Comparison

Notebook calculator (ge vs PractiCalc2

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

Head to head
About

Notebook calculator (ge

This calculator app automatically saves your calculations as memos, preventing errors and eliminating the need for manual note-taking. Easily share your calculations and notes with others, and access them across devices.

Highlights
  • Automatic calculation history saving
  • Editable memos
  • Easy sharing of calculations and notes
  • Cross-device access (iPad/iPhone)
  • URL scheme support
  • Comfortable layout
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ge-calc is a calculator with history that keeps your calculations as notes. You can save not only the numbers but also what they were for, so it is easy to review, verify, and reuse them later. It works well for estimates, invoices, expense checks, household budgeting, and quick dimension or tax calculations. Instead of rewriting numbers by hand or copying them into another app, you can calculate and keep the record in one place, then share it when needed. Key features • Keep calculation history as notes • Continue writing in the memo area while you calculate • Organize notes by page • Share results and notes easily • View the calculator and memo together on iPad • Support tax calculation Used by many people over time, ge-calc is built for calculations that stay useful after you press =.

About

PractiCalc2

A practical and advanced calculator app with memory, grand total, and constant calculation functions. Ideal for accounting, bookkeeping, and tax studies. Supports iOS 13+ and offers customizable display and themes.

Highlights
  • 12-digit large display
  • Memory and Grand Total functions
  • Constant calculation
  • Two tax rates with customizable values
  • Rounding and decimal selectors
  • iOS Dark Mode support
  • 10 color themes
Features
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『PractiCalc2』はシンプルで実用的な電卓アプリです!  
メモリー機能、グランドトータル機能、定数計算機能を活用した高度な計算が可能ですので経理実務や、簿記、税理士、公認会計士の勉強をされている方にも最適です! 
※電卓操作はカシオ方式を採用しています。 ※『PractiCalc』の後継機種で、iOS13以上が必要です。 機能一覧 ・12桁大型表示 ・四則計算(+,-,×,÷) ・メモリー(M+,M-,MR,MC)計算 ・グランドトータル(GT)計算 ・ルート(√)計算 ・パーセント(%)計算 ・2つの税率計算(税率は設定可能)  軽減税率対応 ・ラウンドセレクター  F(端数処理なし)、CUT(切り捨て)、  UP(切り上げ)、5/4(四捨五入) ・小数点セレクター  0〜5桁より選択(Fの時は無効) ・サインチェンジ(+/-) ・シフトキー(▷) ・接触(バイブレーション)のON、OFF ・iOS13のダークモードに対応 ・色は10色から選択できます ・iPad版は、Split View、Slide Over対応

Screenshots

Notebook calculator (ge3 screens
PractiCalc24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Notebook calculator (ge at Free against PractiCalc2's $1.99. Notebook calculator (ge also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). PractiCalc2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Notebook calculator (ge is free to download; PractiCalc2 costs $1.99 up front. Notebook calculator (ge sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. PractiCalc2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notebook calculator (ge ships an update every 3 days, PractiCalc2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Notebook calculator (ge versus PractiCalc2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNotebook calculator (gePractiCalc2
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.9 (49 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews91.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings49 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerge-nie inc.Tsutomu Nagai

Customer experience

Notebook calculator (ge

All ratings49 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews90 reviews
Positive91.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative6.7%

PractiCalc2

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Notebook calculator (ge

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Calculator unusable after update
  • Percentage not working correctly
  • Lost old accounts
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add a notepad
  • Lock screen in landscape mode
  • Make sound louder
  • Make calculator smaller
  • Ability to save and flip through notes
Show 2 more
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

PractiCalc2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Notebook calculator (ge

One-time2
  • Stress free Pack for iPhone$3.99
  • Stress free Pack for iPad$3.99
None

PractiCalc2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Notebook calculator (ge free?
Notebook calculator (ge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PractiCalc2 free?
PractiCalc2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Notebook calculator (ge or PractiCalc2 have ads?
Notebook calculator (ge shows ads; PractiCalc2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Notebook calculator (ge or PractiCalc2?
Notebook calculator (ge ships an update every 3 days, and PractiCalc2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Notebook calculator (ge was updated on September 17, 2026 and PractiCalc2 on September 21, 2026.

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