Comparison

Calculator· vs Calculator

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

Head to head
About

Calculator·

This app offers a straightforward calculation experience, focusing on essential functions without unnecessary complexity. It includes basic arithmetic, percentage calculations, and advanced functions like square root. Users can customize the appearance with multiple color schemes and utilize features like result copying and split-screen multitasking on iPad.

Highlights
  • Basic arithmetic operations
  • Percentage calculations
  • Multiple color schemes
  • Copy results
  • Square, square root, inverse functions
  • iPad Split View support
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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A truly no-frills calculator with the perfect blend of features and simplicity. Tired of getting lost in features you don’t use, but wish you had just a few more? Try Calculator· today! Features: • The essentials—add, subtract, multiply, divide, percent • Multiple color schemes • Copy your result (double tap result to copy) • Square, square root, and inverse functions on iPad landscape • Split View for iPad so you can run two apps at once • Apple Watch Support This app contains auto-renewable subscriptions: • Premium Access • 1 month and 1 year durations available​ Limit one free trial per user. Charged through your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that product, where applicable. • Privacy policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/905866 • Terms of use: http://www.timosstudios.com/terms-of-use You can follow the instructions on our website to change or cancel your subscription: http://www.timosstudios.com/how-to-cancel-subscription-on-ios

About

Calculator

This utility app offers a streamlined and efficient calculator experience. It records your entire calculation history for easy retrieval and allows for personalized prompt tones and customizable themes. Ideal for iPad users seeking a simpler, faster calculation tool.

Highlights
  • Faster calculation speed
  • Complete calculation process recording
  • Customizable prompt tones
  • Built-in exquisite themes
  • Ideal for iPad
Features
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MingCalc calculator, make calculator simpler. MingCalc calculator is an indispensable calculator in working life. Features: 1. Smaller than its own calculator, faster calculation. 2. Record the complete calculation process for easy search. 3. Users can customize the prompt tone to make computing experience more pleasant. 4. The system has a variety of built-in themes, which are exquisite and cool. 5. Ideal for iPad calculators. Download and experience it

Screenshots

Calculator·4 screens
Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Calculator at none against Calculator·'s shown. Calculator also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Calculator·'s advantage is ratings volume (34K vs 1.9K) and review sentiment (84% vs 71%). On price, rating, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Calculator· sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Calculator sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Calculator· against 4.8 for Calculator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calculator· has 34K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Calculator·'s written reviews are positive against 71% of Calculator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calculator· ships an update every 3 months, Calculator every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Calculator· versus Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalculator·Calculator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (34K ratings) — better4.8 (1.9K ratings)
Positive reviews84.3% of reviews — better70.6% of reviews
Number of ratings34K — better1.9K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim O's Studios, LLC杭州智慧小明科技有限公司

Customer experience

Calculator·

All ratings34,400 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews887 reviews
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative10.0%

Calculator

All ratings1,884 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.1%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative27.5%

User reviews

Calculator·

From 34K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick and responsive
  • 💡 Percentage function works well
  • 👍 Large, clear buttons
  • 👍 Straightforward, no-frills design

Room to improve

  • 🔋 Frequent ads can be distracting
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔒 Lack of customization options
  • 💡 No backspace/undo function
  • 💡 Missing advanced features like memory

Calculator

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient and efficient
  • 💡 Useful features
  • 👍 Simple operation
  • 👍 Colorful and visually appealing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with deleting the app
  • 💰 Expensive paid version
  • 🔒 Unclear about the paid subscription

Bugs and requests

Calculator·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when performing long calculations
  • Freezes when opening the app
  • Incorrect results for some complex calculations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a backspace/undo button
  • Implement a history/memory feature
  • Provide more customization options
  • Reduce frequency of ads

Calculator

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Paid subscription not working as expected
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add scientific calculation options
  • Ability to save and export calculation history

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Calculator·

Subscriptions2
  • Upgrade App3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Upgrade App$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Upgrade App$1.99
2 purchases

Calculator

One-time2
  • One year VIP$3.99
  • Permanent VIP$14.99

Questions

Is Calculator· free?
Calculator· is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Calculator free?
Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Calculator· or Calculator?
Calculator· is rated higher. Calculator· averages 4.9 out of 5 from 34K ratings, while Calculator averages 4.8 from 1.9K ratings.
Do Calculator· or Calculator have ads?
Calculator· shows ads; Calculator does not.
Which is updated more often, Calculator· or Calculator?
Calculator· ships an update every 3 months, and Calculator every 2 months. Most recently, Calculator· was updated on October 24, 2026 and Calculator on October 24, 2026.

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