SMD decoder vs SJ Resistor Calculator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMD decoder
Decode SMD resistors with this practical tool. It supports three-digit, four-digit, and EIA-96 encoded resistor values, providing quick and accurate identification.
- Decodes 3-digit SMD codes
- Decodes 4-digit SMD codes
- Decodes EIA-96 SMD codes
- Resistor value identification
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A practical application that will decode any SMD resistor, regardless of whether the code is three or four digits, as well as those encoded in the EIA - 96 system.
SJ Resistor Calculator
This tool simplifies resistor calculations for electronics enthusiasts, students, and professionals. It accurately decodes resistor color codes and performs series/parallel calculations for complex circuit analysis. Avoid manual errors and streamline your electronics projects.
- Resistor color code decoding (4, 5, 6 band)
- Series resistor calculations
- Parallel resistor calculations
- Accurate resistance and tolerance values
- User-friendly interface
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############################# # SJ RESISTOR CALCULATOR # ############################# Never misread your electronic components again! SJ Resistor Calculator is the essential tool for professionals, students, and electronics enthusiasts. No more color code errors or tedious calculations for your circuits! +----------------------------------------+ | WHY CHOOSE THIS APP | +----------------------------------------+ [ INTUITIVE DECODING ] - Instantly read 4, 5, or 6-band resistors. - Get the exact value and tolerance effortlessly. [ SERIES CALCULATIONS ] - Calculate the equivalent resistance of your series circuits. - Add as many components as you need. [ PARALLEL CALCULATIONS ] - Easily analyze the behavior of your parallel circuits. - Absolute precision for your electrical designs. [ PROFESSIONAL RELIABILITY ] - A clean, ergonomic, and straightforward interface. - Designed for maintenance, studies, and troubleshooting. Free and available in your language, download it today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMD decoder at none against SJ Resistor Calculator's 5. SMD decoder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support 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
Both are free to download. SJ Resistor Calculator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. SMD decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SMD decoder against 5.0 for SJ Resistor Calculator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
SMD decoder ships an update every 2 days, SJ Resistor Calculator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and July 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMD decoder | SJ Resistor Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arkadiusz Fryszkowski | Stephane JAILLIARD |
Customer experience
SMD decoder
SJ Resistor Calculator
In-app purchases
SMD decoder
No in-app purchases
SJ Resistor Calculator
- A coffee$0.99
- A cookie$2.99
- No ads$4.99
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- A lemon tart$4.99
- A pizza$9.99
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