Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers vs Saxophone Level
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers
This app offers a calculator with a retro design inspired by the first Macintosh. It allows users to personalize their calculator interface with unique pixel art stickers, celebrating classic computing history.
- Retro Macintosh UI design
- Pixel art sticker customization
- Tribute to classic computing
- Minimalist and elegant interface
- Personalized calculator appearance
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When the first Macintosh stunned the world in 1984, it was not just a technological leap but a monumental milestone in the history of personal computing. With its unprecedented graphical user interface, the Macintosh heralded a new era in human-computer interaction, profoundly influencing the development trajectory of personal computers. The machine and its design philosophy continue to inspire innovation and pursuit in the tech world today, standing as a classic symbol of the fusion between design and technology. In homage to this groundbreaking design, "Calculator 1984" meticulously replicates the UI style of the calculator on the first Macintosh, continuing its minimalist and elegant design language. This is more than a remembrance of an era; it is an admiration for the calculator UI personally designed by Steve Jobs. In "Calculator 1984," every detail echoes the original design spirit of the Macintosh, allowing users to relive that classic moment in the modern digital world. While honoring the classic, we also strive to provide users with the opportunity to express themselves and showcase their uniqueness. Therefore, "Calculator 1984" introduces the Sticker feature, offering a series of carefully designed pixel-style stickers—from the iconic Macintosh Dogcow and Bomb to a portrait of a young Steve Jobs. Each sticker is a tribute to the Macintosh culture, making each user's "Calculator 1984" truly one-of-a-kind. We encourage users to decorate their calculators with these artistically inspired stickers, turning it into a personal object that showcases their identity. With "Calculator 1984," we hope everyone can not only feel the classic essence derived from the Macintosh but also display their personality and creativity on this foundation. This app is not just a reminiscence of the past but an exploration of combining classics with modern innovation. Download "Calculator 1984" and join us in creating unique memories while revisiting the classics.
Saxophone Level
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Check your saxophone playing level and evaluate with a score
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers at none against Saxophone Level's shown. Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers ships an update every 11 days, Saxophone Level fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers | Saxophone Level |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 88.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 晓峰 操 | Hideaki Uchikoshi |
In-app purchases
Calculator 1984：Pixel Stickers
No in-app purchases
Saxophone Level
No in-app purchases
Questions
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