Comparison

Numerical³ vs WidgeterApp

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

Head to head
About

Numerical³

A powerful and beautifully designed calculator app that offers advanced scientific functions, automatic bracket handling, and a unique no-equals button interface. It integrates seamlessly with iOS features like widgets and keyboards for calculations anywhere.

Highlights
  • No equals button interface
  • Automatic bracket handling
  • Full scientific keypad
  • Today Widget integration
  • Numerical² Keyboard for any app
  • Equation editing
  • Customizable themes
Features
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Numerical³ is still the calculator without equal. The first Numerical shipped in 2014—v3 brings long-requested improvements and the same focus on delightful, minimalist utility apps.MAC TOONumerical runs natively on macOS: multiple windows, tabs, resizing, desktop widgets, full keyboard support, and synced history. Download it on the Mac App Store.WIDGETSLock screen and Home Screen widgets—modernized on iPhone and iPad.THEMESBrand-new neo-morphic themes alongside our most popular picks—each with light and dark variants that follow your iOS appearance settings. Use the Theme Picker to preview them all.ICONSTheme Home Screen icons match iOS 26 with glass effects, Dark Mode, and tints.HISTORYYour equations stay visible on screen—above the keyboard on iPhone (portrait) and to the side on iPad and Mac. iCloud keeps history in sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.KEYBOARDSExternal keyboards are fully supported on iPhone, iPad, and macOS—including the shortcuts you expect.SOUND FXSounds and clicky feedback on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Haptics on iPhone.14+ LANGUAGESThe entire app is localized in 14+ languages—including Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Russian—with international digits and formats. Missing yours? Let us know.Mana Machines—Numerical³ and upcoming apps from a studio focused on delightful, minimal, human-centered utilities. More on the way.Questions or feedback: manamachineventures@gmail.comDeveloped by Andrew J Clark. Designed by Andrew J Clark & Alex Vanderzon. Terms of Use: https://www.manamachineventures.com/terms

About

WidgeterApp

Features
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Widgeter is an IoT dashboard + automation app for makers and developers. Send data between Widgeter and your Arduino/ESP/RPi devices using simple MQTT connections, build control widgets (buttons, sliders, toggles, etc), and create reactions that trigger actions when your sensor data changes. In minutes you can: - Connect a device and see posts in a live feed - Build dashboards to organize, monitor, and control your devices - Create reactions like "if temperature > 23°C, turn on a device" Key Features: Universal Compatibility: Works with any device capable of making MQTT connections or HTTP requests (Arduino, ESP32/8266, Raspberry Pi, and more). Real-Time Control: Instantly send commands and retrieve live data from your devices. Custom Automations: Create "reactions" to automate device behaviors and trigger actions based on real-world events. Social Integration: Discover and follow other users' devices and widgets. Incorporate community-built controls into your own automations. Secure & Reliable: All connections use secure MQTT and HTTPS. You control if and how your device data is shared. Scalable Plans: Free tier for hobbyists; paid plans unlock more devices, widgets, and advanced features. Why Widgeter? Widgeter bridges the gap between device management and collaborative innovation. Whether you're an IoT hobbyist or a professional developer, Widgeter offers the flexibility, security, and social features you need to build, share, and automate with confidence. Start building your IoT network today with Widgeter! Learn more at https://www.widgeter.io Privacy Policy: https://www.widgeter.io/privacy Terms: https://www.widgeter.io/terms

Screenshots

Numerical³4 screens
WidgeterApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Numerical³ at none against WidgeterApp's 6. Numerical³ also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 weeks). WidgeterApp's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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. WidgeterApp sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Numerical³ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Numerical³ ships an update every 2 weeks, WidgeterApp every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Numerical³ versus WidgeterApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumerical³WidgeterApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrew J ClarkTekkaroo LLC

Bugs and requests

Numerical³

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unresponsive keys
  • Calculation errors
  • Crashes on startup

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add scientific functions (square root, trigonometry, etc.)
  • Implement an equals button
  • Add more theme options
  • Develop an iPad version
  • Bring back widget support

WidgeterApp

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Numerical³

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

WidgeterApp

Subscriptions6
  • Widgeter More Widgets$1.991 Month
  • Widgeter More Presets$1.991 Month
  • Widgeter More Devices$1.991 Month
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  • Widgeter More Reactions$2.991 Month
  • Widgeter More Dashboards$2.991 Month
  • Widgeter 12 Month Data Retention$5.991 Month

Questions

Is Numerical³ free?
Numerical³ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WidgeterApp free?
WidgeterApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Numerical³ or WidgeterApp have ads?
Neither Numerical³ nor WidgeterApp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Numerical³ or WidgeterApp?
Numerical³ ships an update every 2 weeks, and WidgeterApp every 3 weeks. Most recently, Numerical³ was updated on November 9, 2026 and WidgeterApp on October 31, 2026.

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