Comparison

eqSolver vs Derivative

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

Derivative

Features
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The DerivativeCalculus is a simple but elegant app to find the derivatives of complex multivariable functions. You can find the partial derivatives of a multivariate function and share it with others or save it locally. You can create a beautiful high quality partial derivative tree and share it with others or save it locally. Derivatives are shown in beautifully written mathematical expression It automatically saves your hard work locally on your device so you can come back and pick up from where you left off as your great effort will not be lost. This app also has a Study page to help you learn important differentiation rules like, product rule, chain rule, quotient rule, ect. This app is perfect for students learning calculus. Sharpen you brain by using this app and learning about the calculus. This is an app for all student groups. From high school to college to university students. Be creative. Enjoy the app!

Screenshots

eqSolver1 screens
Derivative4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: eqSolver at none against Derivative's shown. eqSolver also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). Derivative's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 69 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, Derivative monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
eqSolver versus Derivative: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereqSolverDerivative
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 69 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKurt GramollOm Prakash Chapagain

In-app purchases

None

eqSolver

No in-app purchases

None

Derivative

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eqSolver free?
eqSolver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Derivative free?
Derivative is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do eqSolver or Derivative have ads?
Derivative shows ads; eqSolver does not.
Which is updated more often, eqSolver or Derivative?
eqSolver ships an update every 69 months, and Derivative monthly. Most recently, eqSolver was updated on September 9, 2026 and Derivative on September 8, 2026.

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