Comparison

CalcMate vs PhomulaCalc

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

Head to head
About

CalcMate

This app combines note-taking with a powerful calculator, allowing you to perform calculations directly within your text. It handles math, currency, unit conversions, and date calculations, offering a streamlined alternative to spreadsheets and traditional calculators.

Highlights
  • Calculate math within text
  • Currency and unit conversions
  • Date calculations
  • Organize notes with folders
  • iCloud syncing
  • Custom number keyboard
Features
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CalcMate is a powerful notepad with a built-in calculator that lets you write naturally while solving calculations instantly. Enter numbers, text, percentages, currencies, dates, and units—all in the same note. Whether you’re calculating invoices, tracking expenses, creating budgets, or making quick estimates, CalcMate eliminates the need to switch between a notes app, calculator, and spreadsheet. What you can do • Perform calculations directly inside your notes. • Calculate percentages, taxes, discounts, and tips. • Convert currencies and units. • Calculate dates and durations. • Create invoices, budgets, bills, and shopping lists. • Reference previous calculations and keep everything organized. Try these examples • 100 + 5 tip • 1000$ + 20% fee • 900$ + 20$ delivery + 1.5% • 500 USD in EUR • 10 BTC in USD • Today + 5 days • Tomorrow + 10 days • 1 kg in lb • subtotal — calculates the total of all previous lines • line5 — uses the result from line 5 • # this is a comment …and much more. Features • Smart note editor with live calculations • Organize notes with folders • Trash folder to restore or permanently delete notes • iCloud sync across your Apple devices • Optional custom number keyboard • Optional running total displayed above the keyboard We’d love your feedback Have questions, suggestions, or need help? Contact us at: lazyboardapp+calcmate@gmail.com

About

PhomulaCalc

Features
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PhomularCalc – All-in-One: Calculator, Unit Converter, and Notes PhomularCalc is an app that combines a scientific calculator, unit converter, and note-taking tool, designed for students, professionals, and anyone seeking efficiency. With its modern interface and seamless navigation, PhomularCalc simplifies your tasks and enhances productivity. Experience accurate calculations, quick conversions, and convenient note-saving – all in one place. With smooth animations and customizable themes, PhomularCalc offers a balance of simplicity and professionalism. Try it today and elevate your everyday efficiency! Feature list: Scientific Calculator: From basic calculations to advanced mathematical functions, PhomularCalc delivers precision and versatility. Effortlessly switch between result formats such as integers, decimals, repeating decimals, fractions, and even spelled-out numbers. The calculator supports real-time expression input and displays results as you type, ensuring a seamless and interactive experience. Additionally, helpful syntax error guide you through correcting your expressions. Unit Converter: Convert between 148 units across 13 categories (length, weight, time, speed, etc.) with unmatched accuracy and speed. Its intuitive interface ensures quick and seamless conversions for all your needs. Notes: Take notes effortlessly by drawing or inserting text. PhomularCalc offers a wide range of pen tools, colors, and text formats, with drag-and-drop, scrolling, and editing capabilities. All notes are securely stored on your device. Interface: Featuring a sleek design, PhomularCalc supports flexible theme switching between light, dark, and default modes. With its user-friendly layout, navigating the app is simple and enjoyable.

Screenshots

CalcMate4 screens
PhomulaCalc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PhomulaCalc at none against CalcMate's 5. PhomulaCalc also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. CalcMate sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. PhomulaCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CalcMate versus PhomulaCalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalcMatePhomulaCalc
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (96 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews95.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings96 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElsayed HusseinHuu Tai Nguyen

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CalcMate

One-time5
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99
  • Buy me 2 coffees$1.99
  • Buy Me a burger$4.99
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  • Remove Ads$5.99
  • Buy Me a pizza$9.99
None

PhomulaCalc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CalcMate free?
CalcMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PhomulaCalc free?
PhomulaCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CalcMate or PhomulaCalc have ads?
CalcMate shows ads; PhomulaCalc does not.

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