FormulaBar vs Formula MAX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FormulaBar
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- A handy formula collection in your pocket. - Always within reach and independent of internet. To be used in or after school. As a help for memory when needed or as learning aid. 18 pages with tables full of formulas, figures and explanation. - Mathematics, geometry, mechanics, physics, constants and much more. - 8 formulas may be used for calculations within the app.
Formula MAX
Access over 1100 physics, chemistry, and math formulas with a powerful search and offline access. Save favorites, use built-in calculators, and view a detailed periodic table. Designed for user convenience and quick reference.
- 1100+ formulas, definitions, and values
- Offline access
- Powerful search function
- Favorites for quick access
- Trigonometric and logarithmic calculators
- Periodic table with element details
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Formula MAX is a universal app with a collection of over 1100+ Physics, Chemistry and Maths formulas, more formulas to be added constantly through updates. Use your Formula MAX app across your iOS devices with exclusive device based UI, with just one purchase. The app is designed with a view of user convenience in searching, locating & referring a formula. Topics covered: Maths – Algebra, Analytical geometry, Complex numbers, Differential calculus, Differential equations, Discrete mathematics, Geometry, Integral calculus, Matrices, Mensuration, Modern Algebra, Set language, Statistics, Time series, Trigonometry, Vector algebra Physics – Atomic physics, Dynamics of Rotational motion, Electricity, Electromagnetic induction and Altering current, Electronics, Gravitation & space science, Heat, Hydrostatics, Light, Magnetism, Measurement, Mechanics, Mechanics of solids and fluids (Properties of matter), Nuclear physics, Relativity, Solar planets, Sound Chemistry – Atomic structure, Chemical bonding, Chemistry & its division, Common names & Chemical names, Important definitions, Organic chemistry, Periodic classification, Physical chemistry, States of matter Features - Huge data base of 1100+ formulas, definitions, values - Option to email the pages - Powerful search function to locate formulas - Store formulas in favorites for quick access - Trigonometric value calculator - Logarithmic value calculator - Periodic table with details about all elements - Simple and easy user interface - All the features are available offline
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Formula MAX at 13.0 against FormulaBar's 15.0. On price, update cadence, 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
FormulaBar costs $0.99 and Formula MAX $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FormulaBar ships an update every 8 months, Formula MAX every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FormulaBar | Formula MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (52 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 79.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 52 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months — better | Every 11 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | domesticusdevelop | Mallow Technologies Private Limited |
Bugs and requests
FormulaBar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Formula MAX
Reported bugs
7 issues- Search function returns no results for some queries
- Display glitches preventing information from showing
- Inconsistent symbology and notation within sections
- Spacing errors in text
- App crashes or performance issues
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- Periodic table difficult to navigate and view
- Slow performance in some instances
Requested features
15 requests- Add worked examples demonstrating formula application
- Include interactive calculators for solving problems
- Provide step-by-step solution walkthroughs
- Add more advanced chemistry topics (thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, etc.)
- Include visual diagrams and illustrations
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- Allow users to add custom equations and formulas
- Add unit conversions and conversion calculators
- Implement full-screen periodic table view
- Include more astrophysics and advanced physics formulas
- Add ability to copy formulas to clipboard
- Provide French language version
- Add more algebra and basic mathematics topics
- Include variable input fields for formula calculations
- Add explanatory notes and definitions
- Improve search methodology and organization
In-app purchases
FormulaBar
No in-app purchases
Formula MAX
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FormulaBar free?
Is Formula MAX free?
Do FormulaBar or Formula MAX have ads?
Which is updated more often, FormulaBar or Formula MAX?
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