Comparison

Desmos Test Mode vs Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

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

Head to head
About

Desmos Test Mode

This app provides restricted versions of graphing and scientific calculators designed to meet exam requirements. It allows users to practice for specific state or national assessments by selecting the appropriate test mode. Full, unrestricted calculator features are available in separate applications.

Highlights
  • Exam-compliant calculator modes
  • Graphing capabilities
  • Scientific calculator functions
  • Data tables and statistics
  • Interactive sliders
  • Points of interest on graphs
Read full description

** These are restricted versions of the Desmos Calculators that comply with exam requirements. To prepare for specific state or national assessments, select the corresponding test from the menu in the app. Find out whether Desmos is used for your test at www.desmos.com/testing. If you’d like to use full, unrestricted versions of the calculators, download the Scientific or Graphing Calculator apps or visit www.desmos.com. ** At Desmos, we imagine a world of universal math literacy where math is accessible and enjoyable for all students. To that end, we’ve built simple yet powerful calculators. They’re intuitive, beautiful, and completely free. - - - Graphing Calculator Features: Graphing: Plot polar, Cartesian, and parametric graphs. There’s no limit to how many expressions you can graph at one time—and you don’t even need to enter expressions in y= form! Sliders: Adjust values interactively to build intuition, or animate any parameter to visualize its effect on the graph. Tables: Input and plot data, or create an input-output table for any function. Statistics: Use regressions to find the lines (or other curves!) that best fit your data. Zooming: Scale the axes independently or at the same time with the pinch of two fingers, or edit the window size manually to get the perfect view of your graph. Points of Interest: Touch a curve to show its maximum and minimum values, intercepts, and points of intersection with other curves. Tap any of these points of interest to see their coordinates. Hold and drag along a curve to see the coordinates change under your finger as you trace. - - - Scientific Calculator Features: Variables: Assign values to variables that you can use in other expressions. Since all of your work is held in the expressions list, you can compute a value once and use it in many places simultaneously. Take advantage of the “ans” key, which always stores the value of the previous expression. Arithmetic: Beyond the four basic operations, the scientific calculator also supports exponentiation, radicals, absolute value, logarithms, rounding, and percentages. Trigonometry: Evaluate the fundamental trigonometric functions and their inverses using either radians or degrees for angle measure. Statistics: Compute the mean and standard deviation (sample or population) of a list of data. Combinatorics: Count combinations and permutations and calculate factorials. - - - Four-Function Calculator Features: Simple and Beautiful: Just the basics done right. Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and take square roots. Multiple Expressions: Unlike many four-function calculators, all of your previous work remains visible on the screen. The special “ans” key always holds the value of the previous computation (and updates automatically!), so you never have to remember or copy a result.

About

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

This advanced calculator app offers comprehensive tools for high school and college students, covering everything from pre-algebra to calculus and statistics. It features high-resolution graphing, matrix operations, and detailed statistical analysis, all accessible through an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Scientific and advanced math functions
  • High-resolution graphing and plotting
  • Matrix operations and storage
  • List, statistics, and distribution calculations
  • Integrated command catalog and help
  • Complex number support
  • Share calculations via text or email
Features
Read full description

TACULATOR 84 GRAPHING CALCULATOR • Your graphing calculator for high school and college students. • All the commands you know: advanced math, lists, statistics, distributions, stat plots and more. • Covers everything you need: Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics... IT'S EVEN BETTER THAN AN ACTUAL CALCULATOR • 100X faster than a handheld, using the full calculation power of your iPhone/iPad. • High-resolution graphing window for sharp and beautiful graphs. • Icon home screen, redesigned menus, optional status line. • Share calculations by text or email. ◉ Math Functions • Scientific calculator with every basic and advanced function. • Scrollable history; copy any previous calculation. • Complex numbers support • Probability: nPr, nCr, factorial, random numbers. • Enter fractions easily; tap any result to flip fraction and decimal. • Piecewise functions, sequences, list commands like seq(, ΔList(, augment(. • Degree, radian and gradian angle modes, DMS format. • Error messages point at the exact spot in your input. ◉ Graphing Functions • Four graphing modes: Function, Parametric, Polar and Sequence (u, v, w with TIME and WEB plots); trace, tables, CALC and zoom work in every mode. • Smart trace snaps to zeros, maxima, minima, intersections and asymptotes. • Calculate intersection, zero, minimum, maximum, integral, and derivative. • Full ZOOM menu: ZBox, ZSquare, ZTrig, ZoomFit, zoom factors and zoom memory. • Draw on your graph: text, pen, points, tangents, circles and shading in color. • Store and recall pictures, or put a photo behind your graph. • Graph statistical plots like histogram, box plot, scatter plot, xy-line plot. • Full-screen mode, pinch to zoom, full window and format settings. ◉ List, Statistics, and Distribution • Stat list editor with 1- and 2-Variable statistics. • Guided input wizards for every test, interval and distribution. • List math: min, max, mean, median, sum, product, standard deviation, variance. • Find best-fit regressions: LinReg (ax+b), LinReg (a+bx), QuadReg, CubicReg, QuartReg, LnReg, ExpReg, PwrReg, Logistic, SinReg, PropReg, RecipReg, eBASEReg — with r and r² diagnostics. • Manual-Fit a line by eye, or QuickPlot points and fit a model right on the graph. • Statistical tests: Z-Test, T-Test, 2-Sample Z- and T-Tests, 1- and 2-PropZTest, plus Z-, T- and proportion intervals. • Distributions: Normal, T, χ2, F, Poisson, Binomial, Geometric (each pdf and cdf), invT — and shade them right on the graph. ◉ Command Catalog & Syntax Help • Integrated Catalog & Help: syntax, examples and error messages for every command. • Type a command and see the right syntax next to the cursor. ◉ Built-in Apps • Geometry: points, lines, circles and polygons — measure, transform, animate. • Polynomial Root Finder & Simultaneous Equation Solver. • Finance: Time-Value-of-Money solver, NPV, IRR, amortization. • Probability Simulation: toss coins, roll dice, spin spinners, draw cards. • Science Tools: sig-fig calculator, unit converter, data/graphs wizard, vector calculator. • Conics & Lines: equation templates for lines (even X=C), circles, parabolas, ellipses and hyperbolas, with SOLVE for center, foci, vertices, directrix. • Transformation Graphing, Inequality Graphing, Periodic Table. • Numeric Solver: solve any equation for any variable. ◉ Matrix Calculator • Store matrices and reuse them as [A], [B], [C], ... • Matrix arithmetic: addition, multiplication, scalar products, powers. • Transpose, determinant, inverse, dimension, ref/rref, identity matrix, cumulative sum. SUPPORT Contact us at contact@taculator.com --- Taculator Pro Membership • Unlock advanced calculations and functions with a monthly, yearly, or lifetime subscription. • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. Terms of Service: https://taculator.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://taculator.com/privacy/

Screenshots

Desmos Test Mode4 screens
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Taculator 84 Graphing Calc at 4.5 against Desmos Test Mode's 1.6. Taculator 84 Graphing Calc also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 17%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). Desmos Test Mode's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Taculator 84 Graphing Calc sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Desmos Test Mode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Taculator 84 Graphing Calc has 7.7K ratings behind it against 370, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Desmos Test Mode's written reviews are positive against 46% of Taculator 84 Graphing Calc's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Desmos Test Mode ships an update every 4 months, Taculator 84 Graphing Calc every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Desmos Test Mode versus Taculator 84 Graphing Calc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDesmos Test ModeTaculator 84 Graphing Calc
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (370 ratings)4.5 (7.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.5% of reviews45.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3707.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDesmosDi Venisco UG (haftungsbeschrankt)

Customer experience

Desmos Test Mode

All ratings370 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative83.2%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive16.5%
Neutral5.0%
Negative78.4%

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

All ratings7,628 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral3.7%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews178 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral13.5%
Negative41.0%

User reviews

Desmos Test Mode

From 370 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Useful app for tests
  • 🔒 Secure calculator mode
  • 👍 Free alternative to expensive calculators

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable
  • 🔒 Overly restrictive app lock
  • 👎 Poor user interface and usability

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

From 7.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent implementation and familiar layout
  • 💡 Customizable buttons and color scheme
  • 👍 Helpful and life-saving calculator
  • 🚀 Best on-the-go calculator

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes when trying to graph or use certain functions
  • 🔒 Requires subscription to access full functionality
  • 🐛 Inaccurate calculations and wrong results
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance and unreliable

Bugs and requests

Desmos Test Mode

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes and freezes during use
  • Unexpected phone behavior and lockouts
  • Compatibility issues across different devices and OS versions

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add customization options for the calculator interface
  • Improve compatibility with older devices
  • Provide more flexible calculator modes during tests

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cannot handle negative powers
  • Keyboard issues on certain devices
  • Errors when trying to clear lists
  • Scaling and UI issues on some devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add apps and programming features
  • Improve graphing capabilities
  • Add support for degrees, minutes, and seconds
  • Implement symbolic calculus and equation solving

In-app purchases

None

Desmos Test Mode

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Taculator 84 Graphing Calc

Subscriptions6
  • Taculator Pro - Monthly7 Days trial4 variants$3.991 Month
  • Taculator Pro - Monthly2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Taculator Pro - Yearly7 Days trial2 variants$14.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • Taculator Pro - Yearly$14.991 Year
  • Taculator Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Taculator Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Taculator Pro - Lifetime$7.99

Questions

Is Desmos Test Mode free?
Desmos Test Mode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Taculator 84 Graphing Calc free?
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Desmos Test Mode or Taculator 84 Graphing Calc?
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc is rated higher. Desmos Test Mode averages 1.6 out of 5 from 370 ratings, while Taculator 84 Graphing Calc averages 4.5 from 7.7K ratings.
Do Desmos Test Mode or Taculator 84 Graphing Calc have ads?
Neither Desmos Test Mode nor Taculator 84 Graphing Calc shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Desmos Test Mode or Taculator 84 Graphing Calc?
Desmos Test Mode ships an update every 4 months, and Taculator 84 Graphing Calc every 3 weeks. Most recently, Desmos Test Mode was updated on October 24, 2026 and Taculator 84 Graphing Calc on October 25, 2026.

Other comparisons