Comparison

2nd Calc vs FedNote

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

Head to head
About

2nd Calc

This utility app simplifies everyday calculations with a tip calculator, temperature and unit converters, a real-time currency converter, and a multi-city time zone display. It aims to be your go-to tool for common daily tasks, keeping complex calculators for specialized needs.

Highlights
  • Tip calculator
  • Temperature conversion (F/C)
  • Unit converter (distance/weight)
  • Real-time currency converter
  • Multi-city time zone display
Features
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Welcome to your "2nd Calculator!" A quick and easy way to solve common questions and tasks. Key features include the following: - Tip Calculator for common percentages - Simple Temperature conversion to and from Fahrenheit and Celsius - A Unit Converter for common distance and weight measurements (see below) - A real-time Currency Converter using daily rates for key currencies (well, we think they're key) - On the spot or future Time Zone displays for up to 4 major cities on one screen! Keep the complicated calculators and apps on your phone for when you need them, but we think you'll find most daily tasks right here in one place. Distance Conversion options: To and From... - Centimeters (cm) - Meters (m) - Kilometers (km) - Inches (in) - Feet (ft) - Yards (yd) - Miles ...Or weights: - Grams (g) - Kilograms (kg) - Ounces (oz) - Pounds (lbs)

About

FedNote

Features
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DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. COVER YOUR ASSETS. In 2025, Federal employees face unprecedented workforce changes including Reductions in Force (RIF), deferred resignations, and agency reorganizations. FedNote helps you navigate these challenges by providing essential documentation tools and resources. Key Features: - Secure, offline-only event logging system - Document scanner for preserving critical communications - Status tracker for monitoring employment changes - Comprehensive preparation checklist - Detailed communication logger - Timeline visualization for status changes - Export capabilities for legal documentation - Resource links to employee rights information FedNote operates completely offline with no data collection or external connectivity, ensuring your sensitive employment information remains private and secure. Perfect for Federal employees who need to maintain detailed records of workplace changes, communications, and official notices. Designed specifically for Federal employees facing workforce restructuring, this tool helps you: - Track and timestamp all employment-related events - Document communications with management - Maintain chronological records of status changes - Preserve important notices and communications - Prepare for potential legal proceedings - Follow best practices for workforce transitions Take control of your employment documentation with FedNote - your comprehensive companion for navigating Federal workforce transitions. FedNotes is free forever with all features unlocked in-app purchases are for tips only.

Screenshots

2nd Calc4 screens
FedNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 2nd Calc at none against FedNote's 3. FedNote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 months). On price, ads, 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. FedNote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 2nd Calc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

2nd Calc ships an update every 6 months, FedNote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
2nd Calc versus FedNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter2nd CalcFedNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB38 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperScott KierPolemics Applications LLC

In-app purchases

None

2nd Calc

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FedNote

One-time3
  • FedNote Tip $0.99$0.99
  • FedNote Tip $4.99$4.99
  • FedNote Tip $9.99$9.99

Questions

Is 2nd Calc free?
2nd Calc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FedNote free?
FedNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 2nd Calc or FedNote have ads?
Neither 2nd Calc nor FedNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 2nd Calc or FedNote?
2nd Calc ships an update every 6 months, and FedNote every 2 days. Most recently, 2nd Calc was updated on October 4, 2026 and FedNote on October 7, 2026.

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