# Calculator XL vs WorkTime

The clearest difference is price: WorkTime at Free against Calculator XL's $9.99. WorkTime also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 154) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Calculator XL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

WorkTime is free to download; Calculator XL costs $9.99 up front. WorkTime sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Calculator XL asks for nothing beyond the download.

Calculator XL holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WorkTime has 4.7K ratings behind it against 154, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Calculator XL's written reviews are positive against 59% of WorkTime's.

Calculator XL ships an update every 2 months, WorkTime every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator XL | WorkTime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (154 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-xl/id475792356/reviews)** | [4.4 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worktime-shift-work-calendar/id1003684086/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 154 | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 58.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 11 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gero Mazza](https://appshunter.io/developer/435402554) | [Toto Ventures Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570129172) |

## What reviewers say

### Calculator XL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-xl/id475792356)

This app combines five essential calculation tools into one convenient package. It offers standard, scientific, unit conversion, loan, and tip calculators with a user-friendly interface and large buttons. Ideal for everyday tasks and complex computations.

**Highlights:** Standard Calculator, Scientific Calculator, Unit Converter, Loan Calculator, Tip Calculator, Calculation History, Widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable and go-to app
- 👍 Love the functions and history
- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 👍 Nice and easy to use
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashing upon launching
- 🐛 Update eliminated history/calculations
- 🐛 Buttons not displayed properly in landscape
- 🐛 US Unit/Imperial function confusing
- 🐛 No split screen function on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes upon launching
- Update eliminated all history/calculations
- Numbers on buttons not displayed properly in landscape
- US Unit/Imperial function is confusing
- Cannot use split screen on iPad

**Requested features**

- Option to lock the board from moving
- Split screen function for iPad
- Themes/Skins for buttons
- Android and Windows versions


### WorkTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worktime-shift-work-calendar/id1003684086)

Easily track your work shifts and hours with this intuitive calendar app. Designed for shift workers, it allows quick entry, schedule visualization, and helpful reminders. Premium features include advanced hour tracking and calendar syncing.

**Highlights:** Shift calendar visualization, Quick shift entry, Shift reminders, Hours and wages tracking, Schedule sharing, Sync to phone calendar

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Wk WorkTime Shift Scheduler | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| WorkTime Pro: One Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month WorkTime Shift Manager | $8.99 | per month |
| 6 Month WorkTime Shift Worker | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| WorkTime Pro Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year WorkTime Job Calendar | $49.99 | per year |
| Work Calendar & Shift Schedule | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for organizing shifts and schedules
- 💰 Calculates earnings and pay
- 📆 Convenient calendar view

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
- 💰 Subscription cost is too high
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches after updates
- 🔄 Difficulty restoring purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Shifts/data randomly disappearing after updates
- Inability to restore pro subscription
- Calendar view freezing and becoming unresponsive

**Requested features**

- Add weekend/holiday pay rates
- Ability to sync with other calendars
- Option to customize font size and layout
- Implement a search/filter feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator XL free?

Calculator XL costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is WorkTime free?

WorkTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Calculator XL or WorkTime?

Calculator XL is rated higher. Calculator XL averages 4.7 out of 5 from 154 ratings, while WorkTime averages 4.4 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do Calculator XL or WorkTime have ads?

Neither Calculator XL nor WorkTime shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Calculator XL or WorkTime?

Calculator XL ships an update every 2 months, and WorkTime every 3 weeks. Most recently, Calculator XL was updated on October 26, 2026 and WorkTime on October 26, 2026.

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