Comparison

Scholar vs MathLens

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

Head to head
About

Scholar

Improve your spelling with a vocabulary quiz featuring over 600 commonly misspelled words. This app offers a fast and effective way to learn correct spellings, helping you avoid mistakes in daily communication.

Highlights
  • Over 600 misspelled words
  • Spelling tests
  • Vocabulary improvement
  • Error avoidance
  • Effective learning method
Features
Read full description

The "Scholar" has over 600 commonly misspelled words. By doing test you will learn which way to spell these words and not make mistakes when using them in day to day activities. The "Scholar" is proven to be the fastest and most effective way to improve your spelling. *** The app contains ads provided by Google. Therefore, the application may contain inappropriate content for children under 12 years old. I try to exclude such cases, but I can not fully guarantee it. *** Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

MathLens

Features
Read full description

MathLens helps you understand the method, not just get an answer. Scan a maths problem or type it in, then follow clear step-by-step working. Build on what you learn with guided lessons, focused practice, and a personal learning path. SOLVE WITH CLARITY • Scan printed maths problems with your camera or choose a photo. • Type a problem when that is quicker. • Review the recognised expression before solving. • Follow clear working and explanations, one step at a time. • Keep previous problems in a searchable history. LEARN THE METHOD • Start from your current level with a personalised learning path. • Work through guided lessons that connect real situations, visuals, and notation. • Practise concepts with focused questions and helpful nudges. • Track concepts you have learned and what is worth revisiting. MADE FOR FOCUSED LEARNING MathLens is designed to help you build mathematical understanding—from fractions and algebra to supported advanced topics—without turning homework into a shortcut. SUBSCRIPTION MathLens requires an active auto-renewing subscription. Choose monthly or annual access. The annual plan includes a 3-day free trial for eligible new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Apple Account Settings. https://socialreporthq.com/mathlens/privacy, https://socialreporthq.com/mathlens/terms, https://socialreporthq.com/mathlens/support

Screenshots

Scholar4 screens
MathLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MathLens at none against Scholar's shown. MathLens also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs weekly). Scholar's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Scholar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and MathLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scholar ships an update weekly, MathLens every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scholar versus MathLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScholarMathLens
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (13K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings13K — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB18 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperArtem RakhmatulinRAPHAEL MOMANYI

Bugs and requests

Scholar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when reaching higher levels
  • Incorrect word spellings marked wrong
  • Issues with syncing across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add audio pronunciation of words
  • Allow customization of word lists
  • Implement different learning modes
  • Provide word definitions
  • Add ability to adjust difficulty level

MathLens

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Scholar

Subscriptions2
  • Scholar Plus Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Scholar Plus Yearly$9.991 Year
2 purchases

MathLens

Subscriptions2
  • Khitab Pro$4.991 Month
  • Khitab Pro Annual7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Scholar free?
Scholar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MathLens free?
MathLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scholar or MathLens have ads?
Scholar shows ads; MathLens does not.
Which is updated more often, Scholar or MathLens?
Scholar ships an update weekly, and MathLens every 4 days. Most recently, Scholar was updated on October 29, 2026 and MathLens on October 10, 2026.

Other comparisons