Comparison

SnapCalc vs Chalk

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SnapCalc

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
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SnapCalc does the math for you. Just snap a picture of a math problem, and voila — the answer is displayed on your screen. From algebra to calculus, the app has solutions to a wide range of topics - and it recognizes handwritten problems too! Learn more quickly and easily with step-by-step explanations so that next time you'll be able to solve the problem yourself - as easy as one-two-three! SnapCalc will be your mathematical lifesaver - finish your homework faster, prepare better for tests, and make getting those high grades less stressful. Not so strong in math or need some extra help with it sometimes? SnapCalc is just for you. SnapCalc is always here to help: Handwritten problem? No worries - SnapCalc recognizes both handwritten problems as well as printed ones. Just snap a problem or upload one from your photo gallery. Want to see the steps too? SnapCalc provides both straight answers and the corresponding step-by-step solutions. Need some training before a test? Check your math skills with SnapCalc's Quizzes and challenge yourself for even better results! Prefer to study math without a teacher? Learn about various math topics with educational YouTube videos and Wikipedia articles. Want to review an old problem? SnapCalc will save your results in "History" tab so you can go back to them anytime. Solve math problems instantly across a wide range of topics, ranging from Arithmetic to Calculus. Math is hard - but with SnapCalc, it's never been easier. Get SnapCalc Premium Upgrade to Premium version and get step-by-step solutions and remove ads. * Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. * You can cancel the subscription anytime by canceling your subscription through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. For complete access to all SnapCalc features, you will need to allow access to the following: *Camera – so that the app could recognize a math problem after taking a pic and then solve it. Privacy Policy: https://support.bendingspoons.com/privacy.html?app=1267331464 Terms of service: https://support.bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=1267331464 Contact us: snapcalc@bendingspoons.com

About

Chalk

Get step-by-step homework help for math and science. This AI tutor explains answers by writing and speaking, allowing you to follow the process. Learn by doing with interactive explanations and save your work for later.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step problem solving
  • Verbal and written explanations
  • Interactive whiteboard
  • Save and revisit explanations
  • Photo, voice, or text input
  • On-iPad direct writing
Features
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Chalk is an AI tutor that shows its work. Ask a maths or science question by typing, speaking, or snapping a photo. Chalk writes and draws on a whiteboard while explaining each step aloud, so you can follow how the answer comes together. Learn by doing: • Work through problems step by step. • Answer quick checks and ask follow-up questions on the same board. • Replay an explanation or jump back to a step. • Save your boards and return to them later. • On iPad, write your own working directly on the board. Chalk is free to start, with an optional Chalk Pro subscription. Available plans, prices, and any eligible free trial are shown before purchase. AI can make mistakes. Check important answers and use Chalk to understand the method, not just copy a result. Privacy Policy: https://trychalk.me/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SnapCalc4 screens
Chalk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SnapCalc at 4.2 against Chalk's 1.0. SnapCalc also leads on ratings volume (41K vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Chalk's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. SnapCalc sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Chalk sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SnapCalc versus Chalk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapCalcChalk
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (41K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews25.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings41K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB42 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMosaic S.r.l.OLUWAPELUMI S OYELOWO

Bugs and requests

SnapCalc

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes when trying to solve problems
  • Subscription charges continue even after cancellation

Requested features

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

Chalk

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

SnapCalc

Subscriptions9
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week$1.997 Days
  • Step-By-Step Solutions 1 Month3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Week3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Month$6.991 Month
  • Step-by-step Solutions 3 M3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • Step-by-step Solutions 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

Chalk

Subscriptions2
  • Chalk Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Chalk Pro Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is SnapCalc free?
SnapCalc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chalk free?
Chalk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SnapCalc or Chalk?
SnapCalc is rated higher. SnapCalc averages 4.2 out of 5 from 41K ratings, while Chalk averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SnapCalc or Chalk have ads?
SnapCalc shows ads; Chalk does not.

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