Casual user (91), Power user (14), Practical (10), Professional (9), Enthusiast (7)
Primary use:
Personal (82), Business (52)
Was this a gift?:
No (45), Yes (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Nice calculator
I bought this calculator because I I really needed a new, longer-lasting calculator than the Staples Bubble calculator, plus I needed one w/ a "percent" key as I calculatwe sales taxe...Read complete review
I bought this calculator because I I really needed a new, longer-lasting calculator than the Staples Bubble calculator, plus I needed one w/ a "percent" key as I calculatwe sales taxes on items purchased not only where I live, but in a neighboring state as well, snd according to the reviews I'd seen of the Bubble calculator, it has a fairly short battery life (though it does have that all-important percent key)--this calculator, the 10-digit one being reviewed, is solar-powered (w/batterybacup, but the since it's solar-powered, the battery should last a fairly long time), which is one of the reasons I bought it.
Another reason is its ease of use: With the Bubble calculator, it's pretty hard to push the keys down (due to their "bubble" design, which gives the calculator its name--it may make the the calculator "look cute," but in the end, it's impractical); with the Staples 10-digit calculator, the keys are very easy to press, and the display is likewise clear and easy to read.
The final reason I got this calculator is the fact that it has an attached hard case--the fact that it folds back (nearly) 360 degrees is an added advantage (though really, I would've settled for a 180-degree foldback, if that had been all I could've gotten).
Now for the single con: The reason I'm giving this product only four stars is (to me) a major complaint I have with this calculator (and the Bubble calculator as well)--there's no "OFF" key, so one has to wait for the auto shut-off function to kick in, which can be a drain on the battery if you'e not using it in a very well-lit room. (And the Bubble calculator, by the way is NOT solar-powered--no wonder others were commenting on its "short battery life"!)
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Most Liked Negative Review
Adequate but not great
I bought this calculator for my 11 yr old son who needed a simple calculator for a school project. The cover is nice since it would be tossed into his backpack. But it makes ...Read complete review
I bought this calculator for my 11 yr old son who needed a simple calculator for a school project. The cover is nice since it would be tossed into his backpack. But it makes it unstable when set on the desk or table top. It slides around and is not stable. Otherwise it is easy to use.
Comments about Staples® SPL-150 10-Digit Display Calculator:
I accidentally dropped this calculator and broke the cover. I'll purchase a replacement soon (probably today) but I'd still recommend this calculator to anyone looking for a simple but decent unit. You can't go wrong with unit [...]
Comments about Staples® SPL-150 10-Digit Display Calculator:
Needed a practical calculator that was easy to read and had basic functions including square root. This provided it all and has built in case to protect it.
Comments about Staples® SPL-150 10-Digit Display Calculator:
It is like using a larger calculator due to button size but still compact and thin enough to fit in shirt pocket and light enough too. Great for every day use in business non technical mathmatics. No bad thing to say about it.