Comparison

Math Function Viewer vs Ncalc

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

Head to head
About

Math Function Viewer

Features
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This app shows basic mathematical functions graphically. Features: - add more than one functions. - pan the view - zoom the view - value picker (only on iPad version) This app is guaranteed to be free of advertising!

About

Ncalc

This app offers a comprehensive graphing and scientific calculator experience, mimicking the functionality of a Ti-84. It includes advanced features for graphing, symbolic calculations, equation solving, and extensive statistical analysis. Users can upgrade for full access to all capabilities.

Highlights
  • Graphing calculator with function, polar, and parametric plots
  • Scientific calculator with computer algebra system
  • Equation solver for various equation types
  • Extensive 1-variable and 2-variable statistics
  • Inferential statistics and distribution functions
  • Interactive and manual tracing modes
Features
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The graphing calculator provides a UI similar to a real 84 graphing calculator. ◉ Graphing Calculator - Supports function, polar, and parametric graphs. - Press MODE and select Graph mode, then press Y= to open the graph editor. Press GRAPH to draw the functions. - Interactive and manual tracing modes. - Shows intersections, roots, and extrema (local maxima and minima) of function graphs. - Shows derivatives of function graphs. - Shows tangents to function and polar graphs. - Best‑fit line for a set of points. - TABLE generates a table of values for the selected graph. - CALC computes min, max, d/dx, and integrals of the selected graph. ◉ Scientific Calculator - Includes a computer algebra system for symbolic calculation. - Supports all functions of real 83 and 84 graphing calculators. - All basic and advanced math functions: complex numbers, probability, angles, relational operations, logic operations, and matrix and vector operations. - Users can define custom calculator functions. ◉ Equation Solver (press ALPHA ENTER to open the SOLVER menu) - Solves any equation with Auto Solver mode and can provide symbolic roots. - Solves quadratic, cubic, quartic, and quintic equations. - Solves systems of equations with up to 5 variables. ◉ Statistics - 1‑Var Stats: calculates 1‑variable statistics. - 2‑Var Stats: calculates 2‑variable statistics. - LinReg(ax+b): fits a linear model to data. - QuadReg: fits a quadratic model to data. - CubicReg: fits a cubic model to data. - QuartReg: fits a quartic model to data. - LinReg(a+bx): fits a linear model to data. - LnReg: fits a logarithmic model to data. - ExpReg: fits an exponential model to data. ◉ Inferential Statistics and Distributions - Z‑Test, T‑Test, 2‑SampZTest, 2‑SampTTest, 1‑PropZTest, 2‑PropZTest, Z‑Interval, T‑Interval, 2‑SampZInt, 2‑SampTInt, 1‑PropZInt, 2‑PropZInt, Chi‑square Test, Chi‑square GOF Test, 2‑SampFTest, LinRegTTest, LinRegTInt, ANOVA. - All distribution functions, including Normal, Student’s t, Chi‑square, F, binomial, and more. ◉ Get Calculator 84 Premium Upgrade to the Premium version to access all the features above, including advanced math functions, statistics, inferential statistics and distributions, and more. Choose from 3 subscription options: - A 1‑month subscription - A 1‑year subscription - A lifetime purchase Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and at the start of each renewal term. You can cancel at any time through your iTunes account settings. You must do this at least 24 hours before the end of the current period to avoid being charged. Cancellation takes effect the day after the current period ends, and you will be downgraded to the free service. Terms of Service: https://calc84-efd3d.firebaseapp.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://calc84-efd3d.firebaseapp.com/privacypolicy.html

Screenshots

Math Function Viewer4 screens
Ncalc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Math Function Viewer at none against Ncalc's 4. Math Function Viewer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15). Ncalc's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price 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. Ncalc sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Math Function Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Math Function Viewer ships an update every 6 months, Ncalc every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Math Function Viewer versus Ncalc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMath Function ViewerNcalc
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (4.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—84.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—4.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB168 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperGuido BernuetzTran Duy

Bugs and requests

Math Function Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ncalc

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Incorrect results for some exponent/root operations with negative numbers
  • Inability to view full range of result formats for certain calculations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to edit expressions in history
  • More customization options for themes/icons
  • Improved handling of complex number operations
  • Better support for finding all function zeros

In-app purchases

None

Math Function Viewer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Ncalc

Subscriptions2
  • Calc84 One Month$1.991 Month
  • Calc84 One Year$2.991 Year
One-time2
  • Graphing Calculator Plus$5.99
  • Calc84 Pro Lifetime$5.99

Questions

Is Math Function Viewer free?
Math Function Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ncalc free?
Ncalc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Math Function Viewer or Ncalc have ads?
Ncalc shows ads; Math Function Viewer does not.
Which is updated more often, Math Function Viewer or Ncalc?
Math Function Viewer ships an update every 6 months, and Ncalc every 2 months. Most recently, Math Function Viewer was updated on September 14, 2026 and Ncalc on September 30, 2026.

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