Comparison

Calclin vs POUCHES

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

Head to head
About

Calclin

This calculator app provides a paper-roll style history for easy review of calculations. It supports formula input, notes for results, and multiple calculation frames to organize different tasks. Users can customize display modes and appearance.

Highlights
  • Paper-roll style calculation history
  • Multiple calculation frames
  • Formula input with parentheses and functions
  • Notes for calculation results
  • PDF export
  • Customizable digit grouping, separators, and rounding
  • Auto, Light, and Dark appearance modes
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A calculator memo app with history that keeps your calculation process visible like a paper roll. Switch between calculator input and formula input to handle everything from everyday math to calculations you want to keep as records. ■ Calculator mode and Formula mode Calculator mode evaluates left to right (5+5×2=20). Formula mode respects operator precedence (5+5×2=15) and supports parentheses and roots. Switch anytime from the input row, changing the calculation style without leaving the active input area. ■ Paper-roll style history Expressions and answers stay on the roll from the top, so you can see the flow of your calculation at a glance. Subtle side lines and top shading keep each frame easy to distinguish, even with multiple rolls. In calculator mode, a running total can be shown while you type. ■ Edit rows and add notes In calculator mode, tap any roll row to edit and recalculate. Add a note to any history entry. Swipe left to delete; swipe right to add a memo, copy the expression, or copy the answer. ■ PDF export Export a calculation roll as a PDF whenever you want to keep it. ■ Use multiple calculators side by side Up to a triple deck. Add or remove panels with the [+][−] header buttons, swipe or tap to switch, and double-tap to toggle between 1-panel and 2-panel views. ■ Unit-aware calculations Calculate with units of length, area, volume, and weight. Press a different unit key to change only the unit, or press the same unit key again to convert the number. Tap an underlined unit to pick from the conversion list. ■ TAX+ and TAX− keys Add tax to, or remove tax from, the value you are entering or the answer you just calculated. Set up to three tax rates; each key shows its rate. ■ Customizable keyboard Long-press any key to define it, and merge keys vertically or horizontally to create larger keys. Switch between 5 layouts (30 keys each), and export or import your arrangement. ■ Flexible display settings Choose the decimal point and grouping symbols, the grouping style (every 3 or 4 digits, Indian style), the number of decimal digits, and the rounding mode (including round half to even). Answers are kept at full precision; rounded answers are marked with "≒", and tapping one shows every digit. Pick Auto, Light, or Dark appearance, and enlarge or reduce text size. Your settings are restored on next launch. ■ Beginner and Expert modes Beginner mode shows labels and tips for each button. Once you are comfortable, Expert mode unlocks advanced operations such as long-press key editing. The calculation engine uses C/C++ fixed-point decimal, stored internally in BCD arrays. Note: Data is not encrypted. Please do not store personal or confidential information.

About

POUCHES

Features
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POUCHES lets you place numbers as round pouches on a canvas, group them, and calculate as you rearrange them. Lighter than a spreadsheet, richer than a calculator - ideal for estimates, event budgets, and quick bill splits. POUCHES Pro (auto-renewable subscription): Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://apps.tomippe.jp/pouches/policy/

Screenshots

Calclin3 screens
POUCHES3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: POUCHES at every 4 days against Calclin's every 2 months. POUCHES also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Calclin sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and POUCHES sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calclin ships an update every 2 months, POUCHES every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Calclin versus POUCHES: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalclinPOUCHES
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAzukid.comTOMIHIDE OTA

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Calclin

One-time2
  • Tips_1$0.99
  • Tips_5$4.99
1 purchases

POUCHES

Subscriptions1
  • POUCHES Pro$1.991 Month

Questions

Is Calclin free?
Calclin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is POUCHES free?
POUCHES is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Calclin or POUCHES have ads?
Neither Calclin nor POUCHES shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Calclin or POUCHES?
Calclin ships an update every 2 months, and POUCHES every 4 days. Most recently, Calclin was updated on November 1, 2026 and POUCHES on October 28, 2026.

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