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PCalc alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded PCalc alternative is Numi (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.
PCalc compared with 4 alternatives: Numi, Soulver, Raycast and Alfred.
PCalc has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99 one-time. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCalcThis tool | Free plan · from $9.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Numi | Free plan · from $29.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Soulver | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Raycast | Free plan · from $96/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| Alfred | Free plan · from £34 one-time | Yes | macOS |
How each one differs from PCalc
Numi
Text-based calculator for Mac with unit and currency conversion
- Numi starts at $29.99 one-time purchase (Numi License).
- Numi also lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Numi lists no iOS app, which PCalc has.
- Numi also covers natural-language input.
- Numi does not cover menu bar app, which PCalc does.
Suits: Mac users doing quick sums with currencies, units or percentages
Soulver
Notepad calculator for Mac, iPad and iPhone with an answer column
- Soulver starts at $15 one-time (iPhone only), or $59 one-time for Mac, iPad and iPhone.
- Soulver has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike PCalc.
- Soulver also covers natural-language input.
- Soulver does not cover menu bar app, which PCalc does.
Suits: Working through multi-step sums with notes beside the numbers
Raycast
Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI
- Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually.
- Raycast also lists a Windows app and a browser extension.
- Raycast also covers launcher, clipboard manager, window management and text expansion.
- Raycast does not cover menu bar app and calculator, which PCalc does.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse
Alfred
Mac launcher with hotkeys, snippets and custom workflows
- Alfred starts at £34 one-time purchase (Powerpack Single License).
- Alfred lists no iOS app, which PCalc has.
- Alfred also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager and text expansion.
- Alfred does not cover menu bar app and calculator, which PCalc does.
Suits: Mac users who want a keyboard launcher without a subscription
Limits worth knowing in PCalc
- Apple platforms only; there is no Windows, Android or web version.
- The Mac and iPhone/iPad purchases are separate.
- The vendor's pages give different minimum macOS versions (macOS 12 on one page, OS X 10.13 on another), so check the App Store listing.
- The developer notes the App Store has no demos, which is why the Lite version exists.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to PCalc?
The alternatives to PCalc in this directory are Numi, Soulver, Raycast and Alfred. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with PCalc.
Is there a free alternative to PCalc?
Yes. Numi, Raycast and Alfred have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which PCalc alternatives work on Windows?
The PCalc listing does not include a Windows app. Numi and Raycast list one.
Which PCalc alternatives work on Linux?
The PCalc listing does not include a Linux app. Numi lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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