Comparison

MathPapa vs TT Algebra 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MathPapa

This app provides step-by-step solutions to algebra problems, helping users understand how to solve equations and inequalities. It can also graph equations, factor expressions, and evaluate mathematical expressions.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step equation solving
  • Linear and quadratic equation solver
  • Linear and quadratic inequality solver
  • Equation graphing
  • Quadratic expression factoring
  • Order of operations
  • Expression evaluation
Features
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SOLVE your algebra problems step-by-step with MathPapa! MathPapa can solve your equations (and show the work!) and help you when you're stuck on your math homework. FEATURES: • Solves linear equations and quadratic equations. • Solves linear and quadratic inequalities. • Graphs equations. • Factors quadratic expressions. • Order of operations step-by-step. • Evaluates expressions. • Solves systems of two equations. STEP-BY-STEP SOLUTIONS: MathPapa's goal is to help you learn algebra step-by-step. Get help on your algebra problems with the MathPapa Algebra Calculator! HOW TO USE THE CALCULATOR: Just type your problem into the text box. For example, enter 3x+5=17 into the text box to get a step-by-step explanation of how to solve 3x+5=17. MATH SYMBOLS: Here are some symbols that the calculator understands: + (Addition) - (Subtraction) * (Multiplication) / (Division) ^ (Exponent: "raised to the power") √ (Square Root) |x| (Absolute Value of x) MATHPAPA PREMIUM PRICING AND TERMS: For MathPapa Premium, there is a Monthly subscription for $9.99. This price is for U.S. customers. Pricing in other countries may vary. Subscriptions will be charged via your iTunes account at the end of the free trial. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled in Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Unused portion of Free Trial, if offered, is forfeited after purchase. For more information, read our Terms and Privacy Policy: Terms of Service: https://www.mathpapa.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.mathpapa.com/privacy/

About

TT Algebra 2

This educational app provides a comprehensive Algebra 2 curriculum with audiovisual lectures and practice problems. It offers automated grading, step-by-step explanations, and parental controls for progress tracking. The app allows for offline use of up to six lessons at a time.

Highlights
  • 137 audiovisual lectures
  • Thousands of practice problems
  • Automated grading and instant feedback
  • Step-by-step audiovisual explanations
  • Parental progress tracking
  • Offline lesson access (up to 6)
Read full description

The Teaching Textbooks Algebra 2 app makes your TT course even better! Not only will your student enjoy math while learning independently, but, with the app, that learning can also take place on the go. Even when offline! Specifically, the app can be used offline for up to 6 lessons at a time. That makes it perfect for homeschool parents who need their kids to stay productive while the family is out and about during the day. The app’s other features include… • 137 audiovisual lectures that teach every core concept in the standard 11th grade curriculum • thousands of problems that give students all the practice they need to master each concept • automated grading and instant feedback for every single problem • step-by-step audiovisual explanations to every single problem so students can see exactly what they did wrong when mistakes are made (This makes the program feel as if a tutor is at the student’s side!) • parental controls that let you track your student’s progress • the digitized version of the printed Teaching Textbooks Algebra 2 textbook (with a search feature and a hyper-linked index) • no advertising or in-app purchase offers • Internet connectivity is required, but you can remain offline for up to 6 lessons.

Screenshots

MathPapa4 screens
TT Algebra 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MathPapa at 4.7 against TT Algebra 2's 3.6. MathPapa also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 44%) and ratings volume (17K vs 39). TT Algebra 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MathPapa sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. TT Algebra 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MathPapa holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MathPapa has 17K ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of MathPapa's written reviews are positive against 44% of TT Algebra 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MathPapa ships an update every 3 weeks, TT Algebra 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MathPapa versus TT Algebra 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathPapaTT Algebra 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (17K ratings) — better3.6 (39 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings17K — better39
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB90 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMathPapa, Inc.Teaching Textbooks, Inc.

Customer experience

MathPapa

All ratings17,165 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral7.4%
Negative14.8%

TT Algebra 2

All ratings33 ratings
Positive60.6%
Neutral18.2%
Negative21.2%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral33.3%
Negative22.2%

Bugs and requests

MathPapa

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Doesn't always recognize certain input formats
  • Step-by-step solutions not always available even with subscription

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add history/log of past calculations
  • Support for more math functions like differentiation and integration
  • Ability to input expressions with exponents as expressions
  • Option to display answers in different formats (decimal, fraction, mixed number)
  • Ability to take a photo of a problem and have it solved

TT Algebra 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MathPapa

Subscriptions1
  • MathPapa Premium Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • MathPapa Pro Upgrade$49.99
None

TT Algebra 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MathPapa free?
MathPapa is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TT Algebra 2 free?
TT Algebra 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MathPapa or TT Algebra 2?
MathPapa is rated higher. MathPapa averages 4.7 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while TT Algebra 2 averages 3.6 from 39 ratings.
Do MathPapa or TT Algebra 2 have ads?
Neither MathPapa nor TT Algebra 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MathPapa or TT Algebra 2?
MathPapa ships an update every 3 weeks, and TT Algebra 2 every 2 months. Most recently, MathPapa was updated on November 1, 2026 and TT Algebra 2 on October 23, 2026.

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