Case Study: Québec TPS TVQ Calculator
The Simplest Way to Calculate Taxes, Tips, and Split Bills in Quebec
The Simplest Way to Calculate Taxes, Tips, and Split Bills in Quebec
iOS (iPhone & iPad)
iOS Development, UI/UX Design, Financial Utility
Create a fast, ad-free, and private tax calculation utility
Most utility apps on the market are cluttered with intrusive ads, have confusing interfaces, and often raise concerns about data privacy. The challenge was to design and develop a tax calculator specifically for Quebec that defies this norm. Our goal was to create the absolute simplest, fastest, and most trustworthy tool for daily calculations, prioritizing user experience and privacy above all else.
We adopted a user-first philosophy focused on speed, accuracy, and a distraction-free environment. The business model itself became a key feature, reinforcing the app's premium quality and respect for the user.
The app is built around a core set of features designed for speed and convenience in everyday situations.
Instantly and accurately calculate provincial and federal sales tax in a completely ad-free environment.
Effortlessly calculate tips based on percentages or a custom amount, and divide the total bill among multiple people.
Use the native iOS share sheet to send calculation details to friends or colleagues through any app.
When sharing, the app generates a clean, pre-formatted text breakdown of the bill, perfect for iMessage or email.
The Québec TPS TVQ Calculator has become a go-to utility for residents by delivering on its core promise: to be the simplest, most respectful, and ad-free calculator on the App Store. Its success proves that a user-centric design philosophy, combined with a fair pricing model, can create a highly-rated and trusted mobile application that users are happy to pay for.