# SnapCalc vs Photo Math Solver

The clearest difference is rating: SnapCalc at 4.2 against Photo Math Solver's 1.0. SnapCalc also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (41K vs 3). Photo Math Solver's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 25%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapCalc sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Photo Math Solver sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SnapCalc holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapCalc has 41K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of SnapCalc's written reviews are positive against 67% of Photo Math Solver's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, Photo Math Solver every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapCalc | Photo Math Solver |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapcalc-math-problem-solver/id1267331464/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-math-solver/id1658487469/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 25.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 129 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [TALENT ACQUISITIONS PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1018926708) |

## 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


### Photo Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-math-solver/id1658487469)

Instantly solve math problems by taking a picture or typing them in. Get detailed, step-by-step explanations for a wide range of math topics, from basic algebra to advanced calculus. Features include AI-powered camera solving, handwritten problem support, equation graphing, and a scientific calculator.

**Highlights:** AI-powered math camera, Step-by-step solutions, Handwritten problem solving, Graph equations, Scientific calculator, Algebra to calculus support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Camera Math Calculator Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Photo Math Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Math Calculator Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapCalc free?

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

### Is Photo Math Solver free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SnapCalc or Photo Math Solver?

SnapCalc is rated higher. SnapCalc averages 4.2 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Photo Math Solver averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do SnapCalc or Photo Math Solver have ads?

Both SnapCalc and Photo Math Solver show ads.

### Which is updated more often, SnapCalc or Photo Math Solver?

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, and Photo Math Solver every 7 months. Most recently, SnapCalc was updated on September 25, 2026 and Photo Math Solver on September 14, 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.*