Calculator basic vs SwiftSum
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Calculator basic
Personalize your calculation experience with customizable buttons, wallpapers, and themes. Adjust layouts for portrait and landscape modes on your devices for optimal viewing and ease of use.
- Customizable button positions and functions
- Set custom wallpapers and background colors
- Adjustable button shapes, sizes, and dimensions
- Multiple calculation methods and rounding modes
- Free adjustment of character and background colors
- History log with overwrite or add options
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Calculator Basic can change the position and the function of the button and set the wallpaper background freely, not to mention the color and the shape. The screen layout will change automatically according to the portrait or landscape mode on your iPad and iPhone and the big buttons fitted to the size and mode of display are easy to view for the user. Let's create your own calculator suitable for your tastes by using abundant setting well. FEATURES : Calculation : - Two Calculation method: functional or sequential - Three rounding mode: rounding , up or cut - Number of digits after the decimal point: free , zero , one , two , three or four - Angle unit: degree or radian Appearance : - Color or Wallpaper: Set the wallpaper with a photograph or a camera, or select a background color - Number Format: Select a digit grouping and decimal point from among the 8 types including India format - Sound of buttons : Select the button sound from nine timbres or turn off Result: - Character color: Freely set color by the slider - Background color: Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Expression color: Freely set color or hide by the slider Button : - Shape: Square , Round Square , Circle , Diamond , Heart or Cogwheel - Size: Large , Medium or Small - Dimensions: Flat , Solid or Outline - Character color: Freely set color by the slider - Background color: Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Position: The position of buttons are freely changed - Function button : Three function buttons can be changed, thease button is include Grand total, Rand, Sine,1/x, Route, etc... History : - Equals: Over write last result or Add the result the history - Vertical (portrait) mode: Indication Left , Hidden or Indication Right - Horizontal (landscape) mode: Indication place Left or Right - character color: Freely set color by the slider - background color: Freely set color and opacity by the slider - Expression color: Freely set color or hide by the slider SUPPORTS : Non retina and Retina display on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. iPhone 4 to 8 Plus, iPhone SE and iPhone X, iPad 2 to iPad Pro and iPad mini to iPad mini 4 , iPod touch 3gen and later. iOS 8.0 and later. There is also a paid version without ads.
SwiftSum
This app provides a user-friendly interface for performing basic mathematical operations quickly and accurately. It's designed for anyone needing a reliable tool for everyday calculations, from students to professionals.
- Basic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- User-friendly interface
- Rapid calculation results
- Versatile for students and professionals
- Portable and accessible on mobile devices
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Introducing Swiftsum, the ultimate calculator app designed to streamline your everyday mathematical tasks with unparalleled ease and precision. At the core of Swiftsum lies a user-friendly interface that welcomes users of all ages and professions, making it your go-to app for quick, accurate calculations. Whether you're balancing your budget, helping with homework, or working on complex projects, Swiftsum is engineered to deliver results instantly. Key Features of Swiftsum: Basic Operations Mastery: Swiftsum effortlessly handles all your basic calculation needs, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It’s the perfect tool for quick checks and simple computations. User-Friendly Interface: We believe in simplicity and efficiency. Swiftsum’s interface is designed with clarity and ease of use in mind, ensuring you can get your calculations done without any hassle. Rapid Calculations: Time is valuable, and Swiftsum is built to save it. Get instant results as you type, making it easier than ever to move through your calculations with speed. Versatile Use Cases: From students to professionals, Swiftsum is versatile enough to assist anyone in need of making quick and accurate calculations. Whether it’s for academic purposes, professional tasks, or daily life calculations, Swiftsum is your reliable companion. Portable and Accessible: Carry a powerful calculator in your pocket wherever you go. Swiftsum is designed to work seamlessly on your mobile device, providing access to powerful computational capabilities anytime, anywhere. Swiftsum is not just another calculator app; it's a testament to how technology can make life simpler and more efficient. Download Swiftsum today and experience the future of calculations at your fingertips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Calculator basic at none against SwiftSum's shown. Calculator basic also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 78%). SwiftSum's advantage is ratings volume (66 vs 2) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Calculator basic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SwiftSum has 66 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Calculator basic's written reviews are positive against 78% of SwiftSum's.
Calculator basic ships an update every 3 months, SwiftSum monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 2, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Calculator basic | SwiftSum |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.6 (66 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 77.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 66 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kenichi Yoshikawa | APPS BAY LIMITED |
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Calculator basic
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In-app purchases
Calculator basic
No in-app purchases
SwiftSum
No in-app purchases
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