# SnapCalc vs mathcelebrity

The clearest difference is review sentiment: mathcelebrity at 100% against SnapCalc's 25%. mathcelebrity also leads on ads (none vs shown). SnapCalc's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (41K vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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 mathcelebrity sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SnapCalc holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SnapCalc has 41K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of SnapCalc's written reviews are positive against 100% of mathcelebrity's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, mathcelebrity every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapCalc | mathcelebrity |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapcalc-math-problem-solver/id1267331464/reviews)** | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathcelebrity/id6451216083/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 25.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 129 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [MATH CELEBRITY, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/576225080) |

## 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


### mathcelebrity

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathcelebrity/id6451216083)

This app provides step-by-step math guidance for students from 3rd grade to college. It offers instant solutions, interactive lessons, and a vast database of problems to build confidence and excel in exams. Track your progress with calculation history in a secure, ad-free environment.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step math guidance, Instant solutions for any problem, Interactive lessons for all levels, Vast database of math problems, Calculation history tracking, Secure and ad-free learning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annually | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapCalc free?

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

### Is mathcelebrity free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SnapCalc or mathcelebrity?

SnapCalc is rated higher. SnapCalc averages 4.2 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while mathcelebrity averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SnapCalc or mathcelebrity have ads?

SnapCalc shows ads; mathcelebrity does not.

### Which is updated more often, SnapCalc or mathcelebrity?

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, and mathcelebrity every 2 months. Most recently, SnapCalc was updated on November 4, 2026 and mathcelebrity on October 15, 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.*