Numi 3.20.4

Numi is a calculator that magically combines calculations with text, and allows you to freely share your computations.

Apple’s Calculator app is surprisingly powerful, but there are many ways to improve it, which is why there are quite a few alternatives out there. One of them is Numi, and it is one of the most impressive options we have come across.

Instead of remembering various signs or functions, you can just write everything you want the app to do, resulting in an extremely intuitive tool that has a very gentle learning curve. On top of that, it can convert anything from common measurements to currency and time zones.

Whatever you want to do – just spell it out

If you’ve never used an app like this before, it might seem a bit weird at first, but just take a look at the first screenshot to get an idea of how it works. If you want to calculate or convert something, just describe the operation using simple language and the app will know what you mean.

It’s quite remarkable just how intuitive it really is. Once you’ve gotten a result, just click it to send it to the clipboard. Results or variables from previous operations can be used again by referencing them, and the entire page is saved automatically.

Suitable for simple operations and advanced functions

If all you need is to crunch a few numbers, Numi will do the job just fine. There are many ways to insert operators and use previous results again, though you will need to have a look at the documentation if you want to learn all the cool tricks.

The app also allows you to define variables and insert them in expressions, as well as use trigonometrical functions. What’s more, Numi can be enhanced with JavaScript extensions.

Impressive conversion capabilities

When you realize just how many things the app can convert, you might not want to let it go. Not just what would would expect, such as length, area, volume, temperature and weight, but also time zones and currency.

While finding the local time in various cities may not be that useful in a calculator, the currency converter should prove incredibly helpful. Exchange rates are updated multiple times a day, and it even supports cryptocurrencies.

There are lots of things to like about Numi, and the only downside we could find is the rather hefty price tag. We definitely think it’s worth the money, but many people might not be willing to shell out this much for a calculator, no matter how advanced. However, you’re going to have a hard time finding an alternative that is as versatile and easy to use.

FEATURES:

• Numi combines text editor and calculator
• Support plain English. For example, ‘5 cm plus 1 meter’
• Unit converter: Numi supports currency, length, area, volume, time, temperature, and data size. It automatically convert units if it’s needed.
• Configurable hotkey
• Menubar and Dock modes

Compatibility: OS X 10.12.0 or later, 64-bit

Developer Website

What’s New in Numi 3.20.4

• Minor services tweaks
• Time zone fixes

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