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Texas Instruments BA II Plus Financial Calculator
Last Updated: September 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.2
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Total Reviews
999
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412
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Ease of Use
58calculator, learn, easy to learn, financial, confusing
+90%
-10%
" ... It solves the purpose and it pretty easy to use considering that I have never used a calculator before. ... "
" ... A little confusing at first, but once I figured out the functions it was pretty easy to use. ... "
" ... But this calculator isn't too hard to setup, especially if you go to tvmcalcs.com. ... "
" ... I have always found the BA II Plus to be intuitive to use. ... "
" ... I am an accounting student, so i got to love these with all the helpful easy to use function ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to understand. ... "
" ... This provides an easy solution to solve for PV, FV . ... "
For Kids
44finance, school, student, class, courses
+100%
" ... I used a ton of TI scientific calculators throughout my undergrad and nursing school for math and chem, I did not have my bearings, however, when I was required to buy the financial for my MBA. ... "
" ... Bought for college ... "
" ... Needed for school work ... "
" ... When I was in college, this calculator was a necessity to my finance classes. ... "
" ... Used for college class. ... "
" ... This was a purchase for school. ... "
" ... Needed this for school. ... "
" ... Worked perfectly for math taken high school through college. ... "
Controls
41press, calculator, register, keys, calculators
+17%
-83%
" ... This is not the same calculator as is in the picture, it will not turn on, the reset button does not work there is no panel for recharging. ... "
" ... But only "9" button works. ... "
" ... Only downside is that you have to enter in keys slowly or an input could get skipped ... "
" ... The buttons are soft and have no consistency in pressing, so many times you type in vain and only realize when you done the calculations and get wrong numbers. ... "
" ... However, it was pretty frustrating that some of the buttons would stick or not register when I clicked them ... "
" ... The buttons don’t register every time you press them, the whole product just feels cheap. ... "
" ... Poor quality, i have to keep resetting the button on the back, stay way ... "
" ... I’ve only had it a few days and one of the buttons jammed. ... "
Apps
34finance, functions, financial, classes, wrong answers
+79%
-21%
" ... If you’re using it for finance, Excel works better. ... "
" ... I liked the calculator mostly because it works for my personal finance planning class and business finance. ... "
" ... Great calculator that’s lasted me through my finance courses. ... "
" ... The calculator worked great and helped me ace some classes! ... "
" ... User friendly calculator. ... "
" ... There is an app version of this calculator for about half the price, and I prefer it over the handheld version. ... "
" ... It's a good, functional calculator. ... "
" ... I just love financial calculator. ... "
Product Reliability
34calculator, working, finance, exam, numbers
+68%
-32%
" ... it is working fine, I learn on how to use it finanly ... "
" ... It still works after 3 years! ... "
" ... It still works after 3 years! ... "
" ... After using an HP for years, I decided to this unit. ... "
" ... it's usable after 2 years. ... "
" ... Still works 4 years after buying it! ... "
" ... Been using model for years. ... "
" ... It saved my life. ... "
Price
19money, worth, waste, value, calculator
+74%
-26%
" ... It is well worth it for the small price. ... "
" ... Does a lot for the price! ... "
" ... Good value and price. ... "
" ... Loved the price. ... "
" ... Works well and didn't cost a ton of money. ... "
" ... Good for the money ... "
" ... The first is that you can get the professional plus version of this calculator for the same price. ... "
" ... The low price was also very nice. ... "
Delivery
17condition, time, received, packaging, package
+71%
-29%
" ... It works and is in good condition. ... "
" ... Item is in good condition ... "
" ... Great product, arrived on time and in great condition. ... "
" ... Arrived quickly and works will for finance class. ... "
" ... In perfect condition. ... "
" ... Got my item on time. ... "
" ... This product arrived new, in its package with everything it was supposed to come with. ... Additionally, it arrived sooner than the estimated time. ... "
" ... Received as described ... "
Marketplace
16product, seller, received, picture, exactly
+94%
-6%
" ... Exactly what I needed for class and works as expected ... "
" ... I'm very happy with this product and the company sent it to me ... "
" ... Got my item on time. ... "
" ... Thank god that's over. ... "
" ... Thank god that's over. ... "
" ... Fast delivery from the seller. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... When I bought it, it was cheaper than stores like Staples. ... "
Build Quality
14plastic, durable, lightweight, feels, easy to use
+71%
-29%
" ... It came completely packaged and contained the calculator, cover, and a “how to” book inside. ... "
" ... Got it for my finance class, does the job and durable ... "
" ... It’s a pretty good price for a student on a budget, but with the non replaceable battery and the cheap plastic considered, I would recommend getting the more expensive one if you want it for the long term but for a college class it does the job. ... "
" ... Works flawless and has the Texas Instruments high quality build. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and the cover snaps on and off easily. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and the cover snaps on and off easily. ... "
" ... I got it for a good price and it never broke during the 4 years I had to use it. ... "
" ... Finally broke down and bought another one from work. ... "
Overall performance
13done, price, got, good, fast
+100%
" ... There's a lot it can do, and it's for sure going to help me on homework and tests. ... "
" ... I am using this for work and it does the job. ... "
" ... Speed Shipping and Very Good Byer . ... "
" ... It did the job. ... "
" ... DEFINITELY GOOD AND ALSO VERY FAST. ... "
" ... And does the job. ... "
" ... It was good to do the job but I never had to use it. ... "
" ... Got it for my finance class, does the job and durable ... "
Battery Life
11batteries, received, everything, still, replace
+73%
-27%
" ... It’s a pretty good price for a student on a budget, but with the non replaceable battery and the cheap plastic considered, I would recommend getting the more expensive one if you want it for the long term but for a college class it does the job. ... "
" ... It came in great shape and already had batteries and everything. ... "
" ... It was about half of what they charge in stores. ... "
" ... Superb batteries (I've never needed to change them) and it does everything I need it to. ... "
" ... Does this product come with batteries? ... "
Features
10features, need, financial, basic, work
+100%
" ... Has most functions anyone will need. ... "
" ... Features were exactly what I expected from a financial calculator. ... "
" ... Kind of a useful function that's missing for financial stuff. ... "
" ... Great brand with amazing functions. ... "
" ... There are a lot of features and I really need (needed) lessons to fully appreciate the abilities. ... "
" ... It is already in beast mode at work. ... "
" ... It seems very basic but has some great functions. ... "
" ... It is already in beast mode at work. ... "
Returns
9sent, product, window, weeks, want
-100%
" ... I want to return this product. ... "
" ... had to return ... "
" ... I can’t even return it and get refunded because I’m weeks past the return deadline window. ... "
" ... They either sent me a reject or a return. ... "
" ... I would like to return this Item. ... "
" ... This is not the product that was sent. ... "
" ... I cant return the product because amazon does not have a pick up location in my country. ... "
" ... i want my money back. ... "
Product As Described
9received, product, picture, exactly, advertised
+89%
-11%
" ... Received as described ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Product as described ... "
" ... Exactly what I needed for class and works as expected ... "
Display Clarity
7display, sure, numbers, making, helpful
+14%
-86%
" ... Even the display appears dull. ... "
" ... I got mine with scratches on the screen. ... "
" ... display is minimally helpful. ... "
" ... Display is minimally helpful. ... "
" ... Calculator seemed to work fine but once I used it twice it had a defective screen. ... Lines appear across the numbers, making it difficult to understand. ... "
" ... Lines appear across the numbers, making it difficult to understand. ... "
Setup
6good, professor, examples, calculator, agreed
+33%
-67%
" ... Comes with instructions ... "
" ... The instructions are not good. ... "
" ... Instructions were terrible. ... "
" ... Finding instructions for this was difficult, the examples given with the package are not adequate for the work I need to do. ... "
Video Playback
6youtube
+100%
" ... great youtube videos out there to help ... "
" ... great youtube videos out there to help ... "
" ... I have watched many youtube videos to try and figure the correct and best way to solve certain problems. ... "
" ... I have watched many youtube videos to try and figure the correct and best way to solve certain problems. ... "
Defective Delivery
6item, sent, product, package, last
+67%
-33%
" ... Item is in good condition ... "
" ... In perfect condition. ... "
" ... Package came in great condition. ... "
" ... This was a replacement for last one that got misplaced. ... "
Device Compatibility
5used, one, easier, devices
+60%
-40%
" ... Used it to prepare for my finance exams and ii was one of the supported devices for the exam. ... "
" ... I find the TI easier to teach my students than the HP version. ... "
" ... Doesn't beat Excel (duh), but indispensable if you don't have a PC with you. ... "
Fit
5finance, cover, class, use, snaps
+80%
-20%
" ... Nice and fit the needs for my finance class ... "
" ... This one fits the bill, plus it was recommended by my Professor. ... So if you're taking a finance class at the university or community college, this calculator is a good fit and I would recommend it. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and the cover snaps on and off easily. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and the cover snaps on and off easily. ... "
Software Platform
4using, ti, finance, errors, calculator
+50%
-50%
" ... I’ve reset it and tried example problems and my answers aren’t matching up. ... "
" ... I ditched this in a drawer and instead used the finance apps on my TI-83 Plus. ... "
Print Quality
4print, like, better, actually
+75%
-25%
" ... yes, that's what it's actually called) which is unintuitive like many HP options use. ... "
" ... It can help you solve time value of money, bond values, amortization, and interest rate problems with little on-paper work needed. ... "
" ... much better than the HP ones. ... "
Size
4lightweight, easy, carry, plastic, easy to use
+75%
-25%
" ... It is easy to use and small enough to carry around without a problem in a purse. ... "
" ... I use it for my classes and works fine, and it is easy to carry. ... "
" ... It's sleek and easy to use. ... "
Comfort
4feels, calculator, quality, one, numbers
+50%
-50%
" ... Felt like a cheap 5 dollar calculator, would not reccomend. ... "
" ... I feel dumb, I needed this for my class and I don't know how to use it T_____T ... "
Packing
3nothing
+100%
" ... The packaging was quite impressive. ... "
" ... The packaging was simple, nothing extraordinary, but nothing to complain about either. ... "
" ... The packaging was simple, nothing extraordinary, but nothing to complain about either. ... "
Storage
3calculator, product, lightweight, battery
+67%
-33%
" ... It came (packaging and product) just as it would have been sold on the shelves of an office product store. ... "
" ... This calculator will be taken outside and beaten Office Space style when I have some free time. ... "
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