NerdCalc vs Programming Calculator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NerdCalc
Perform calculations across binary, hexadecimal, and decimal number bases simultaneously. Easily switch input modes and see results update instantly for all bases. Supports unsigned and 2's complement for negative numbers, along with arithmetic, logic, and bitwise operations.
- Simultaneous base display
- Switchable input modes
- Unsigned and 2's complement support
- Arithmetic operations
- Logic operations
- Bitwise shifting
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NerdCalc is a binary, hexadecimal and decimal calculator that displays all three number bases at the same time. With NerdCalc, you can quickly switch which base you are inputting and the result of your calculations is always updated for all three bases, no matter what the current input mode. NerdCalc supports both unsigned and 2’s complement, to allow for negative numbers, and can perform basic arithmetic and logic operations as well as bitwise shifting. Enjoy!
Programming Calculator
This utility app allows users to instantly convert numbers between bases 2 and 30, perform calculations, and get accurate results. It features a developer-friendly interface with real-time updates and dark mode support.
- Base conversion (2-30)
- Developer-friendly calculations
- Real-time value updates
- Intuitive one-hand interface
- Dark mode support
- Supports multiple number systems
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Programming Calc is a convenient and powerful calculator designed for developers, engineers, students, and anyone working with different number systems. Instantly convert values between bases from 2 to 30, perform calculations, and get accurate results without mistakes. Key Features: Base conversion from 2 to 30 (bin, oct, dec, hex, and more) Developer-friendly calculator with fast operations and precise outputs Real-time value updates across all systems Clean, intuitive interface optimized for one-hand use Suitable for learning, programming, technical tasks, and everyday calculations Dark mode support Who is it for? Developers working with code, addresses, and bit structures Students studying number systems and preparing for exams Engineers performing technical calculations Anyone who needs quick and accurate base conversion Simple. Fast. Accurate. Programming Calc makes working with numbers easy and efficient.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Programming Calculator at every 4 weeks against NerdCalc's every 19 months. Programming Calculator also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). NerdCalc's advantage is ratings volume (183 vs 38). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for NerdCalc against 4.9 for Programming Calculator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 183 and 38 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of NerdCalc's written reviews are positive against 80% of Programming Calculator's.
NerdCalc ships an update every 19 months, Programming Calculator every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NerdCalc | Programming Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (183 ratings) | 4.9 (38 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better | 80.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 183 — better | 38 |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nidal Fakhouri | Mikhail Razin |
Customer experience
NerdCalc
Programming Calculator
In-app purchases
NerdCalc
No in-app purchases
Programming Calculator
No in-app purchases
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