# Sage Math

> Mobile interface for Sage computer algebra system for quick calculations. (iPhone/iPad app by Ivan Andrus.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sage-math/id496492945 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ivan Andrus](https://appshunter.io/developer/496492948)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sage-math/id496492945/reviews.md

## What is Sage Math?

A simple interface to the Sage computer algebra system.  Through Sage it provides access to the GAP, GP, Maxima, Octave, R, and Singular computer algebra systems as well as Python and HTML.  Knowledge of one of these systems is highly recommended.

This is a lightweight alternative to the Sage online notebook.  It is optimized for quick calculations.  Network connectivity is required to perform calculations, but results are stored on the device for offline perusal and can be easily emailed to colleagues.  Several buttons are added to the keyboard to simplify input.

Sage is an open source computer algebra system combining many open source components and providing a consistent Python interface.  There is an online notebook interface as well as a simplified web interface for quick calculations.

## Key features

- Access to Sage computer algebra system
- Integration with GAP, GP, Maxima, Octave, R, Singular
- Python and HTML support
- Optimized for quick calculations
- Offline results storage
- Email results sharing
- Simplified keyboard input

## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sage-math/id496492945/reviews.md

### 1/5 — What happened?

*2025-04-29, version 2.2.0*

This used to be the most useful app on my phone — I could easily write code to do quick high-powered mathematical calculations or simulations, right here on my phone. Six stars.

I don’t know what happened. Maybe it is an old not-updated app no longer playing well with more recent iOS versions, maybe it is an unreachable or severely rate-limited cloud server where the calculations are actually done. But the net effect is that it hangs constantly, with no explanation. The lagging is now so terrible that this app has become essentially unusable.

### 1/5 — Sage was working fine until recently - now it keeps crashing. Perhaps needs an update?

*2023-11-11, version 2.2.0*

As title says!

### 1/5 — Useless

*2023-07-30*

Does not open using ipad 9

### 1/5 — Utter nonsense

*2023-06-23, version 2.2.0*

This app has the exact same name (Sage Math) as the University of Washington Mathematical powerhouse software, but it is completely unrelated to the latter. This one does not qualify even as a toy!

### 5/5 — One of the most useful apps on my iPad

*2022-09-18, version 2.2.0*

I use SageMath extensively in my teaching.It is an excellent open-source substitute for MATLAB and Mathematica, and, did I mention, it’s FREE!  (BTW, I really don’t like the idea of Universities marketing proprietary software to students are greatly reduced rates to lock in user loyalty) (I don’t think universities should be in business of marketing software.) 

This app is essentially a single cell in a Jupyter notebook, otherwise it seems to have access to all the features of Sage. I like the iPad version because one can easily save and reuse one’s code, which you can’t do on the browser plug in.

Three dimensional platting in this app is amazing, and one can move the drawing to look at it from difference simply by dragging a finger. 

The primitiveness of the UI hides amazing power!

### 5/5 — If I could have one 6 star review it would be this

*2021-11-23, version 2.2.0*

- pure open source and freedom
- beyond powerful. Sage Is effectively everything; by that I mean a massive collection of libraries. I’ts a little hard to compare, but you can think a bit of an extensive collection of libraries. 
- don’t need to worry in 10 years about your iPad this should always be supported regardless of os version

Look I’m 44. But rather than go back to the 90’s and buy 150 calculator your time is better spent here or in a python library or something. You know the kind of thing you ‘ll actually need later down the road.  This is much more powerful, and portable to anything you might need. There is. No vender lock. I feel graphing calculators had their day, but it’s over. This is so much better.

### 1/5 — IVAN!!!

*2020-05-03, version 2.2.0*

Why? You killed my masterpiece!

### 5/5 — Wonderful app for learners

*2019-09-15, version 2.2.0*

Thank you!

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2018-09-15, version 2.2.0*

Almost the same as Mathematica but a lot cheaper

### 3/5 — More freedom and more features would be nice.

*2016-08-19, version 2.1.1*

Would like to access my own sage math server running on a Mac or LINUX.
Would like 3D access to plots.

## Frequently asked questions about Sage Math

### What is Sage Math?

Sage Math is a mobile interface to the Sage computer algebra system. It allows you to perform complex mathematical calculations and access various integrated systems like GAP, GP, Maxima, Octave, R, and Singular, along with Python and HTML support.

### What are the key features of Sage Math?

Key features include access to the Sage computer algebra system, integration with multiple other mathematical systems, optimized performance for quick calculations, offline storage of results, and the ability to easily email your calculations to others. It also includes custom keyboard buttons to simplify input.

### Is Sage Math free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. The description does not mention any in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating it is a free application.

### What are the system requirements for Sage Math?

Network connectivity is required to perform calculations. While results are stored on the device for offline perusal, an active internet connection is necessary for the computation itself. Compatibility with specific operating systems is not detailed but it is a mobile application.

### Who would benefit from using Sage Math?

This app is highly recommended for individuals who have knowledge of computer algebra systems or Python. It's ideal for students, researchers, and professionals who need a lightweight and fast alternative for performing quick calculations on the go.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2017-09-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated to work with iOS 10.  The minimum iOS version is now 8, so please don't upgrade if you have an older iOS version.

### 2.1.1 — 2013-01-31

Fixed crash in iPad version when changing programming language.

### 2.1.0 — 2013-01-15

Added ability to switch evaluation language: Sage, Python, R, Maxima, etc.  The language being used is shown in the header.

Optimized for iPhone 5 and retina displays.

If the input contains "interact", the Evaluate button will always be shown when first editing.

### 2.0.0 — 2012-11-11

This is a rewrite to work with new version of the server, so if you use a custom Sage Cell server you will have to update it to version 2.0 from https://github.com/sagemath/sagecell or it will not work.

* Interacts and multiple images and text in output are now supported.
* You can now distinguish between stdout and the return value.
* It is still not iPhone 5 optimized.  Sorry.  If you really want this let me know.

### 1.0.3 — 2012-04-25

Added support for changes in the server which would otherwise prevent functioning.

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