A Fresh Alternative to Casio and TI Calculators
A New Way to Do Maths
If you’ve ever used a Casio fx-991EX or a TI-84, you’ll know the drill—lots of tiny buttons, complicated menus, and a layout that feels stuck in the past. NumWorks is different.
It’s a modern calculator designed for students who want something simple, powerful, and easy to use. In my opinion it is better than Casio or TI for A-level Maths and Further Maths.
What Makes NumWorks Special?
✅ Easy to Use – A clean, smartphone-style interface instead of endless menus.
✅ Python Built-In – You can write and run Python scripts on the calculator.
✅ Regular Updates – Unlike Casio and TI calculators, NumWorks gets new features and improvements over time.
✅ Great for Graphs & Functions – A smooth, clear graphing system that makes transformations and calculus easier to understand.
✅ Open-Source – Anyone can suggest features or even tweak the software.
Casio vs. NumWorks vs. TI – Which One is Best?
So, how does NumWorks compare to the big names?
NumWorks is a step ahead in usability and graphing. Casio is still great for standard calculations, while TI calculators remain popular for US exams.
Is NumWorks Good for A-Level Maths & Further Maths?
Definitely—but it depends on what you need.
✔ A-Level Maths – Great for graphs, differentiation, integration, especially helpful for “exact answer” verification.
✔ Further Maths – Useful for matrices, complex numbers, polar, statistics and Decision Maths.
✔ Exams – Allowed in UK exams, thanks to its exam mode.
If you’re used to Casio calculators, there’s a bit of a learning curve but once you get the hang of it, NumWorks can actually make things quicker and clearer.
Final Thoughts: Should You Switch?
If you want a modern, easy-to-use calculator that does Python, graphing, and regular updates, NumWorks is a fantastic choice.
If you’re already comfortable with Casio, it’s worth testing NumWorks out before fully switching. But if you like tech that makes maths easier, you’ll probably love it.
There is also an emulator available which can be run on a PC or from Google Play for Android and the App Store for Apple.
Would you try NumWorks? Let me know in the comments!
Coming Up Next…
Next time, we’ll go hands-on with NumWorks—how to set it up, key features, and the settings that make A-level Maths easier.