Comparison

CMCalc vs Universal Calculator (beans)

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

Head to head
About

CMCalc

This app emulates a classic 1980s computer math calculator, offering decimal arithmetic, binary conversions, and logic functions. It supports parentheses for complex calculations and includes modern features like copy/paste and landscape mode.

Highlights
  • Decimal arithmetic
  • Binary conversions (decimal, binary, octal, hexadecimal)
  • Binary logic functions
  • Operator grouping with parentheses
  • Hexadecimal input (A-F)
  • Copy and paste results/functions
  • Landscape mode
Features
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The CMCalc application is a replica of the Casio CM-100 Computer Math Calc solar powered calculator that was sold in the mid 1980’s. It performs simple decimal arithmetic and basic binary conversions (decimal - binary - octal - hexadecimal) and binary logic functions. While it is a standard infix calculator, it supports operator grouping with parentheses. For hexadecimal calculations, the input keys include A through F. CMCalc application performs all the same functions as the calculator, and has the same look as the original. There are a couple features that were not conceivable in the 1980’s on a calculator … such as the ability to copy and paste the results or the entered function, and a landscape mode for devices with 4 inch or larger screens. The face of the calculator can be viewed in two modes including a traditional application style, and a photo replica of the original calculator face.

About

Universal Calculator (beans)

Features
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This is the free version of the Universal Calculator app. This version has full access to everything. After 24 hours, you will lose access to turn off one of the sounds and will only be able to use the app if your mobile device is not muted. Other than that, everything else is still fully accessible forever. The Universal Calculator is a scientific graphing calculator that offers a myriad of calculation features which extends beyond most graphing calculators. While it can be used for its standard Calculator and Graphing capabilities, it also calculates: - Polynomial Factorization - Polynomial Multiplication and Division - Integer Factoring - Prime Integer Factoring - A Plethora of Unit Conversions - Matrix Addition, Subtraction, and Dot Product - Matrix Inverse, Transpose, Adjugate, and Cofactor - Matrix Upper Triangle, Lower Triangle, and Diagonalization - Matrix Determinant and Eigenvalues - Triangular Geometry Calculations - SAE to Metric Measurement Conversions - Tips for Bills Enjoy a calculator history capable of storing 100 of your previous calculations. Each history line is selectable, allowing you to insert the equation or answer into your current equation! It also contains 15 common scientific constants for ease of use. For the Graphing inclined, graph in color for up to 10 equations simultaneously and intuitively zoom in and out like you would a photo! You can also calculate their intersections, trace the equations for a finer look at the values, graph an equation equal to y-squared, customize the thickness and color of each equation, and much more! Personalize your Universal Calculator experience in the settings options. The Universal Calculator contains 6 different color themes, 7 different sound options, haptic feedback, and more. Lastly, enjoy peace of mind knowing that the Universal Calculator will never collect your information, and will never contain ads. This is an essential part of this ongoing project which is taken very seriously. If you have any suggestions or find any bugs, please reach out!

Screenshots

CMCalc4 screens
Universal Calculator (beans)4 screens

Verdict

The call

CMCalc and Universal Calculator (beans) are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CMCalc versus Universal Calculator (beans): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCMCalcUniversal Calculator (beans)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 45 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilliam DavidDavid Nestingen-Palm

In-app purchases

None

CMCalc

No in-app purchases

None

Universal Calculator (beans)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CMCalc free?
CMCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Universal Calculator (beans) free?
Universal Calculator (beans) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CMCalc or Universal Calculator (beans) have ads?
Neither CMCalc nor Universal Calculator (beans) shows ads.

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