Comparison

eqSolver vs PrepFE

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

Head to head
About

eqSolver

This app solves simultaneous linear equations quickly and efficiently. It offers a matrix-style input for decimal or exponential numbers, with an option for symmetric equations to simplify input. Ideal for math and engineering students and professionals.

Highlights
  • Solves simultaneous linear equations
  • Matrix-style input
  • Decimal and exponential number support
  • Symmetric equation option
  • Tablet and phone compatibility
Features
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The eqSolver app calculates the solution for simultaneous linear equations. In math and engineering, it is common to have 3 to 6 equations with 3 to 6 unknowns that need to be solved quickly. This apps provides simple matrix-style input method using either decimal or exponential form. There is an option for symmetric equations (common in engineering) to reduce the input effort. The app is simple but elegant and can be used on tablets or phones.

About

PrepFE

Prepare for the FE Mechanical exam with practice problems and flashcards. Learn by doing with expert-curated content, track your progress, and identify areas for improvement. Study conveniently on your mobile device, anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Practice FE exam questions
  • Interactive practice exams
  • Hundreds of practice questions
  • Detailed step-by-step explanations
  • Reinforce learning with flashcards
  • Breakdown of strengths and weaknesses
Features
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Don't spend time relearning topics from scratch and using poor resources. Jump right into practice problems and learn by doing! Supplement your learning with flash cards to learn the FE Reference Handbook and be familiar with your discipline's concepts. Take your exam practice on the go and learn with our curated content by engineering experts. Study whenever and wherever it’s convenient with PrepFE™. No need to carry around books and study guides. All you need is your phone and determination. Start your Professional Engineer journey and download the PrepFE - Mechanical app. Install the free version today and jump start your studying! We have provided a limited free version of the app that you can try before deciding to upgrade. This version includes a limited set of practice questions, flash cards, and basic progress metrics. *Practice FE exam questions* *Interactive Practice Exams* *Hundreds of Practice Questions* *Detailed & Step-by-Step Explanations* *Reinforce learning with Flash Cards* *Breakdown of strengths and weaknesses* *Updated for 2020* We have up to date content for the new category specifications: • Mathematics • Probability and Statistics • Ethics and Professional Practice • Engineering Economics • Electricity and Magnetism • Statics • Dynamics, Kinematics, and Vibrations • Mechanics of Materials • Material Properties and Processing • Fluid Mechanics • Thermodynamics • Heat Transfer • Measurements, Instrumentation, and Controls • Mechanical Design and Analysis

Screenshots

eqSolver1 screens
PrepFE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: eqSolver at 100% against PrepFE's 17%. eqSolver also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 9). PrepFE's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 69 months) and ratings volume (57 vs 2). 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. PrepFE sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. eqSolver asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eqSolver holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PrepFE has 57 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of eqSolver's written reviews are positive against 17% of PrepFE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, PrepFE every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
eqSolver versus PrepFE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereqSolverPrepFE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better2.0 (57 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings257 — better
Update frequencyEvery 69 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB288 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKurt GramollPrepFE, Inc.

Customer experience

eqSolver

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PrepFE

All ratings57 ratings
Positive24.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.4%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

In-app purchases

None

eqSolver

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

PrepFE

One-time6
  • 1 Month Access Renewal$47.99
  • 1 Month Access2 variants$59.99
  • 3 Months Access Renewal$61.99
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  • 6 Months Access Renewal$75.99
  • 3 Months Access2 variants$79.99
  • 6 Months Access2 variants$99.99

Questions

Is eqSolver free?
eqSolver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PrepFE free?
PrepFE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eqSolver or PrepFE?
eqSolver is rated higher. eqSolver averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PrepFE averages 2.0 from 57 ratings.
Do eqSolver or PrepFE have ads?
Neither eqSolver nor PrepFE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eqSolver or PrepFE?
eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, and PrepFE every 2 months. Most recently, eqSolver was updated on September 25, 2026 and PrepFE on October 8, 2026.

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