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Calculator for iPad! vs Calculator⁼

Calculator for iPad! 4.7★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 55

Winner Tie

Calculator⁼ 4.6★ · Free + IAP 50

Both apps are plagued by aggressive advertising in their free versions, making neither a clear winner, but Calculator for iPad! has slightly fewer complaints about ads impacting core functionality.

Full reviews: Calculator for iPad! · Calculator⁼

Both Calculator for iPad! and Calculator⁼ offer basic and scientific calculator functions, but recent updates have introduced intrusive ads that significantly detract from the user experience in both free versions. Users frequently complain about ads blocking keypads, slowing app launch, and appearing even in paid versions of Calculator⁼, leading many to seek alternatives.

Head to head

Features and Functionality tie^R2^R3^R5^R25

Calculator for iPad! Users appreciate Calculator for iPad!'s basic and scientific calculator modes, the 'm' memory functions, and the ability to view calculation history and notes (though notes are often paywalled) ^R2^R5. However, some find the scientific mode confusing or not robust enough for advanced algebra, and there are complaints about exponential notation being faulty ^R3^R25^R31. The lack of a unit converter is also a significant drawback for some users .

Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is praised for its ease of use, quick and accurate calculations, and the ability to see all numbers in a calculation for verification . It offers various calculation options and is considered helpful for algebra .

Ease of Use tie^R6^R8^R21^R24

Calculator for iPad! Many users find Calculator for iPad! simple and easy to use, with quick functions ^R8. However, some report issues with button detection, requiring multiple presses ^R6. There are also complaints about the interface being too 'fancy' or not minimalist enough for split-screen use ^R24. The app's resizing in split view on iPad is also problematic, obscuring keys ^R21^R40^R54.

Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is generally described as simple, easy to use, and efficient . Users appreciate the clear display of calculations . However, the constant barrage of ads significantly hinders the ease of use, forcing users to navigate through multiple screens before reaching the calculator .

Reliability and Performance tie^R6^R11^R21^R40

Calculator for iPad! Calculator for iPad! generally 'works as expected' for some users ^R11. However, there are reports of button detection issues, requiring repeated presses ^R6. Some users experience slow opening times on older iPads, possibly due to ad loading . A critical issue is the app's failure to resize properly in split-screen mode, making it unusable ^R21^R40.

Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is described as quick and accurate . However, some users report the app freezing, requiring reinstallation . The primary reliability concern is the constant interruption and delay caused by ads, which can make the app slow to open and frustrating to use .

Price and Value (Free vs. Paid) edge: Calculator for iPad!^R1^R4^R9^R10

Calculator for iPad! Calculator for iPad! is free with in-app purchases, but the free version is heavily criticized for intrusive ads that block the keypad, make the app unusable, and appear frequently ^R1^R4^R9^R10. Many features, like custom backgrounds and notes, are paywalled ^R9. One user even reported a $67 charge and then a $100/month subscription , though this seems to be an outlier or misunderstanding.

Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ is also free with in-app purchases, but its free version is overwhelmingly criticized for 'too many ads' that are intrusive, pop up constantly, block access, and cause significant frustration ^R64. Crucially, users who paid for the 'no ads' version still report seeing ads, specifically for other apps by the same developer .

Support and Updates tie^R4^R10^R48^R51

Calculator for iPad! Reviews for Calculator for iPad! indicate recent updates have introduced more ads, leading to user frustration and uninstalls ^R4^R10^R48. There are also complaints about the difficulty of finding or purchasing the ad-free version ^R51.

Calculator⁼ Calculator⁼ users report that every update adds more ads, making the app almost unusable ^R64. There are also complaints from paid users about persistent ads for other apps, suggesting a lack of responsiveness to user feedback or issues with the ad-free purchase .

Pick Calculator for iPad! if

You need a basic or scientific calculator for iPad and are willing to tolerate some ads or pay to remove them, especially if you value the 'm' memory functions and calculation history ^R2^R5.

Pick Calculator⁼ if

You prioritize a simple, quick, and accurate calculator for basic and algebra functions, and are prepared to navigate through frequent ads or have had a better experience with its paid version .

Evidence note: Both apps suffer from significant negative feedback regarding ads, which heavily skews recent reviews. The free-vs-paid asymmetry is particularly strong for Calculator⁼, where even paid users report ads, making its 'no ads' purchase questionable.

Frequently asked

Do these calculator apps have ads?

Yes, both Calculator for iPad! and Calculator⁼ have significant and intrusive ads in their free versions, with users reporting ads blocking keypads, appearing frequently, and slowing down app usage ^R4^R10^R13^R64. For Calculator⁼, even users who paid for an ad-free version report still seeing ads, specifically for other apps by the same developer .

Are these apps good for scientific calculations?

Calculator for iPad! offers basic and scientific calculator modes, but some users find the scientific mode confusing or not robust enough for advanced algebra, and there are complaints about faulty exponential notation ^R2^R3^R25^R31. Calculator⁼ is noted for being helpful with algebra and provides several calculation options .

Do these apps work well in split-screen on iPad?

Calculator for iPad! has significant issues with split-screen mode, as the calculator often doesn't resize properly, leading to half of the keys being obscured and making it unusable ^R21^R40^R54. Reviews do not specifically mention Calculator⁼'s performance in split-screen mode.

What reviewers actually said

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[R2] Calculator for iPad! 5/5 · US Calculator for ipad: Basic & scientific calculator
[R3] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · US It's okay. I just don't understand the scientific mode jkb. · translated
[R5] Calculator for iPad! 5/5 · US I’m so glad it has the m functions: Great
[R25] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US Not helpful for my math: Scientific calculator not scientific enough for algebra I can’t input negatives
[R6] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · US If you like hitting buttons again and again: This calculator I used for awhile just because split screen worked with this app. However, I noticed I’m consistently hitting buttons over and over because it failed to detect. Found a better calculator app. Won’t be needing this no longer.
[R8] Calculator for iPad! 5/5 · US Simple: Simple and easy to use. Thank you.
[R21] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · US Deficient: When using split view on ipad the calculator doesn’t resize and you can’t see half of the keys on the calculator keypad
[R24] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · US Interface is too fancy.: I don’t know why am having such a difficult time finding a straightforward scientific-style calculator for which I can eliminate advertising for a moderate, flat fee without having to subscribe.
[R11] Calculator for iPad! 4/5 · US Works: Works as expected
[R40] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US No rescaling: On ipad pro when the window is reduced, the buttons do not scale, therefore the calculator becomes unusable
[R1] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US ADS: STOP ADS
[R4] Calculator for iPad! 2/5 · US Unusable with ad bar: I have been using this calculator for several years, and it was my favorite. However, recently there has been an ad bar across the bottom row of keys, and I can no longer use this calculator. I tried uninstalling it and re-installing it. At first the bar was gone, but the next time I went to use it, the ad bar was back, making it useless.
[R9] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · US Calculadora gratis con ads: Pierde mucho espacio en pantalla que partía aprovechar y además deja una franja grande en la zona inferior para las ads Tiene un buen historial de cálculos realizados y unas notas que no puedes usar sino paga….. por lo demás es una calculadora
[R10] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US Google Ads Turn Calculator Into Crapulator: It was fine until the google ads started getting slapped up over the keypad. But even if you delete the ad you’re left with a large box obscuring the keypad. It proudly says the ad was removed by google. Idiots!
[R48] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · GB Used to be excellent!: Used to love this but noticed there are now are too many adverts appearing. Obviously now trying to force you in to paying for the “ad free” version! Will just find another app
[R51] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · GB Can’t get paid version!: Don’t know how to get the paid version. Why can’t we just pay the cash and have it unlocked? Convoluted procedure involving iTunes but then no sign of it there.Also should mention the cost of the paid version.. Are they making any money from it?
[R13] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US Ads: The google ads that pop are are way to close to the keypad and it’s very distracting.
[R64] Calculator⁼ 1/5 · US Too Many Ads: Every update of this App adds more Ad’s !! The App is now almost unusable !! SAD.
[R31] Calculator for iPad! 1/5 · US The exponential notation is terrible faulty. It doesn’t work.: The exponential notation is terrible faulty. It doesn’t work.
[R54] Calculator for iPad! 3/5 · GB Missing functionality in split screen mode: This calculator is by far better to use than any other on the App Store. I would love to give it 5 stars but when it is in split screen mode, I can’t see any way to square a number, or use any other exponents. This is essential to me as I need to do calculations while simultaneously writing the result on my iPad. I would love if this feature could be add

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