Comparison

Scientific Calc vs Calculator ÷

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

Head to head
About

Scientific Calc

This utility app provides advanced scientific calculation functions with an intuitive interface. It offers easy access to functions via swiping and large, uncluttered buttons for faster, more reliable calculations. Customize your experience with background options and enjoy extended accuracy for complex computations.

Highlights
  • Swipe-based access to scientific functions
  • Large, uncluttered buttons
  • Backspace key for corrections
  • Copy and paste functionality
  • Customizable background and display
  • Extended accuracy calculations
Features
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Scientific Calculator for iPad and iPhone. Easy to access the scientific functions by swiping between exponents, logs and sinus functions so all buttons are large and uncluttereds, this allows you to work faster and more reliable (no rotation or "2nd" function keys needed). All the functions are visible on the iPad, but more are revealed by rotating to landscape. Balloon help for easy functionality. Features: - Correct with a backspace key if you enter a wrong digit without having to redo. - Parantheses and correct calculation priority. - Copy and Paste numbers to other Apps, by tapping on the display. - Change number display to Fixed, Scientific, etc., by tapping on the display. - Customize you background and fixed digits. - An audible sound confirms if you have pressed a button, which can be easily disabled by touching the speaker. - Previous calculation is repeated when the equal sign is pressed. - Memory is saved between uses. - Degrees and Radians can be switched by pressing the symbol on the screen or a button. - A visible and audible error when trying to divide by zero or take the square root of a negative number. - Numbers are shown in local format, depending on your Region Formats, i.e. comma used in Europe. - Calculations are done in extended accuracy so that the square root of 2 repeated a few times, followed by a square will result in 2, not 1.999999999999983.

About

Calculator ÷

This app offers a straightforward and efficient calculation experience with a history log to review past computations. It supports multitasking and offers a dark mode for comfortable use.

Highlights
  • History Tracking
  • Quick Copy
  • Universal Support (iPhone/iPad)
  • Split View Ready
  • Dark Mode Support
Features
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The Ultimate Free Calculator for iOS Discover the power of simplicity with our intuitive and feature-rich calculator.  Perfect for both iPhone and iPad, our app delivers seamless performance whether you're calculating on the go or multitasking in split view. Key Features: • History Tracking: Never lose track of your calculations. All your calculations are automatically saved in the history for easy reference. • Quick Copy: Save time with a simple tap to copy any result to your clipboard. • Universal Support: Enjoy a smooth experience on both iPhone and iPad, in both portrait and landscape orientations. • Split View Ready: Maximize your productivity by using the calculator alongside other apps in split view on your iPad. • Dark Mode: Reduce eye strain and save battery life with full dark mode support. • Experience a calculator that combines ease of use with powerful functionality.  Download now and simplify your calculations!

Screenshots

Scientific Calc3 screens
Calculator ÷3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Calculator ÷ at Free against Scientific Calc's $1.99. Calculator ÷ also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (75% vs 50%). Scientific Calc's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, 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

Calculator ÷ is free to download; Scientific Calc costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Calculator ÷ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator ÷ has 194 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Scientific Calc's written reviews are positive against 75% of Calculator ÷'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scientific Calc ships an update every 5 months, Calculator ÷ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Scientific Calc versus Calculator ÷: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScientific CalcCalculator ÷
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (3 ratings)4.6 (194 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3194 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHannes SverrissonPrzemyslaw Skowronek

Customer experience

Scientific Calc

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Calculator ÷

All ratings194 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative8.3%

In-app purchases

None

Scientific Calc

No in-app purchases

None

Calculator ÷

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scientific Calc free?
Scientific Calc costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Calculator ÷ free?
Calculator ÷ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scientific Calc or Calculator ÷?
Calculator ÷ is rated higher. Scientific Calc averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Calculator ÷ averages 4.6 from 194 ratings.
Do Scientific Calc or Calculator ÷ have ads?
Calculator ÷ shows ads; Scientific Calc does not.
Which is updated more often, Scientific Calc or Calculator ÷?
Scientific Calc ships an update every 5 months, and Calculator ÷ every 4 months. Most recently, Scientific Calc was updated on October 23, 2026 and Calculator ÷ on October 24, 2026.

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