Comparison

SmartCalc+ Science Calculator vs TextMath

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

Head to head
About

SmartCalc+ Science Calculator

Features
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A clean, powerful calculator for everyday and advanced use, now with iCloud sync. This app is designed to make calculations fast, reliable, and effortless across all your Apple devices. Features: • iCloud synchronization: your history and favorites are available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Basic and scientific modes • Fraction support for precise calculations • Customizable themes to match your style • Smart history for quick reference Everything you need in a calculator, always in sync and ready to go. Go Premium to unlock: - Complete calculation history - Extended history for fraction calculations - 100% ad-free experience Subscription payments will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation of your purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew and you will be charged unless auto-renew is turned off or unless you cancel at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription or trial period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. The cost of renewal depends on the Subscription Plan you choose. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase or by contacting Customer Support. Privacy Policy: https://retenica.com/privacy_policy Terms: https://retenica.com/terms_of_use

About

TextMath

Features
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TextMath redefines how calculators work. No need to memorize complex button sequences - just input in natural language and get instant results. 【Core Features】 • Multi-tab management for organized calculations • Natural language input - type "15% of 200" or "100 USD to EUR" • Real-time calculation display with paper-style interface • Smart toolbar with mathematical and currency symbols • Supports basic math, percentages, currency & unit conversion • Automatic data saving and offline operation • Dark mode support 【Perfect For】 • Daily shopping calculations • Travel currency exchange • Work reports and data analysis • Students learning mathematics 【Technical Excellence】 • Precise calculation engine • Optimized performance • Local data storage for privacy • Regular updates Through natural language input and paper-style interface design, TextMath brings calculation back to its essence, becoming an extension of your thinking process. Download TextMath now and experience a different way of calculating.

Screenshots

SmartCalc+ Science Calculator4 screens
TextMath4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TextMath at none against SmartCalc+ Science Calculator's shown. TextMath also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. SmartCalc+ Science Calculator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and TextMath sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartCalc+ Science Calculator ships an update every 5 weeks, TextMath every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
SmartCalc+ Science Calculator versus TextMath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartCalc+ Science CalculatorTextMath
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRetenica SP Z.O.OMHOST LTD

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SmartCalc+ Science Calculator

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Annual Premium Access$9.991 Year
1 purchases

TextMath

One-time1
  • Unlimited Pages$1.99

Questions

Is SmartCalc+ Science Calculator free?
SmartCalc+ Science Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TextMath free?
TextMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartCalc+ Science Calculator or TextMath have ads?
SmartCalc+ Science Calculator shows ads; TextMath does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartCalc+ Science Calculator or TextMath?
SmartCalc+ Science Calculator ships an update every 5 weeks, and TextMath every 5 days. Most recently, SmartCalc+ Science Calculator was updated on November 4, 2026 and TextMath on October 30, 2026.

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