Comparison

BasicCalc vs TextMath

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

Head to head
About

BasicCalc

This app offers both basic and advanced scientific calculation modes with a clean interface and large buttons. It features a persistent history of your last 30 operations and works offline on your iPhone or iPad.

Highlights
  • Basic and Scientific calculation modes
  • Large, easy-to-tap buttons
  • Persistent calculation history (last 30 ops)
  • Works offline
  • Dark theme option
  • Supports iPhone and iPad
Features
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*** #1 App Calculator in 10 countries! *** No ads or Purchases, just Math! *** BIG Buttons! *** Basic and Simple! ----------------------------------------------------- BasicCalc is the calculator that adapts to you. Start in Basic mode for everyday math, then switch to Scientific mode when you need more power — all in one tap. BASIC MODE • Clean, distraction-free calculator for daily use • Large buttons designed for easy tapping • Left-to-right calculation — what you see is what you get SCIENTIFIC MODE • Full scientific calculator with proper operator precedence • Trigonometric functions: sin, cos, tan, asin, acos, atan • Logarithms: ln, log • Powers and roots: x², x³, √, ∛, ^ • Constants: π, e, random number generator • Parentheses for complex expressions • Degree/Radian toggle • 2nd button doubles available functions SMART FEATURES • Persistent calculation history — review your last 30 operations • Works on both iPhone and iPad • Dark theme — easy on your eyes • No account needed, no internet required Download BasicCalc — the only calculator you need.

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

BasicCalc3 screens
TextMath4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BasicCalc at none against TextMath's 1. TextMath's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 17 months). 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. TextMath sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BasicCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BasicCalc ships an update every 17 months, TextMath every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
BasicCalc versus TextMath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBasicCalcTextMath
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 17 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRodrigo BellosoMHOST LTD

In-app purchases

None

BasicCalc

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

TextMath

One-time1
  • Unlimited Pages$1.99

Questions

Is BasicCalc free?
BasicCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TextMath free?
TextMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BasicCalc or TextMath have ads?
Neither BasicCalc nor TextMath shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BasicCalc or TextMath?
BasicCalc ships an update every 17 months, and TextMath every 5 days. Most recently, BasicCalc was updated on October 24, 2026 and TextMath on October 13, 2026.

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