# SnapCalc vs Math Fact

The clearest difference is monetization model: SnapCalc at free with in-app purchases against Math Fact's subscription. SnapCalc also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 0%) and ratings volume (41K vs 38). Math Fact's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapCalc sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Math Fact sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for SnapCalc against 4.2 for Math Fact. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapCalc has 41K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 25% of SnapCalc's written reviews are positive against 0% of Math Fact's.

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, Math Fact every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapCalc | Math Fact |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapcalc-math-problem-solver/id1267331464/reviews)** | [4.2 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-fact-math-problem-solver/id1577596062/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41K** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | **25.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 129 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [Samsuddin Ahmed Sohag](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566910709) |

## What reviewers say

### SnapCalc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapcalc-math-problem-solver/id1267331464)

Instantly solve math problems by taking a photo. Get step-by-step explanations for algebra, calculus, and more. Practice with quizzes and access educational resources.

**Highlights:** Camera-based math problem solving, Step-by-step solution explanations, Recognizes handwritten problems, Quizzes for skill practice, Integrated educational resources, Problem history saving

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Step-By-Step Solutions 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Step-by-step Solutions 3 M | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Step-by-step Solutions 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for solving math problems
- 👍 Provides step-by-step solutions
- 💡 Useful for students struggling with math

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🐛 Inaccurate problem recognition
- 🔍 Limited free usage

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to solve problems
- Subscription charges continue even after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Expand free version capabilities
- Improve problem recognition accuracy
- Add option to purchase one-time access


### Math Fact

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-fact-math-problem-solver/id1577596062)

This app offers a vast library of over 5000 reading and math games designed to make learning fun and effortless for children. It provides personalized daily growth plans and motivating rewards to help kids master essential math concepts through engaging gameplay.

**Highlights:** 5000+ reading and math games, Personalized daily growth plans, Motivating rewards and narrative games, Master multiplication and division facts, Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division games, Offline play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Buy Life Time Access | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapCalc free?

SnapCalc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Math Fact free?

Math Fact is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SnapCalc or Math Fact?

SnapCalc is rated higher. SnapCalc averages 4.2 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Math Fact averages 4.2 from 38 ratings.

### Do SnapCalc or Math Fact have ads?

SnapCalc shows ads; Math Fact does not.

### Which is updated more often, SnapCalc or Math Fact?

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, and Math Fact every 2 weeks. Most recently, SnapCalc was updated on September 25, 2026 and Math Fact on August 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*