
| Weekly Pro Features Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro Features Access | $2.99 | per month |
| Half-Yearly Premium Access | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium Access | $4.99 | per year |
| Yearly Special Offer Access | $4.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Features Access | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator Max free?

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

### Is Calculator⊕ free?

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

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

Calculator⊕ is rated higher. Calculator Max averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Calculator⊕ averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do Calculator Max or Calculator⊕ have ads?

Calculator⊕ shows ads; Calculator Max does not.

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

Calculator Max ships an update every 2 months, and Calculator⊕ every 10 days. Most recently, Calculator Max was updated on October 9, 2026 and Calculator⊕ on October 4, 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.*