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Calculator for iPad₊ vs Calculator⁼

Calculator for iPad₊ 4.5★ · Free + IAP 40
Winner Tie
Calculator⁼ 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45

Both Calculator for iPad₊ and Calculator⁼ are plagued by excessive ads, making neither a clear winner, but Calculator for iPad₊ has specific complaints about double charging and predatory subscription tactics.

Full reviews: Calculator for iPad₊ · Calculator⁼

Both Calculator for iPad₊ and Calculator⁼ are free calculator apps for iPad that offer basic and advanced calculation features. However, both apps are heavily criticized by users for an overwhelming number of intrusive ads, which significantly detract from the user experience.

Head to head

Features tieR11R17R29R35
Calculator for iPad₊ Users appreciate Calculator for iPad₊ for its ability to perform accurate computations and handle various math problems, from basic arithmetic to more complex functions R17R29R35R49. Some users find it helpful for homework R11 and note it can be as easy or complex as needed R49.
Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is praised for being quick, accurate, and providing several calculation options R74. Users like that it shows all numbers in calculations, allowing for double-checking . It is also noted for helping with algebra R117R119.
Ease of Use tieR9R12R14R16
Calculator for iPad₊ While some users find Calculator for iPad₊ functional and easy to use R14, many report that the constant pop-up ads make it extremely annoying and literally impossible to use R16. Ads often appear in the middle of calculations or require waiting to close, disrupting the workflow R9R12.
Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is generally considered easy to use and efficient . However, the user experience is severely hampered by frequent and intrusive pop-up ads that appear every time the app is opened or during use, making it frustrating and time-consuming to get to the calculator itself .
Reliability tieR28R34R44R57
Calculator for iPad₊ Calculator for iPad₊ is described as dependable and always ready for mathematical queries R44. However, some users report issues with ads causing the app to crash R34 or results altering themselves R57. One user also reported paying for a subscription to unlock history but still being unable to access it R28.
Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is generally seen as working great R74. One user mentioned the app freezing and needing reinstallation . The primary reliability concern for users is the constant interruption by ads, which makes the app almost unusable for many .
Price/Value tieR2R7R8R10
Calculator for iPad₊ Calculator for iPad₊ is a free app with in-app purchases to remove ads R7R8. Many users express frustration about having to pay to remove ads from a basic calculator app R2. There are also complaints about being double-charged for iPhone and iPad versions R10 and predatory tactics to trick users into subscribing .
Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is also a free app with in-app purchases to remove ads. Users are annoyed by the necessity of paying to remove ads from a calculator . Some users who paid for the ad-free version still reported seeing ads, particularly for other apps by the same developer R85R93.
Support tieR10R28R85R93
Calculator for iPad₊ Reviews do not provide specific details about Calculator for iPad₊'s customer support. However, complaints about double charging R10 and paid features not working R28 suggest potential issues that would require support.
Calculator⁼ Reviews do not provide specific details about Calculator⁼'s customer support. However, users who paid for ad-free versions still encountering ads R85R93 indicate a potential lack of effective resolution for paid users.
Pick Calculator for iPad₊ if

you need a calculator for your iPad and are willing to tolerate frequent, intrusive ads or pay to remove them, despite some reports of subscription issues R8R29R49.

Pick Calculator⁼ if

you need a basic, functional calculator for your iPad and are prepared to endure numerous pop-up ads before and during use, or if you hope the paid version will eventually deliver on its promise of no ads R74.

Evidence note: The evidence for both apps is heavily skewed towards negative recent reviews, primarily concerning ads. There is limited specific feedback on advanced features or customer support for either app. The high lifetime ratings for both apps appear to be in conflict with the recent user sentiment regarding ads.

Frequently asked

Do these apps have ads?
Yes, both Calculator for iPad₊ and Calculator⁼ are heavily criticized for having an overwhelming number of intrusive ads, including full-screen pop-ups and video ads, which significantly disrupt the user experience R1R4R9R16.
Can you remove ads by paying?
Both apps offer in-app purchases to remove ads, but users of Calculator for iPad₊ report issues like double charging for different devices R10 and paid features not working R28, while users of Calculator⁼ who paid for ad removal still report seeing ads, especially for other apps by the same developer R85R93.
Are these apps good for advanced calculations?
Users indicate that both apps are capable of handling various math problems, with Calculator for iPad₊ described as being as easy or complex as needed R49 and Calculator⁼ praised for offering several calculation options and helping with algebra R74R117R119.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R11] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Not a joke: I just have it for homework bc I don’t feel like doing it Nil🤫
  2. [R17] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Appreciation: I love having the ability to make accurate computations!
  3. [R29] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US It helps: This helped me a lot it does all math to even better this game helps you a lot
  4. [R35] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Great app!: It's so awesome! when I don't get an hard question, I will use my IPAD!
  5. [R9] Calculator for iPad₊ 3/5 · US It’s meh.: Pretty helpful app for needing to study math but Out of nowhere you get an ad for calculator… WHILE USING CALCULATOR Fix that now
  6. [R12] Calculator for iPad₊ 3/5 · US The ads: The ads are so annoying I’m trying to work and then I accidentally click on one of those ads, do you need them?
  7. [R14] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Works well: Couldn’t ask for more
  8. [R16] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US How extremely annoying to use: The calculator works wonderful but the ads that keep popping up, make it literally impossible for you to use. I hate it. I totally hate it.
  9. [R28] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US Selling upgrade that doesn’t work: Have used the app for years and the out of the blue you have to pay a subscription fee to unlock the history. Ok, but I have paid twice now and still can’t see my history. Con!!
  10. [R34] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US Was good until the Royal Flush ads started to crash it: I used this app for years with a small ad in the corner, then regular updates started encroaching screen space and today some gambling game called Royal Flush just took over the entire screen making this app useless. I have ZERO INTREST in this stupid game.
  11. [R44] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Dependable: Every time I need it, it’s always there. Never down. Never disrupted. Always ready for whatever mathematical query I may have.
  12. [R57] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US A ap é boa mas gostaria que os resultados não se alterassem sozinhos: Os resultados se alteram facilmente
  13. [R2] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Hi: I love it though you should keep it free and not with paying
  14. [R7] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US Fruity, requires in app purchases get rid of ads.: Fruity, requires in app purchases get rid of ads.
  15. [R8] Calculator for iPad₊ 4/5 · US Works Fairly Well: I use it almost every time I need a calculator. Some ads but you can upgrade away from ads. It overall works fairly well. You should see for your self!
  16. [R10] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US Double charge?: They want you to pay 1 fee to use on iphone and another to use on ipad…even on same apple account. Not ok
  17. [R85] Calculator⁼ 1/5 · US Ads: Paid for the no ads version and ads for their even better calculator pop up every time you open the app. Very distracting. Deleted.
  18. [R93] Calculator⁼ 3/5 · US Pop-Up: I paid for no ads on this app & every time I open it now, it pops up advertising another calculator app they made. There’s a reason I paid for it. Why would I want to pay for another one. & it doesn’t give the option to “not ask again.”
  19. [R1] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US Ads galore: This used to be a decent app, but now you cant do anything without a pop up ad. This is a calculator! why the hell are there ads!?
  20. [R4] Calculator for iPad₊ 1/5 · US No: A calculator now needs ads, terms of service, privacy policy, and a FORGET ME button, which implies they are tracking your data, and are. For a calculator. I’m switching to a more default feel app.
  21. [R49] Calculator for iPad₊ 5/5 · US Great Calc: As easy or complex as you need it - perfect for everyone
  22. [R74] Calculator⁼ 5/5 · US Quick, accurate: Works great and provides several kinds of calculation options .Easy, quick, accurate!
  23. [R117] Calculator⁼ 5/5 · US Algebra: Love it functions
  24. [R119] Calculator⁼ 5/5 · US Best game ever: It helps me do algebra.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store