HP 12c Financial Calculator (12C#ABA)
from: Hewlett Packard
List Price: $95.19
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Product Description:
Programmable financial calculator Comprehensive instruction manualUses reverse polish notation (RPN)
Amazon.com Review:
If you bought yourself a financial calculator during the 1980s, chances are it was this bad boy. Nothing has changed since its introduction--it still uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN), is easy and versatile in programming, and has a thin, sturdy casing. Certainly, there's been newer, fancier calculators introduced since, but there's something to be said for the quality of classics.
The HP 12C's functions include all the basics--such as calculating APR, NPV, and IRR--and statistics are a snap. For students new to financial calculators, this is an excellent place to start. For the most part, the manual reads like a minitextbook, walking you through sample problems and situations followed by graphs and tables demonstrating the technique--and you can even check your results. The section on creating programs does seem to be written for the technically ignorant, addressing in detail how you could possibly benefit from using programs, but it'll still help you get the job done.
In general, it's a bit slower than newer models, just like last year's computer isn't as speedy as today's new release. On the plus side, it's just 3 by 5 inches and slips easily into a pocket. The bottom is printed with a few little cheat notes for common functions, which is nice for quick reference. The HP 12C's one-year warranty and available tech-support line offer reassurance this little workhorse will continue to be an industry standard for years to come. --Jill Lightner
Pros:
Cons:
Calculator, user's manual, installed batteries and carrying case
Programmable financial calculator Comprehensive instruction manualUses reverse polish notation (RPN)
Amazon.com Review:
If you bought yourself a financial calculator during the 1980s, chances are it was this bad boy. Nothing has changed since its introduction--it still uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN), is easy and versatile in programming, and has a thin, sturdy casing. Certainly, there's been newer, fancier calculators introduced since, but there's something to be said for the quality of classics.
The HP 12C's functions include all the basics--such as calculating APR, NPV, and IRR--and statistics are a snap. For students new to financial calculators, this is an excellent place to start. For the most part, the manual reads like a minitextbook, walking you through sample problems and situations followed by graphs and tables demonstrating the technique--and you can even check your results. The section on creating programs does seem to be written for the technically ignorant, addressing in detail how you could possibly benefit from using programs, but it'll still help you get the job done.
In general, it's a bit slower than newer models, just like last year's computer isn't as speedy as today's new release. On the plus side, it's just 3 by 5 inches and slips easily into a pocket. The bottom is printed with a few little cheat notes for common functions, which is nice for quick reference. The HP 12C's one-year warranty and available tech-support line offer reassurance this little workhorse will continue to be an industry standard for years to come. --Jill Lightner
Pros:
- Pocket size
- Thorough and simple instruction manual
- Competitive price
Cons:
- Calculates more slowly than modern machines
Calculator, user's manual, installed batteries and carrying case
Features:
- Calculator with built-in financial functions and statistics
- Uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN)
- More than 120 built-in functions, including register-based cash-flow analysis
- 10-character, 1-line LCD display
- Device measures 5.0 x 0.6 x 3.1 inches (WxHxD)
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: 
- HP 12 C - Power Computer & Calculator
This is as good as it gets.If you have any financial needs, this is the oNLY calculator to consider.It has the brain suitable for any and all financial calculations.
this was the Gold Standard set by the Certified Commercial Investment Managers of the National Association of Realtors.
In addition this has long battery life - like a couple of years with daily use.
Rating: - Powerful, But Not Easy to Use
I have had this for almost 3 decades (there is a more recent version of it, but I have not seen it yet). Recently, I determined to learn every capability of this calculator (I only use the more obvious functions). There is an awful lot of subtlety, and it is impossible to use the advanced functions without the Owner's Manual & Problem-Solving Guide. I was about to take it down a star or two for its complexity, but this was really not any worse than the other financial calculators I have used, so ... Read More
Rating:
- "Nothing has changed since then" -- Not quite
I have one of these.But I'm not really a finance person---I'm a scientist/programmer/engineer.So I also have an HP-15C, the legendary scientific calculator in this same series.I have also owned HP-35, HP-28C, and HP-28S calculators.HP always made wonderful calculators, and the 12C is no exception.RPN is really the way to go for a pocket calculator, and the form factor is great too.
So why only three stars?Just because of the "nothing has changed since then" nonsense.My ... Read More
Rating: - WORKHORSE of finance calculators!!!!!
I bought my HP-12C way back in december 1987, and except for replacing the batteries, it just keeps crunching out the numbers.I've had many, many calculators since late 70's and the HP-12C has been my favorite and I consider it to be the best calculator that will ever be engineered.Just my opinon..........
Rating: - The Flash
This was purchased as a replacement for a worn out HP calculator.The service was quick and the calculator was just as anticipated.
- HP 12 C - Power Computer & CalculatorThis is as good as it gets.If you have any financial needs, this is the oNLY calculator to consider.It has the brain suitable for any and all financial calculations.
this was the Gold Standard set by the Certified Commercial Investment Managers of the National Association of Realtors.
In addition this has long battery life - like a couple of years with daily use.
Rating:
- Powerful, But Not Easy to UseI have had this for almost 3 decades (there is a more recent version of it, but I have not seen it yet). Recently, I determined to learn every capability of this calculator (I only use the more obvious functions). There is an awful lot of subtlety, and it is impossible to use the advanced functions without the Owner's Manual & Problem-Solving Guide. I was about to take it down a star or two for its complexity, but this was really not any worse than the other financial calculators I have used, so ... Read More
Rating:
- "Nothing has changed since then" -- Not quiteI have one of these.But I'm not really a finance person---I'm a scientist/programmer/engineer.So I also have an HP-15C, the legendary scientific calculator in this same series.I have also owned HP-35, HP-28C, and HP-28S calculators.HP always made wonderful calculators, and the 12C is no exception.RPN is really the way to go for a pocket calculator, and the form factor is great too.
So why only three stars?Just because of the "nothing has changed since then" nonsense.My ... Read More
Rating:
- WORKHORSE of finance calculators!!!!!I bought my HP-12C way back in december 1987, and except for replacing the batteries, it just keeps crunching out the numbers.I've had many, many calculators since late 70's and the HP-12C has been my favorite and I consider it to be the best calculator that will ever be engineered.Just my opinon..........
Rating:
- The FlashThis was purchased as a replacement for a worn out HP calculator.The service was quick and the calculator was just as anticipated.
