Comparison

Rolled Paper Calculator vs Calc Cloud

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

Head to head
About

Rolled Paper Calculator

This calculator offers a unique scrolling paper display for easy review of calculations. It features multiple keyboard modes, flexible decimal point settings, and VAT calculation. Advanced functions include scanning from receipts and note-taking capabilities.

Highlights
  • Scrolling paper display
  • Standard/Advanced/Note keyboard modes
  • Flexible decimal point modes
  • VAT calculation
  • Scan function for input
  • Note-taking and management
  • Copy calculation history
Features
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~ An Innovative, User-Friendly Calculator with History ~ Selected as one of AppBank's Best iPhone Apps of 2010, this calculator is highly regarded by many users. It makes daily calculations easier and more accurate. Use cases: Calculating expenses while shopping, double-checking household finances, calculating business expenses, learning tool for students, etc. Main Features: 1. Scrolling Paper Display Displays calculations like a scroll, allowing you to check your work anytime. Easily review past calculations by scrolling. 2. Standard/Advanced/Note Keyboard Switching Equipped with three keyboard modes: Standard, Advanced, and Note. Easily switch between modes based on user preference and calculation needs. - Standard: Provides simple, easy-to-use basic calculator functions - Advanced: Extended keyboard with more advanced features - Note: Offers note-taking functionality to save and manage calculation results 3. Flexible Decimal Point Modes Three decimal point modes: - F (Free): No limit on decimal places - 0 (Zero): Displays integers only - 2 (Euro mode): Displays up to two decimal places Easily switch using the "dp/VAT" button (Advanced mode). 4. VAT Calculation Feature Long-press the "dp/VAT" button in Advanced mode to set the VAT rate. After setting, simply switch to +VAT mode using the "dp/VAT" button to automatically add tax to calculations. 5. Scan Function Use the "SCAN" button in Advanced mode to scan numbers from receipts or price lists for automatic input. Especially useful for accurately entering large numbers for tax returns. 6. Advanced Calculation Features - Square root calculation: Easily calculate square roots with the "√" button. - Sign inversion: Switch between positive and negative values with the "±↻" button. - Backspace function: Delete the last digit in case of input errors (Advanced mode). - Restore function: Restore deleted numbers (Advanced mode). - C/AC function: Press "C/AC" to reset current input or calculation results. Long-press to clear all scroll content and choose whether to save as a note. 7. Copy Function Copy calculation history displayed on the scroll to the clipboard using the "copy" button in Advanced mode. 8. Total Calculation Function The "=/Σ" button displays normal calculation results. In Advanced mode, long-press to calculate the sum of all results displayed on the scroll. 9. Note Function Save calculation results as notes for later reference or editing. Saved notes are grouped by date for easy management. Create notes by: - Long-pressing the "C/AC" button to clear all scroll content and save as a note. - Creating or editing notes in Note mode. 10. User-Friendly Interface - Intuitive operation - Clear display - Dark mode support - Easy switching between Standard/Advanced/Note modes 11. NoteToCalc Function Import saved note content directly into the calculator. Main purpose: Record unit prices as memos without using the calculator function, then perform batch calculations later. 12. All Sum Function After importing note content using NoteToCalc, long-press the "+/sum" button in Advanced mode to automatically calculate the sum of all imported values. Compatible Devices Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac (Apple Silicon). Provides layouts optimized for each device's screen size.

About

Calc Cloud

This app stores and syncs your calculation histories across all your devices using cloud storage. It's useful for everyday calculations, invoicing, and tax preparation, with options to edit, comment, and export your tapes.

Highlights
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Editable paper tape history
  • Export to PDF, Email, Dropbox
  • Invoicing and tax calculation
  • Comment on lines
  • Undo/Redo functionality
Features
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Calc Cloud stores paper tape histories in Apple’s iCloud Drive® online services for use by any of your devices. Enter tabulations on your iPad® at work, and see them at home on your iPhone® that evening! Files are never lost even if you upgrade or lose your mobile device. It is also perfect for everyday use. Use it for adding columns of numbers, invoicing, point-of-sale receipts, income taxes, percentages, and much more. Print the paper tape history or export to iBooks®, DropBox®, Email or Printer (see the FAQs). Review & edit numbers, add or delete lines and place comments on any lline. The iPad version features a full sized (1:1) keypad with TypeTone, a unique audio aid to help guide your finger back to the center of a key. This free download has limited lines of paper tape history, limited disk storage, and banner ads. Use one simple In-App Purchase for more lines of paper tape, storage files and the removal of banner ads. ========== CPA's and Accountants: Please find 'Adding Machine: 10 Key Calc Universal' by Richard Silverman in the App Store which is a 10-key compliant adding machine with reverse numeric/operator entry like Casio, Sharp or Canon. Recent Press for our 'Accountant' series of calculator apps: . Recently ranked in "Top 10 - Finance" in the App Store. . AppsWild.com: "Whether you're tracking your monthly budget, coming up with an estimate of costs for a project you're working on....this App should be your first choice." ========== About Calc Cloud: ======== . Never lose a paper tape history again!! Keep all your devices up to date with paper tape histories held in iCloud Drive® online services. . Universal App for iPhone & iPad devices . Freely chain + - x / % 1/x √ . Tax + / - keys for Point-of-Sale receipts . Print, email or export a PDF file to the iBooks® app, Dropbox(c) or your favorite printing utility. . Add comments . Add, delete and modify lines and recompute results automatically. . 350 lines of paper tape history (upgraded version) . Undo / Redo . Three display formats: fixed, fix+, float . Comprehensive set of help screens. . Realistic keypad sounds iPad Features: ======== . TypeTone(c) - a major innovation to aid accurate key entry using audio feedback. . Full size (1:1) realistic keyboard. . 4 Orientations . Lock keypad for left or right handed use iPhone Features: ======== . Multiple keypads . Select from 4 background colors . Set a paper tape font size ========== FAQs Q1. Can I touch-type? A1. The iPad version of this app. has several aids for touch-typing: TypeTone variable audio feedback, 1:1 scale keyboard, or, scale and reposition the keyboard to fit your hand best. There is also support for right and left-handers. Q2. How do I edit an incorrect number or add & delete lines from the paper tape? A2. Touch any line of the paper tape to go into edit mode. Touch the side controls: Add Line, Delete Line. You can also edit numbers, and split groups. Press Done to return to Calculator mode. Q3. Tell me about Email & Printing. A3. From the Export dialog, select: Email, Print, Copy or Open-In. Email includes a pdf attachment. Print to an AirPrint capable printer. Open-In will show a menu of 3rd party Apps that can receive a hardcopy of your paper tape (iBooks, DropBox, or 3rd party printer Apps (Brother, HP and more)). =========================== IN-APP PURCHASE: . Free download has a limited number of lines of paper tape . Upgrade for 350 lines of paper tape history, more file storage, & no ads IN-APP PURCHASE DETAILS . Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Your use of this application is governed by Interlocken Technology's Terms of Use (http://s354819480.onlinehome.us/InterlockenPrivacyPolicy/Interlocken%20Technology%20Privacy%20Policy.pdf) and Privacy Policy (http://s354819480.onlinehome.us/InterlockenPrivacyPolicy/InterlockenTechnologyTermsOfUse.pdf)

Screenshots

Rolled Paper Calculator4 screens
Calc Cloud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Rolled Paper Calculator at 4.8 against Calc Cloud's 4.2. Rolled Paper Calculator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). Calc Cloud's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (73% vs 52%). On price, ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Calc Cloud sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rolled Paper Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Rolled Paper Calculator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 17 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Rolled Paper Calculator's written reviews are positive against 73% of Calc Cloud's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rolled Paper Calculator ships an update every 4 days, Calc Cloud every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Rolled Paper Calculator versus Calc Cloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRolled Paper CalculatorCalc Cloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (28 ratings) — better4.2 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews52.0% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28 — better17
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.612.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DevelopermobazoRichard Silverman

Customer experience

Rolled Paper Calculator

All ratings28 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive52.0%
Neutral14.0%
Negative34.0%

Calc Cloud

All ratings17 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative18.2%

In-app purchases

None

Rolled Paper Calculator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Calc Cloud

One-time1
  • Full Upgrade$3.99

Questions

Is Rolled Paper Calculator free?
Rolled Paper Calculator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Calc Cloud free?
Calc Cloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rolled Paper Calculator or Calc Cloud?
Rolled Paper Calculator is rated higher. Rolled Paper Calculator averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Calc Cloud averages 4.2 from 17 ratings.
Do Rolled Paper Calculator or Calc Cloud have ads?
Rolled Paper Calculator shows ads; Calc Cloud does not.
Which is updated more often, Rolled Paper Calculator or Calc Cloud?
Rolled Paper Calculator ships an update every 4 days, and Calc Cloud every 3 weeks. Most recently, Rolled Paper Calculator was updated on October 26, 2026 and Calc Cloud on October 23, 2026.

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