Comparison

Calculus Formulas vs Aporia

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

Head to head
About

Calculus Formulas

Features
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CalcRef is the complete calculus reference and study tool built for students. Whether you are preparing for AP Calculus, college exams, or reviewing core concepts, CalcRef puts every formula, table, and practice tool you need in one offline app. FORMULAS Browse over 100 calculus formulas across 8 topics: Limits and Continuity, Derivatives, Applications of Derivatives, Integrals, Techniques of Integration, Applications of Integrals, Sequences and Series, and Parametric, Polar, and Vectors. Every formula includes LaTeX-rendered notation, a plain-language description, conditions for use, and variable definitions. Computational formulas include a built-in calculator with step-by-step solutions. REFERENCE TABLES Six tables provide instant access to the essentials: - Derivative Rules (power, trig, exponential, logarithmic, inverse trig) - Integral Formulas (standard antiderivatives with conditions) - Trigonometric Identities (Pythagorean, double angle, half angle, sum/difference) - Convergence Tests (ratio, root, integral, comparison, alternating series) - Maclaurin Series (common expansions with convergence intervals) - Unit Circle (sin, cos, tan at standard angles in degrees and radians) PRACTICE Test your knowledge with flashcard-style quizzes. Each round presents 10 cards from a chosen topic or a mix of all topics. Flip to reveal each formula, mark it correct or missed, and review your score. Track your progress over time with per-topic stats and quiz history. TOOLS A unit converter covering 16 categories (length, area, volume, mass, force, pressure, temperature, energy, power, velocity, acceleration, density, viscosity, torque, flow rate, and angle) is accessible from any screen. A database of mathematical constants provides precise values for pi, e, the golden ratio, and more. BUILT FOR STUDYING Bookmark formulas to Favorites for quick access. Search finds any formula or constant as you type. Calculation history logs every result. Create and save your own custom formulas. Choose dark or light theme, set decimal precision, and toggle scientific notation. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Aporia

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Aporia Education is a guided learning app for university-level mathematics and physics. Learn university math and physics through structured lessons, interactive exercises, and clear feedback. Study Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus, Linear Algebra, Classical Mechanics, and Electromagnetism at your own pace. Strengthen your understanding with: โ€ข Guided practice and immediate feedback โ€ข Course exams and daily study sessions โ€ข A personal formula sheet for saving important formulas โ€ข Progress, streak, XP, and level tracking โ€ข A collection of scientists unlocked as you learn โ€ข English and Spanish support Aporia Premium provides access to the complete learning experience, including all lessons, guided practice, exams, daily study, and unlimited saved formulas. Monthly and yearly plans are available through Apple. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled in your Apple Account settings. Whether you are reviewing a difficult topic, preparing for an exam, or building consistent study habits, Aporia helps you keep learning one step at a time. Privacy Policy: https://aporialabs.app/privacy/education/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Calculus Formulas4 screens
Aporia3 screens

Verdict

The call

Calculus Formulas and Aporia are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Calculus Formulas sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Aporia sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Calculus Formulas versus Aporia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalculus FormulasAporia
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size48 MB100 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobin AkhterOmar Esteban Corona Mindiola

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Calculus Formulas

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$2.997 Days
  • CalcRef Yearly Premium$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • CalcRef Premium Lifetime$44.99
2 purchases

Aporia

Subscriptions2
  • Aporia Premium$9.991 Month
  • Aporia Premium$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Calculus Formulas free?
Calculus Formulas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aporia free?
Aporia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Calculus Formulas or Aporia have ads?
Neither Calculus Formulas nor Aporia shows ads.

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