Comparison

Calc Cloud vs Calculator+VAT

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

Head to head
About

Calc Cloud

This app stores and syncs your calculation histories across all your devices using cloud storage. It's useful for everyday calculations, invoicing, and tax preparation, with options to edit, comment, and export your tapes.

Highlights
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Editable paper tape history
  • Export to PDF, Email, Dropbox
  • Invoicing and tax calculation
  • Comment on lines
  • Undo/Redo functionality
Features
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Calc Cloud stores paper tape histories in Apple’s iCloud Drive® online services for use by any of your devices. Enter tabulations on your iPad® at work, and see them at home on your iPhone® that evening! Files are never lost even if you upgrade or lose your mobile device. It is also perfect for everyday use. Use it for adding columns of numbers, invoicing, point-of-sale receipts, income taxes, percentages, and much more. Print the paper tape history or export to iBooks®, DropBox®, Email or Printer (see the FAQs). Review & edit numbers, add or delete lines and place comments on any lline. The iPad version features a full sized (1:1) keypad with TypeTone, a unique audio aid to help guide your finger back to the center of a key. This free download has limited lines of paper tape history, limited disk storage, and banner ads. Use one simple In-App Purchase for more lines of paper tape, storage files and the removal of banner ads. ========== CPA's and Accountants: Please find 'Adding Machine: 10 Key Calc Universal' by Richard Silverman in the App Store which is a 10-key compliant adding machine with reverse numeric/operator entry like Casio, Sharp or Canon. Recent Press for our 'Accountant' series of calculator apps: . Recently ranked in "Top 10 - Finance" in the App Store. . AppsWild.com: "Whether you're tracking your monthly budget, coming up with an estimate of costs for a project you're working on....this App should be your first choice." ========== About Calc Cloud: ======== . Never lose a paper tape history again!! Keep all your devices up to date with paper tape histories held in iCloud Drive® online services. . Universal App for iPhone & iPad devices . Freely chain + - x / % 1/x √ . Tax + / - keys for Point-of-Sale receipts . Print, email or export a PDF file to the iBooks® app, Dropbox(c) or your favorite printing utility. . Add comments . Add, delete and modify lines and recompute results automatically. . 350 lines of paper tape history (upgraded version) . Undo / Redo . Three display formats: fixed, fix+, float . Comprehensive set of help screens. . Realistic keypad sounds iPad Features: ======== . TypeTone(c) - a major innovation to aid accurate key entry using audio feedback. . Full size (1:1) realistic keyboard. . 4 Orientations . Lock keypad for left or right handed use iPhone Features: ======== . Multiple keypads . Select from 4 background colors . Set a paper tape font size ========== FAQs Q1. Can I touch-type? A1. The iPad version of this app. has several aids for touch-typing: TypeTone variable audio feedback, 1:1 scale keyboard, or, scale and reposition the keyboard to fit your hand best. There is also support for right and left-handers. Q2. How do I edit an incorrect number or add & delete lines from the paper tape? A2. Touch any line of the paper tape to go into edit mode. Touch the side controls: Add Line, Delete Line. You can also edit numbers, and split groups. Press Done to return to Calculator mode. Q3. Tell me about Email & Printing. A3. From the Export dialog, select: Email, Print, Copy or Open-In. Email includes a pdf attachment. Print to an AirPrint capable printer. Open-In will show a menu of 3rd party Apps that can receive a hardcopy of your paper tape (iBooks, DropBox, or 3rd party printer Apps (Brother, HP and more)). =========================== IN-APP PURCHASE: . Free download has a limited number of lines of paper tape . Upgrade for 350 lines of paper tape history, more file storage, & no ads IN-APP PURCHASE DETAILS . Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Your use of this application is governed by Interlocken Technology's Terms of Use (http://s354819480.onlinehome.us/InterlockenPrivacyPolicy/Interlocken%20Technology%20Privacy%20Policy.pdf) and Privacy Policy (http://s354819480.onlinehome.us/InterlockenPrivacyPolicy/InterlockenTechnologyTermsOfUse.pdf)

About

Calculator+VAT

This finance app offers three calculator modes: standard, scientific, and VAT calculation. Easily add or subtract percentages for tax purposes with a clean, customizable interface that supports dark mode.

Highlights
  • Standard calculator
  • Scientific calculator
  • VAT calculator (add/subtract percentage)
  • Customizable color theme
  • Dark mode support
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Calculator+VAT is a simple app that aside from a simple calculator, it includes an also simple and clutter-free VAT mode to add or subtract a specified percentage from a price, as well as a scientific mode. Those functions were also build around a unique square-ish design with a distinct color of your choice. The app also supports the native system dark mode.

Screenshots

Calc Cloud4 screens
Calculator+VAT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Calculator+VAT at 5.0 against Calc Cloud's 4.2. Calc Cloud's advantage is ratings volume (17 vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Calc Cloud sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Calculator+VAT sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Calculator+VAT holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calc Cloud has 17 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calc Cloud ships an update every 3 weeks, Calculator+VAT every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Calc Cloud versus Calculator+VAT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalc CloudCalculator+VAT
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (17 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichard SilvermanDimitris Sartzetakis

Customer experience

Calc Cloud

All ratings17 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative18.2%

Calculator+VAT

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Calc Cloud

One-time1
  • Full Upgrade$3.99
7 purchases

Calculator+VAT

One-time7
  • Tip Tier 1$0.99
  • Tip Tier 2$1.99
  • Tip Tier 3$2.99
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  • Tip Tier 4$3.99
  • Tip Tier 5$5.99
  • Tip Tier 6$9.99
  • Tip Tier 7$11.99

Questions

Is Calc Cloud free?
Calc Cloud is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Calculator+VAT free?
Calculator+VAT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Calc Cloud or Calculator+VAT?
Calculator+VAT is rated higher. Calc Cloud averages 4.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Calculator+VAT averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Calc Cloud or Calculator+VAT have ads?
Neither Calc Cloud nor Calculator+VAT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Calc Cloud or Calculator+VAT?
Calc Cloud ships an update every 3 weeks, and Calculator+VAT every 2 months. Most recently, Calc Cloud was updated on October 14, 2026 and Calculator+VAT on October 13, 2026.

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