PencilCalc vs Multiple Counters
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PencilCalc
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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
Multiple Counters
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Multiple Counters sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PencilCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
| Parameter | PencilCalc | Multiple Counters |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | YASUHIDE MATSUMOTO | Tsukutena |
In-app purchases
PencilCalc
No in-app purchases
Multiple Counters
- Pro Upgrade$6.99
Questions
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