Comparison

AutoMathic vs TechniCalc Calculator

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

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About

AutoMathic

This smart calculator automates complex math problems by translating conversational input into solvable equations. It offers three modes: scripted calculations, manual expression entry, and free-form English input for problem-solving.

Highlights
  • Automated problem solving
  • Conversational input translation
  • Scripted calculations
  • Manual expression entry
  • Algebraic manipulation tools
  • Unlimited scrolling output
Features
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AutoMathic is a different kind of calculator, smart enough to help you solve math problems by automating as much of the work as you want. With AutoMathic, you focus on specifying the problem, and let the computer do the mechanical work of solving it! If your current calculator can't directly solve for input like this, you need AutoMathic: "How many millions is 12% of 275 million?" "What must the price have been assuming that tips were 2.75?" "21 is the difference between what circumference and what radius?" "How many times 2.4[mHz] is 3.1[gHz]?" "Find the cost daily when the cost semiannually is 475." "3[drops/sec] converts to how many [gallons/day]?" "If the average speed is 50[mph], and the radius is 50[m], how many G's would the centripetal acceleration be?" "If the wave speed is the speed of sound, and the frequency is F#, how many unit inches long is the wavelength?" "How many trillionths of a unit Coulomb is the charge when the capacitance is 53[pF], and the voltage is 12[V]?" "If the power is 40[W], and the voltage is 12[V], find the resistance measured in ohms, and the current measured in amps." "Find the mass per particle measured in AMU when the mass for 6 moles is 84[gm]." "If the formula weight is 106, find the number of grams such that the molar concentration is 4 when the number of ml is 1,500." "If the density is half the density of steel, and 75% of the volume is 2[gal], find the mass measured in pounds." "If the specific gravity is 0.668, find the density measured in lb/gal." "Find the number of nucleons, and the atomic weight. The atomic number is 6, the ratio of protons to neutrons is 1:1, and the ionic charge is +2." "Compute the volume measured in liters if the number of moles is 1, pressure is standard pressure, and temperature is standard temperature." "Find the heat energy measured in Joules given that the mass is 7.05[gm], deltaT is 75, and the specific heat is the specific heat of iron." AutoMathic is great for: - Math and Science Students - Teachers and Tutors - Scientists and Engineers - "Everyday" math - "Off-the-cuff" calculations - Anyone who's naturally curious or likes to play with numbers! Calculate *your* way, with 3 complementary modes of operation: 1. AutoMathic lets you run scripted calculations from a large, built-in library if you want to do something commonplace. 2. AutoMathic lets you do manual calculations by accepting expressions and equations you enter yourself, and gives you the tools to manipulate them using familiar techniques from algebra. 3. AutoMathic lets you do free-form calculations by automatically translating your English-like, conversational input into variables, expressions, and equations to be solved... and then it solves them! You tell it what you know, and ask it what you want to find out! Most calculators are just "calculators", not problem-solvers... AutoMathic is different: - Instead of a one-line, numeric display, its output scrolls indefinitely, showing variables, expressions, and equations that are formatted and easy to read! - Instead of passively waiting for directions, it automates most of the process (even when in the hands-on "Command" mode), but has customizable level-of-detail settings that can show and explain every step of the way! - Instead of rigid equation libraries, it has a collection of task-oriented workflows that conform to how you want to use them. They don't even distinguish between "input" and "output" variables! - Instead of requiring "programming" with a low-level programming language, it lets you create, use, save, and later reuse your own equations just like the built-in equation libraries! - AutoMathic offers a high-level, "natural-language" interface that accepts free-form, conversational input and automatically pulls in whatever background information is needed at the time from a broad, built-in knowledgebase! - Transcripts can be saved to record and document the entire session!

About

TechniCalc Calculator

This app offers a modern, intuitive interface for complex calculations, supporting scientific, engineering, and advanced mathematical functions. It allows natural equation entry, provides a formula book, and includes unit and currency converters. Available across Apple devices, it caters to students and professionals needing a powerful calculation tool.

Highlights
  • Natural equation entry
  • Advanced math engine
  • Formula book and equations
  • Unit and currency converter
  • Statistics mode
  • Equation solvers
  • Supports multiple Apple devices
Features
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TechniCalc is every bit functional as it is beautiful. The modern interface that makes a clean break from traditional pocket calculators. Equations are entered in a natural way, adhering to every detail of hand-written maths. The advanced maths engine also makes this the only calculator you'll ever need. ◉ FEATURES ▸ Runs on iPhone, iPad, and macOS - with an Apple Watch companion ▸ Dark mode ▸ Supports split screen and wireless keyboards ▸ Shows the full equation as you type ▸ Basic calculations (+, -, ×, ÷, %) ▸ Brackets ▸ Square and cubic roots ▸ Exponents and logarithms ▸ Trigonometry (sin, cos, tan) ▸ Degrees, radians, and gradians ▸ Constants (pi, e, and over 100 other physical constants) ▸ Formula book and equations ▸ Calculation history ▸ Unit converter ▸ Currency converter ▸ Statistics mode ◉ ADVANCED MATHS ▸ Almost unlimited number sizes - over 1,000,000 factorial ▸ Square roots and logarithms with any base ▸ Factorial, nPr, nCr, and gamma ▸ Hyperbolic trigonometry (sinh, cosh, tanh) ▸ Vectors and matrices ▸ Imaginary and complex numbers ▸ Series sums and products ▸ Numerical integration and differentiation ▸ Binary, octal, and hexadecimal ▸ Programmer mode ◉ EQUATION SOLVERS ▸ Quadratic ▸ Cubic ▸ Systems of 2 and 3 linear equations ▸ Root finder

Screenshots

AutoMathic4 screens
TechniCalc Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AutoMathic at none against TechniCalc Calculator's 4. AutoMathic also leads on price ($1.99 vs $7.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). TechniCalc Calculator's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (81 vs 2). On ads and device support 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

AutoMathic costs $1.99 and TechniCalc Calculator $7.99 up front. TechniCalc Calculator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. AutoMathic asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AutoMathic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TechniCalc Calculator has 81 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of AutoMathic's written reviews are positive against 84% of TechniCalc Calculator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AutoMathic ships an update every 11 months, TechniCalc Calculator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
AutoMathic versus TechniCalc Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutoMathicTechniCalc Calculator
Price$1.99 — better$7.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.7 (81 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews84.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings281 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKevin B. BeltonJacob Parker

Customer experience

AutoMathic

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

TechniCalc Calculator

All ratings81 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral6.2%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive84.2%
Neutral13.2%
Negative2.6%

In-app purchases

None

AutoMathic

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

TechniCalc Calculator

One-time4
  • Every Little Helps$0.99
  • Coffee-Sized Tip$2.99
  • Lunch-Sized Tip$4.99
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  • Pizza-Sized Tip$9.99

Questions

Is AutoMathic free?
AutoMathic costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TechniCalc Calculator free?
TechniCalc Calculator costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AutoMathic or TechniCalc Calculator?
AutoMathic is rated higher. AutoMathic averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TechniCalc Calculator averages 4.7 from 81 ratings.
Do AutoMathic or TechniCalc Calculator have ads?
Neither AutoMathic nor TechniCalc Calculator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AutoMathic or TechniCalc Calculator?
AutoMathic ships an update every 11 months, and TechniCalc Calculator monthly. Most recently, AutoMathic was updated on September 23, 2026 and TechniCalc Calculator on October 11, 2026.

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