Comparison

SymCalc+ vs PhotoMath Solver AI

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

Head to head
About

SymCalc+

This app provides advanced mathematical calculations, from basic arithmetic to university-level topics. It combines the functionality of a scientific graphing calculator with the ease of a mobile application, offering symbolic computation and detailed feature explanations.

Highlights
  • Exact arithmetic and numerical modes
  • Symbolic algebra and calculus operations
  • Matrix operations and linear algebra
  • Equation and differential equation solvers
  • Complex number arithmetic
  • Interactive graphing
  • Session management and PDF export
Features
Currently charting
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Solve equations, simplify algebra, take derivatives and integrals, work with matrices, and visualize results in 2D and 3D from one app. Whether you need an exact symbolic answer, a decimal approximation, or a graph, SymCalc keeps the full workflow in one place. Store your work in reusable sessions, assign variables, define your own functions, and come back to your calculations later. - Solve single equations and systems with exact or numerical results - Simplify, factor, expand, substitute, and find roots, limits, sums, products, and Taylor series - Handle calculus tasks including derivatives, indefinite and definite integrals, and differential equations - Work with matrices and vectors: determinants, inverses, rank, RREF, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, dot products, and cross products - Graph standard functions, implicit equations and inequalities, polar curves, parametric plots, and 3D surfaces - Use logarithmic axes, inspect intersections, and adjust extra variables with sliders - Compute with complex numbers and common scientific functions - Save worksheets, keep multiple sessions, create custom functions, and export your work as PDF or SymCalc files - Learn faster with built-in function help and examples inside the app - Built for students, engineers, scientists, and anyone who needs more than a basic scientific calculator

About

PhotoMath Solver AI

Instantly solve and learn any math problem by taking a photo. Get step-by-step solutions and clear explanations for algebra, calculus, and more. This AI-powered tutor helps students of all levels understand math concepts better and faster.

Highlights
  • Photo math problem solver
  • Step-by-step AI explanations
  • Handles typed and handwritten problems
  • Supports all math levels
  • History for saved problems
  • Export solutions as PDF
  • Graph plotting
Features
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MathBox – Your AI Math Tutor for Students MathBox is a personal AI tutor that helps you understand math, not just memorize it. Take a photo of any math problem—typed or handwritten—and get a clear, step-by-step walkthrough with explanations designed to teach you the method. Whether you're learning algebra, calculus, or basic arithmetic, MathBox guides you through each topic so you build real understanding. Built for students of all levels, MathBox turns your phone into a 24/7 learning companion. Use it to review classwork, prepare for exams, study new topics, or finally make sense of that one subject you've struggled with. Why Students Learn with MathBox: * Photo a math problem and walk through it step by step * Detailed explanations written by advanced math AI tutors * Works with typed or handwritten problems * Supports all levels: elementary, middle school, high school, and college * Save and review past lessons in your History * Export walkthroughs as PDF for study notes Topics Covered: * Basic Math: Arithmetic, fractions, decimals, factors, powers, roots * Algebra: Linear & quadratic equations, inequalities, systems, graphs * Geometry: Angles, shapes, theorems, coordinate geometry * Calculus: Limits, derivatives, integrals * And many more... Extra Features: * Works with camera and photo library * Graph plotting and visual explanations * Clean interface for distraction-free learning Premium Upgrade: Upgrade to MathBox Premium for full step-by-step lessons, detailed explanations, and an ad-free learning experience. Subscription Options: * Weekly or monthly plans * Cancel anytime in your Apple account settings MathBox is the smarter way to learn math. Understand better. Study with confidence. Privacy Policy: https://boxmath.co/privacy_policy.html Terms and Conditions: https://boxmath.co/terms_and_conditions.html

Screenshots

SymCalc+4 screens
PhotoMath Solver AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PhotoMath Solver AI at Free against SymCalc+'s $9.99. PhotoMath Solver AI also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 91). SymCalc+'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On update cadence, ads 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

PhotoMath Solver AI is free to download; SymCalc+ costs $9.99 up front. PhotoMath Solver AI sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days. SymCalc+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SymCalc+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PhotoMath Solver AI has 13K ratings behind it against 91, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of SymCalc+'s written reviews are positive against 55% of PhotoMath Solver AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SymCalc+ ships an update every 5 weeks, PhotoMath Solver AI every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
SymCalc+ versus PhotoMath Solver AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSymCalc+PhotoMath Solver AI
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (91 ratings) — better4.4 (13K ratings)
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews — better54.8% of reviews
Number of ratings9113K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVoxeloid Kft.RLAM FZCO

Customer experience

SymCalc+

All ratings91 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral4.4%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral21.1%
Negative5.3%

PhotoMath Solver AI

All ratings13,321 ratings
Positive84.5%
Neutral3.7%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews294 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative41.8%

Bugs and requests

SymCalc+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

PhotoMath Solver AI

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera issues leading to poor image quality
  • Repeated prompts to leave a review
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel

Requested features

3 requests
  • Show step-by-step work instead of just the answer
  • Support for more advanced math concepts like calculus
  • Ability to input text-based word problems

In-app purchases

None

SymCalc+

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

PhotoMath Solver AI

Subscriptions10
  • Math Scanner Algera Solver$4.497 Days
  • Math Homework Solver 1 week$4.997 Days
  • Math Solver App 1 week$5.997 Days
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  • Math Physics Science AI Solver$5.997 Days
  • Math Homework Solver Discount$6.997 Days
  • Math Homework Solver 1W7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Math Homework Solver 3 months$14.993 Months
  • Math Homework Solution 1 month1 Month trial$17.991 Month
  • Math AI Help 1 Year - Discount$29.991 Year
  • Math Homework Solution 1 year$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Math Homework Solver Unlimited$39.99

Questions

Is SymCalc+ free?
SymCalc+ costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PhotoMath Solver AI free?
PhotoMath Solver AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SymCalc+ or PhotoMath Solver AI?
SymCalc+ is rated higher. SymCalc+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while PhotoMath Solver AI averages 4.4 from 13K ratings.
Do SymCalc+ or PhotoMath Solver AI have ads?
Neither SymCalc+ nor PhotoMath Solver AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SymCalc+ or PhotoMath Solver AI?
SymCalc+ ships an update every 5 weeks, and PhotoMath Solver AI every 6 weeks. Most recently, SymCalc+ was updated on September 12, 2026 and PhotoMath Solver AI on September 24, 2026.

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