MathPapa vs MathMaster
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
MathMaster
Solve math problems instantly by taking a photo or entering an equation. Get step-by-step solutions to understand the process and improve your math skills. Covers a wide range of topics from basic arithmetic to calculus.
- Camera-based problem solving
- Step-by-step solutions
- Handwritten and printed math recognition
- Extensive math topic coverage
- Problem history tracking
- AI-powered tutoring
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MathMaster helps to do the math for you. Just use your camera, snap a picture of a math problem or load an image, and get the right answer on your screen. If you need to get a better understanding of how to solve a problem - just check a step-by-step solution. The app helps and teaches you how to do your maths homework fast and correctly. All you have to do is to take a photo of the math problem or fill the equation in and press the Enter button. MathMaster will be your mathematical lifesaver - prepare better for tests, finish your homework faster, and make getting high grades easier. MathMaster also fits for you if you are not strong enough in math solving or need some extra help with it sometimes. MathMaster covers all levels of math: • Basic Math/Pre-Algebra: arithmetic, integers, fractions, decimal numbers, powers, roots, factors • Algebra: linear equations/inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, logarithms, functions, matrices, graphing, polynomials • Trigonometry/Precalculus: identities, sequences and series, logarithmic functions • Calculus: limits, derivatives, integrals • Statistics: combinations, factorials Printed and Handwritten math problem MathMaster recognizes both handwritten problems as well as printed ones. Just snap a problem or upload one from your photo gallery. Step-by-step solutions MathMaster provides both straight answers and the corresponding step-by-step solutions. Review an old problem Go back to old solving anytime. MathMaster will save your results in the "History" tab. Level up your learning by understanding “how” and “why” math problems are solved, or remember forgotten terms and concepts. Solve math problems instantly across a wide range of topics, ranging from Arithmetic to Calculus. Math is hard - but with MathMaster, it's never been easier. Terms of Use: https://p.appslux.me/com.appslux.math.terms Privacy Policy: https://p.appslux.me/com.appslux.math
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Verdict
MathPapa and MathMaster both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 78% of MathPapa's written reviews are positive against 31% of MathMaster's. MathPapa also leads on ads (none vs shown). MathMaster's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. MathPapa sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and MathMaster sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MathPapa against 4.6 for MathMaster. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17K and 12K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of MathPapa's written reviews are positive against 31% of MathMaster's.
MathPapa ships an update every 3 weeks, MathMaster every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MathPapa | MathMaster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (17K ratings) — better | 4.6 (12K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better | 30.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 17K — better | 12K |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MathPapa, Inc. | Appslux Media Limited |
Customer experience
MathPapa
MathMaster
User reviews
MathPapa
From 17K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Solves any expression or equation
- 👍 Provides step-by-step solutions
- 👍 Graphs functions
- 👍 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
- 🚀 Saves time on homework
Room to improve
- 💰 Subscription required for step-by-step solutions
- 💰 Expensive subscription at $10/month
- 👎 Limited number of step-by-step solutions in free version
- 👎 Subscription is not affordable for some students
- 👎 Subscription model is disappointing compared to previous free version
MathMaster
From 12K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Helpful for math homework
- 🚀 Quick responses from experts
- 💡 Step-by-step explanations
- 👍 Useful for parents and students
Room to improve
- 💰 Expensive subscription and coins
- 🐛 Incorrect answers provided
- ⏱️ Slow response times
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 💰 Deceptive pricing and hidden fees
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
MathMaster
Reported bugs
3 issues- Subscription issues and unexpected charges
- Inability to view solutions without paying
- Experts unable to solve certain problems
Requested features
3 requests- More free solutions per day
- Improved customer support
- Clearer pricing and subscription details
In-app purchases
MathPapa
- MathPapa Premium Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- MathPapa Pro Upgrade$49.99
MathMaster
- MathMaster: Week Premium Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- MathMaster: Week Premium$9.997 Days
- MathMaster: Week Premium Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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- Priority Service Subscription$9.997 Days
- Priority Service Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- MathMaster: Week Premium Trial7 Days trial$9.997 Days
- MathMaster: Prime Month$14.991 Month
- MathMaster Month Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- MathMaster: Coins Pack$9.99
- MathMaster: Coins Pack$14.99
- MathMaster: Coins Pack$19.99
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- MathMaster: Coins Pack$39.99
- MathMaster: Coins Pack$69.99
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