Comparison

eqSolver vs Symbolab Practice

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

Symbolab Practice

Master math concepts through unlimited practice problems with personalized hints and instant feedback. Track your progress, prepare for exams with quizzes, and drill down into specific math topics from pre-algebra to calculus.

Highlights
  • Tens of thousands of math problems
  • Personalized hints
  • Instant feedback
  • Exam preparation quizzes
  • Topic-specific drills
  • Progress tracking and insights
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Practice, practice, practice! There’s no better way to build your Math confidence and skill. Unlimited practice requires a subscription. Get the most from your study time with the Symbolab Practice app: • Practice tens of thousands of Math problems with hints personalized for you • Get instant feedback • Get the basics in place first! • Get used to solving different kinds of problems • Receive helpful hints so you can master each stage of the equation • Take a quiz (to prepare you for exams) • Drill down any Math topic • Check your progress, get insights and tips Topics covered include Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Functions, Matrices & Vectors. Covering fractions through equations to integrals and differential equations. Subscription payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Terms of use: https://www.symbolab.com/public/terms.pdf Privacy policy: https://www.symbolab.com/public/privacy.pdf

Screenshots

eqSolver1 screens
Symbolab Practice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: eqSolver at 100% against Symbolab Practice's 42%. eqSolver also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Symbolab Practice's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 69 months) and ratings volume (42 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. Symbolab Practice sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. eqSolver asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eqSolver holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Symbolab Practice has 42 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 42% of Symbolab Practice's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, Symbolab Practice every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
eqSolver versus Symbolab Practice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereqSolverSymbolab Practice
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.0 (42 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better42.3% of reviews
Number of ratings242 — better
Update frequencyEvery 69 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKurt GramollSymbolab

Customer experience

eqSolver

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

Symbolab Practice

All ratings42 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral19.2%
Negative38.5%

In-app purchases

None

eqSolver

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Symbolab Practice

Subscriptions3
  • Universal Weekly Subscription$2.497 Days
  • Universal Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
  • Universal Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is eqSolver free?
eqSolver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Symbolab Practice free?
Symbolab Practice is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eqSolver or Symbolab Practice?
eqSolver is rated higher. eqSolver averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Symbolab Practice averages 4.0 from 42 ratings.
Do eqSolver or Symbolab Practice have ads?
Neither eqSolver nor Symbolab Practice shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eqSolver or Symbolab Practice?
eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, and Symbolab Practice every 3 months. Most recently, eqSolver was updated on September 25, 2026 and Symbolab Practice on October 11, 2026.

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