# KeyCalc vs ShadowCalc

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KeyCalc at none against ShadowCalc's 3. KeyCalc also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). ShadowCalc's advantage is ratings volume (22 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ShadowCalc sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. KeyCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for KeyCalc against 5.0 for ShadowCalc. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ShadowCalc has 22 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | KeyCalc | ShadowCalc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keycalc-retro-calculator/id6742797760/reviews)** | [5.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowcalc-phantom-calculator/id6788065061/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **22** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wayne Dahlberg](https://appshunter.io/developer/398086194) | [Ahmed Aslam Juvale](https://appshunter.io/developer/6788065063) |

## What reviewers say

### KeyCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keycalc-retro-calculator/id6742797760)

This calculator app offers a fun, retro-style interface inspired by mechanical keyboards and vintage LED displays. It provides a simple and enjoyable user experience for everyday calculations.

**Highlights:** Retro calculator design, Mechanical keyboard inspiration, Vintage LED display aesthetic, Simple and fun interface, Basic calculation functions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ShadowCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowcalc-phantom-calculator/id6788065061)

Calculate in style with this persona-inspired calculator app. It offers unique themes, customizable icons, and haptic feedback, all with hand-drawn assets.

**Highlights:** Persona-inspired themes, Customizable icons, Haptic feedback, Unique hand-drawn assets, Multiple theme support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Level 1 Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level 2 Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Level 10 Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KeyCalc free?

KeyCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ShadowCalc free?

ShadowCalc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, KeyCalc or ShadowCalc?

KeyCalc is rated higher. KeyCalc averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ShadowCalc averages 5.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do KeyCalc or ShadowCalc have ads?

Neither KeyCalc nor ShadowCalc shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*