Comparison

Formula MAX vs Periodic

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 1100+ formulas, definitions, and values
  • Offline access
  • Powerful search function
  • Favorites for quick access
  • Trigonometric and logarithmic calculators
  • Periodic table with element details
Features
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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

About

Periodic

Features
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The PeriodicTableElements is an elegant app that is interactive and fun. Easy to use, easy to understand, simple and effective. It shows the periodic table of elements in variety of ways 1) Classic grid with name that is color coded. You can configure it to look however you like. 2) Visually appealing electron distribution. 3) Visually appealing Lewis dot structure. 4) List that can be sorted based on different element properties like group, period, category etc. These awesome periodic tables can be shared by simple double click anywhere on the table. It is possible to copy the periodic table diagrams as high quality SVG xml. Drag your finger on the periodic table canvas to update elements automatically or tap on an element to see more details. Tap on an element and all the rest of the related elements are highlighted. Details of a selected element is shown in a beautifully drawn animated element. Tap on the animated element and you will see more details that can also be shared. Tapping on the list element will navigate you to a page that shows details of the element. It automatically saves your hard work locally on your device so you can come back and pick up from where you left off as your great effort will not be lost. This is a perfect app if you are a student learning chemistry. This is an app for all student groups. From high school to college to university students. Be creative. Enjoy the app!

Screenshots

Formula MAX4 screens
Periodic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Periodic at every 5 weeks against Formula MAX's every 11 months. Formula MAX's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Formula MAX costs $0.99 and Periodic $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Formula MAX ships an update every 11 months, Periodic every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Formula MAX versus Periodic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormula MAXPeriodic
Price$0.99 — better$1.99
Rating4.8 (52 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings52 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMallow Technologies Private LimitedOm Prakash Chapagain

Bugs and 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

Periodic

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Formula MAX

No in-app purchases

None

Periodic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Formula MAX free?
Formula MAX costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Periodic free?
Periodic costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Formula MAX or Periodic have ads?
Neither Formula MAX nor Periodic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Formula MAX or Periodic?
Formula MAX ships an update every 11 months, and Periodic every 5 weeks. Most recently, Formula MAX was updated on September 28, 2026 and Periodic on September 24, 2026.

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