Comparison

CMCalc vs my57

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

my57

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Relive the classic 1977 Programmable 57 pocket calculator — faithfully recreated for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. my57 is a cycle-accurate emulator running the same ROM microcode as the original hardware. Every function, every keystroke, and every quirk — including its number formatting and error-blinking display — is reproduced exactly, not reimplemented. AUTHENTIC HARDWARE • 12-digit red LED display with a diffuser-glass texture and optional LED Glow • Real Speed mode runs at the original ~5,000 cycles/second, or switch to Turbo for instant results • Two documented factory ROM revisions (rev0/rev1) to choose from • Algebraic Operating System (AOS) entry, exactly like the original FULL PROGRAMMING SUPPORT • 50 program steps with LRN (Learn) mode • 8 addressable memory registers • GTO, subroutines (SBR), conditional branches (x=t, x≥t), and Dsz counting loops • Scientific notation, trigonometric functions, logarithms, and statistics (mean, variance, standard deviation) BEYOND THE ORIGINAL • Program & Memory panel — see every step's code and mnemonic, edit registers directly, insert/delete steps with undo • Saved program library — save, rename, and organize your programs • Share programs as .my57 files via Mail, Messages, AirDrop, or any app • iCloud Sync keeps your programs, registers, and library current across every device BUILT-IN USER'S GUIDE A complete guide is right inside the app — covering the interface for newcomers, plus a full programming tutorial with worked examples (loops, subroutines, factorials, linear regression, and more) for anyone who wants to actually learn to program it. DESIGNED FOR EVERY DEVICE • iPhone: portrait, full-screen • iPad: side-by-side program panel in landscape • Mac: resizable window with full physical keyboard support

Screenshots

CMCalc4 screens
my574 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CMCalc at none against my57's 1. CMCalc also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.5). my57's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 45 months). 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. my57 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CMCalc asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CMCalc ships an update every 45 months, my57 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CMCalc versus my57: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCMCalcmy57
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 45 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilliam DavidMiroslav Perovic

In-app purchases

None

CMCalc

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

my57

One-time1
  • Full Version$4.99

Questions

Is CMCalc free?
CMCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is my57 free?
my57 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CMCalc or my57 have ads?
Neither CMCalc nor my57 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CMCalc or my57?
CMCalc ships an update every 45 months, and my57 every 3 weeks. Most recently, CMCalc was updated on November 3, 2026 and my57 on October 31, 2026.

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