Comparison

Calcu vs Kimsa

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

Head to head
About

Calcu

This app provides advanced logarithmic calculations and explanations, covering equation solving, Taylor series, digit-by-digit computation, and integral definitions. It also simplifies expressions, solves complex logarithmic equations, and includes a virtual slide rule.

Highlights
  • Solves logarithmic equations for y, x, and a
  • Explains Taylor series for log_e(x)
  • Illustrates digit-by-digit log_10(x) computation
  • Explains log_e definition via integrals
  • Simplifies logarithmic expressions
  • Calculates and graphs complex logarithms
  • Includes virtual slide rule
Features
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Calcu-Logarithm performs calculations and helps user understand logarithms on advanced level: 1. Solves equation "y = log_a(x)” for “y”, “x”, and “a”, with relevant graphs. 2. Explains and illustrates how to compute log_e (x) from Taylor series. 3. Explains and illustrates how to compute log_10 (x) digit by digit (based on M.Goldberg algorithm). 4. Explains and provides proof of log_e definition as the integral of x inverse. 5. Simplifies logarithmic expressions and solves logarithmic equations with polynomials of up to 20th degree. 6. Includes virtual slide rule for multiplication and division. 7. Calculates, explains, and graphs logarithms of complex numbers. Developers welcome any feedback, please write to us at graphmath@aol.com. Please check out our other Math apps.

About

Kimsa

Features
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Master math by doing it — not by watching videos. Kimsa generates unlimited, calculator-free practice problems and, on every wrong answer, tells you the EXACT mistake you made and how to fix it. No two sessions repeat, everything works offline, and it tracks what you've truly mastered. WHAT'S INSIDE • Algebra I & II / Precalculus, Geometry, and SAT / SSAT / ISEE / HSPT math • Unlimited problems generated on your device — fresh every time, no repeats • Exact-answer, calculator-free work: clean integers, fractions, and radicals • Every wrong multiple-choice option is a NAMED mistake ("distributed only the first term," "flipped the inequality") — so you learn the why, not just the what • A timed practice placement test with a predicted score • Mastery tracking + spaced repetition that resurfaces topics right before you'd forget them • A personalized study plan that maps your gaps and schedules the fix • A parent progress report: readiness, recurring mistakes, time on task FREE FOR 7 DAYS, THEN SUBSCRIBE Try everything free for 7 days — full access, no limits. After the trial, a subscription keeps your access to unlimited practice, the timed placement test, mastery tracking, the study plan, progress reports, and the AI tutor: • Step-by-step walkthroughs of any problem • A fresh worked example when you're stuck • "How to think about it" coaching Homework Help — paste your OWN problem and get taught how to solve it — is included with the Premium plan. WORKS OFFLINE · NO PERSONAL INFO The practice engine runs on your device — no internet needed once installed. We collect no name, no email, and no personal information. SUBSCRIPTION Auto-renewing. Cancel anytime in Settings — cancel before the 7-day free trial ends and you won't be charged. Payment is charged to your Apple ID; it renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. BUILT TO BE CORRECT Every problem resolves to an exact answer that's machine-checked — no wrong answer keys, no calculator decimals. Just honest, hand-solvable math. Great for summer refresh, leveling up during the year, and prepping for placement or entrance exams. TERMS & PRIVACY Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kimsa.ai/privacy

Screenshots

Calcu4 screens
Kimsa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Calcu at none against Kimsa's 2. Calcu also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). 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. Kimsa sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Calcu asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Calcu ships an update every 3 days, Kimsa every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Calcu versus Kimsa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalcuKimsa
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB11 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperYuri MorozovJEREMIAH LEE LAWRANCE

In-app purchases

None

Calcu

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Kimsa

Subscriptions2
  • AI Tutor7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • AI Tutor+$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Calcu free?
Calcu is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kimsa free?
Kimsa is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Calcu or Kimsa have ads?
Neither Calcu nor Kimsa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Calcu or Kimsa?
Calcu ships an update every 3 days, and Kimsa every 3 weeks. Most recently, Calcu was updated on November 4, 2026 and Kimsa on November 5, 2026.

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