# SnapCalc vs Photosolve

The clearest difference is rating: SnapCalc at 4.2 against Photosolve's 1.0. SnapCalc also leads on ratings volume (41K vs 1). Photosolve's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 Photosolve sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, Photosolve every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapCalc | Photosolve |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (41K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapcalc-math-problem-solver/id1267331464/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photosolve-math-photo-app/id6477824572/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 25.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 129 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) | [Adstapp Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1727514373) |

## 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


### Photosolve

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photosolve-math-photo-app/id6477824572)

Instantly solve math problems by taking a photo. This app provides step-by-step explanations and supports various math topics from algebra to middle school levels. It also offers ChatGPT integration for further clarification and multilingual support.

**Highlights:** Instant photo math solving, Step-by-step explanations, Algebra and middle school math support, ChatGPT math integration, Multilingual support, Handwritten and textbook problem recognition

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Special | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plus | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $12.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapCalc free?

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

### Is Photosolve free?

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

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

SnapCalc is rated higher. SnapCalc averages 4.2 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Photosolve averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SnapCalc or Photosolve have ads?

SnapCalc shows ads; Photosolve does not.

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

SnapCalc ships an update monthly, and Photosolve every 10 days. Most recently, SnapCalc was updated on October 29, 2026 and Photosolve on October 27, 2026.

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