# MathCanvas — Calculation Notebooks > Document-based calculation notebook with real-time editing and advanced CAS. (iPhone/iPad app by Ionix Power Systems, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathcanvas/id1445462268 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ionix Power Systems, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445462267) - Category: Productivity, Education - Price: Free - Rating: 4.50/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.6 · 102 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2020-10-08 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathcanvas/id1445462268/reviews.md ## What is MathCanvas? MathCanvas is an innovative application that allows you to calculate, present, and share your technical ideas, designs, notes, and solutions in real time within a document-based application, easy to use, for everyone from students to engineers. The program features a leading-edge method for inputting equations so they appear as they would in technical documents but allows real-time editing and recalculation. New equations can be inserted freely at any point in the document, and other elements, such as text views, pictures, and drawings can be added at any point to allow you to easily convey your ideas. The program is backed by a powerful Computer Algebra System (CAS) that finds solutions to even the most demanding technical problems. The mathematic engine features a complete set of advanced functions, featuring scientific and numerical features, as well as the ability to perform symbolic operations. ## Key features - Real-time calculation and editing - Professional equation formatting - Document-based interface - Insert text, pictures, and drawings - Powerful Computer Algebra System (CAS) - Symbolic and numerical operations ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathcanvas/id1445462268/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Could be a lot better *2022-07-21, version 1.0* If all you want is a calculator, algebra through calculus, then this is ok. There are plenty of other calculator apps that use natural symbolic notation that are cheaper but…ok…the calculator is good. The whole promotion of using this as a notebook is over rated. Inserting a photo is easy but the annotation feature (which is most needed for a notebook) is very cumbersome and time consuming. You should be able to write, sketch, and draw like in OneNote but this is not the case. You have to insert a sketch box and try to manipulate the size and location. For simple documents this is bearable but for notations requiring a lot of drawings this is not worth the effort. ### 5/5 — Excellent MATHCAD Lite for iPads *2020-12-21, version 1.0* This is by far the best MATHCAD substitute for iPad users. The GUI is not intuitive if you are a MATHCAD user, but it works reasonably well after you become accustomed to it. A guide for the GUI with multiple examples would be helpful. The online guide is helpful, but could be improved with examples. I am not a Python user, so I need better guidance on the GUI without the need for Python. The images on the app store are helpful to see what is possible; more like that would help. Unlike MATHCAD, redefining a variable can cause issues. MathCanvas does not have the left-right, top-down calculation hierarchy of MATHCAD. Also if you use a defined variable name in some functions like solve, it gets confused. Using the variable name N will confuse the N() evaluation function. These are generally not issues in MATHCAD. The app appears not to have built in constants like π, so you need to define all variables before you use them in an equation. Its units appear to be SI, but it includes only basic units. Others like Pascals, μm, etc. need to be defined in basic units. It has a units conversion function, but it is not global and I am still experimenting with it. You can mix units like MATHCAD if you define variables as noted above. MATHCAD costs $1000.00. So, MathCanvas is really amazing! I highly recommend this app for numerical and symbolic calculations on iPads. I do have a couple of recommendations: it needs an option to turn off the little popups that come up every time you enter a new variable or do a calculation. Not only do they persist until you turn each one off, they reappear every time you open the document. It also needs a better select and copy for iPad. I cannot select a complete expression to paste into another equation. Hopefully, updates will include these items. ### 5/5 — You need this *2020-10-30, version 1.0* Genius. Flawless. ## Frequently asked questions about MathCanvas ### What is MathCanvas? MathCanvas is a document-based application designed for calculating, presenting, and sharing technical ideas, notes, and solutions. It allows users to input equations that appear professionally formatted and recalculate in real-time. ### Who is MathCanvas for? MathCanvas is suitable for a wide range of users, from students to engineers, who need a tool to organize and present technical information with integrated calculation capabilities. ### Does MathCanvas have ads? No, MathCanvas does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience. ### What devices does MathCanvas support? MathCanvas is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How often is MathCanvas updated? MathCanvas was last updated on October 8, 2020, with version 1.0. Further update frequency is not specified. ### What kind of math operations can MathCanvas perform? MathCanvas features a powerful Computer Algebra System (CAS) capable of scientific, numerical, and symbolic operations, handling demanding technical problems. ### Can I add other content besides equations in MathCanvas? Yes, you can freely insert text views, pictures, and drawings at any point within your document to better convey your ideas alongside your calculations. ### What is the user rating for MathCanvas? MathCanvas has a strong user rating of 4.5 stars based on 16 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 1.0 — 2020-10-08 No release notes. ## Apps similar to MathCanvas | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [The Expressions Calculator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-expressions-calculator/id1528185049) | 4.7 (14) | Free | Productivity | | [KnowledgeBase Builder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knowledgebase-builder/id1448579863) | 4.7 (22) | $8.99 | Productivity | | [Simple Blackboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-blackboard/id1436764683) | 4.3 (122) | Free | Productivity | | [SyncSpace](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syncspace/id408672838) | 3.6 (7) | Free | Productivity | | [RPN 28x Calc](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rpn-28x-calc/id529927583) | 5.0 (30) | $6.99 | Productivity | | [VerbTeX LaTeX Editor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbtex-latex-editor/id560869163) | 4.5 (164) | Free | Productivity | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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