Comparison

PencilCalc vs Multiple Counters

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

Head to head
About

PencilCalc

Features
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PencilCalc PencilCalc displays calculation results in the vertical arithmetic format taught in Japanese elementary schools. Even when used like a regular calculator, the answers appear neatly in the traditional pencil-and-paper style, helping children intuitively understand how addition and subtraction work. It’s perfect for classrooms, home study, or even as brain training for seniors. You can also enjoy ad-free use for 48 hours by watching a short ad — making it safe and comfortable for anyone to use. Main Features • Displays addition and subtraction in vertical (column) format • Supports numbers up to 999,999 • non-personalized ads only

About

Multiple Counters

Features
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Start counting right away, then customize the layout and appearance to suit you. Features • Create boards and freely arrange counters • Set count increments and decrements, starting values, names, and backgrounds • Customize board and counter backgrounds with photos or the camera • Undo and redo actions • Configure count sounds, volume, and haptic feedback • Duplicate and reorder boards, and restore recently deleted boards • View history, share data, and export CSV • Configure per-counter sound and vibration feedback Some features are available only with Pro. Data is stored only on your device; no account is required.

Screenshots

PencilCalc3 screens
Multiple Counters4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PencilCalc at none against Multiple Counters's 1. PencilCalc also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 days). 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. Multiple Counters sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PencilCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PencilCalc ships an update every 2 days, Multiple Counters every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
PencilCalc versus Multiple Counters: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPencilCalcMultiple Counters
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.618.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYASUHIDE MATSUMOTOTsukutena

In-app purchases

None

PencilCalc

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Multiple Counters

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$6.99

Questions

Is PencilCalc free?
PencilCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Multiple Counters free?
Multiple Counters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PencilCalc or Multiple Counters have ads?
Neither PencilCalc nor Multiple Counters shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PencilCalc or Multiple Counters?
PencilCalc ships an update every 2 days, and Multiple Counters every 5 days. Most recently, PencilCalc was updated on September 28, 2026 and Multiple Counters on October 8, 2026.

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