I don’t normally write reviews for iPhone apps but occasionally an iPhone app comes along that is so excellent it warrants a full write-up. Now, I’m well aware that the app I’m reviewing is not exactly a brand new app — it’s been out for a while. Why the write up now? ‘Cause I can!

 

First thing you’ll notice when using this app is that there’s no date stamp on the app icon – far out brussels sprout! Thankfully, that issue is alleviated with the ability to set the current day number as an application badge (you know, those little red circles with numbers in them – think Mail.app!) Well – actually, that won’t be the first thing you notice – the first thing you’ll notice is the awesome UI.

My problem with the default calendar app on iOS is that in the month view (which I use, I refuse to use any other view), an event on that day is marked with an arbitrary dot beneath the day number. In my line of work, I’m often required to go to meetings and visit customers onsite, having an arbitrary dot for a day isn’t good enough for me. One super quick glance at Calvetica and I know by color coded calendars what event(s) are/is on that day.

As much as I love Apple and their design choices, the Calendar.app has often made me think I’d love to punch in the glass of my iPhone and eat the logic board (aka, the iPhones heart). Why? I often have to track back several months or years in my calendar – this task is not easy in the Calendar.app, but so very easy in Calvetica. All the months of the year are listed at the top for quick month-to-month access and a simple swipe left or right on the year moves 1 year backwards or forwards, respectively.

Pros: CAPITAL LETTERS, fantastic UX, quick overview of events on a certain day.

Cons: Hmmm… it doesn’t wire me money every day..? Yeah, that’s a totally valid con…

Overall, I’d rate this app a 10/10, plus it’s only $2.99 US on the App Store! So get the damn app already, or I’ll bite your face c***.