Comparison

Hebrew Nikud vs Gematria Calc

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

Head to head
About

Hebrew Nikud

This custom iOS keyboard simplifies writing Hebrew with vowel points (nikud). Easily add diacritics above or below letters in various apps that support Hebrew input.

Highlights
  • Custom iOS keyboard
  • Adds Hebrew vowel points (nikud)
  • Supports dagesh
  • Works with apps supporting Hebrew input
  • Add vowels letter by letter or after writing
Features
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Hebrew Nikud is a custom iOS keyboard that makes it easy to write Hebrew with vowel points - 'nikud' - using apps that support Hebrew language input, such as Pages, Keynote, Notes, Mail, Textilus, Captio, and many others. Just tap the Nikud button, and a complete listing of all of the Hebrew vowel points appears on your keyboard. Tap the vowel character, and it instantly appears underneath, or above the letter. You can write one letter at a time, adding the vowel points after each letter, or write the entire document in unpointed Hebrew, and add the vowel points to each letter when you are done. Davka Nikud supports all nikud characters as well as 'dagesh'.

About

Gematria Calc

This utility calculates the numerical value of Hebrew letters and words. It offers a simple yet dynamic interface for both basic and complex computations, making it convenient for on-the-go use.

Highlights
  • Hebrew letter value calculation
  • Hebrew word value calculation
  • Simple and dynamic interface
  • On-the-go computations
  • Supports individual letters and long words
Features
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Gematria Calc - Hebrew Gematria Calculator Discover the power of Hebrew letters and words with Gematria Calc, the ultimate gematria calculator for iOS. Whether you're studying Kabbalah, exploring Torah texts, conducting spiritual research, or analyzing sacred geometry, Gematria Calc makes calculating gematria values effortless and accurate. Fully redesigned with a better user experience in mind, the new version delivers a sleek, intuitive interface that’s faster and more enjoyable to use. Key Features: Calculate individual Hebrew letters or entire words and phrases instantly Support for multiple gematria methods (standard, small, mispar katan, etc.) Dynamic and easy-to-use calculator for both simple and complex calculations Save Gematrias – Store your favorite calculations for quick access anytime Known Gematrias – Built-in reference for common and significant gematria values Works perfectly on-the-go with clean, modern design optimized for iPhone and iPad Perfect for students, researchers, spiritual seekers, and anyone fascinated by the mystical numerical values of the Hebrew alphabet. Download Gematria Calc today and unlock deeper insights through the ancient wisdom of Gematria.

Screenshots

Hebrew Nikud1 screens
Gematria Calc3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Gematria Calc at 3.8 against Hebrew Nikud's 2.8. Gematria Calc also leads on update cadence (every 5 months vs every 39 months) and price ($1.99 vs $4.99). Hebrew Nikud's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Hebrew Nikud costs $4.99 and Gematria Calc $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gematria Calc holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Hebrew Nikud's written reviews are positive against 60% of Gematria Calc's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hebrew Nikud ships an update every 39 months, Gematria Calc every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Hebrew Nikud versus Gematria Calc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHebrew NikudGematria Calc
Price$4.99$1.99 — better
Rating2.8 (11 ratings)3.8 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.9% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1111
Update frequencyEvery 39 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAA Rosenbaum Services Ltd.Mazel Tech LLC

Customer experience

Hebrew Nikud

All ratings11 ratings
Positive36.4%
Neutral18.2%
Negative45.5%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral17.6%
Negative29.4%

Gematria Calc

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Hebrew Nikud

No in-app purchases

None

Gematria Calc

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hebrew Nikud free?
Hebrew Nikud costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gematria Calc free?
Gematria Calc costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hebrew Nikud or Gematria Calc?
Gematria Calc is rated higher. Hebrew Nikud averages 2.8 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Gematria Calc averages 3.8 from 11 ratings.
Do Hebrew Nikud or Gematria Calc have ads?
Neither Hebrew Nikud nor Gematria Calc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hebrew Nikud or Gematria Calc?
Hebrew Nikud ships an update every 39 months, and Gematria Calc every 5 months. Most recently, Hebrew Nikud was updated on November 6, 2026 and Gematria Calc on November 2, 2026.

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