xFormula vs MathNotes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
xFormula
Create and edit mathematical equations with a visual interface. Export your work as images, LaTeX, MathML, or UnicodeMath for use in documents and presentations. Features include image recognition, formula libraries, and custom keyboards.
- Visual equation editing
- Export to image, LaTeX, MathML, UnicodeMath
- Image recognition for formulas
- Organized formula libraries
- Customizable keyboard for symbols
- Keyboard extension for other apps
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This is a math equation editor which could export the result as picture, LaTeX, MathML, UnicodeMath(Word). Include variables, binary operators, arrows, relations, brackets, underline, overline, accents, fraction, radical, large operator... Just download and have a try. ----- Functions: 1. Mathematical formula editing. 2. Import & Export - LaTeX (Pages, Keynote) - MathML (Pages, Keynote) - UnicodeMath (Word) - Image - SVG: If the .svg file is exported by xFormula, then it could be imported and edit again. 3. Image recognition - Setup large model API to recognize the math formula in the image. - The recognition of mathematical formulas in large models is getting better and better, but due to the large number of LaTeX commands for mathematical formulas, there may be some situations where the same symbol is different for different commands. xFormula cannot support all LaTeX commands yet, so there may be some exceptions. However, we will continue to optimize and be compatible with more commands in future versions 4. Mathematical formula library: - You can create several formula libraries at the same time, and each formula library can be exported and imported separately; - Under each formula library, there can be many categories, and under each category, there can be many groups. Under each group, formulas can be created and edited - Example 1: High School Mathematics Formula Library > Classification 1: Set, Classification 2: Geometry, Classification 3: Algebra - Example 2: Junior High School Mathematics Formula Library>Classification 1: Rational Numbers, Classification 2: Trigonometric Functions, Classification 3: Geometry 5. Mathematical style: - Due to font limitations, the mathematical formulas currently provided may have some pixel spacing flaws, and each style may also have several mathematical characters that are not supported. Please use them as appropriate. - We will continue to optimize mathematical styles, which is what we are concerned about. 6. Custom keyboard: -The frequency of mathematical symbols used varies at each stage, from elementary school, middle school, high school to university; The frequency of symbols used for sets, limits, matrices, functions, and each knowledge range is also different. So if you use it for a long time or frequently, it is strongly recommended to create a suitable input symbol keyboard for yourself, which is more efficient and saves more time than a universal keyboard. 7. Keyboard Extension - Could be directly used in the form of a keyboard in other text editing software - Due to the system's restrictions on keyboard Extension, there may be some abnormal situations. After installing the keyboard, if it cannot appear in the keyboard list, please restart the device and try again - Although currently compatible with iOS 15, it is recommended to use new devices as old devices may experience loading failures due to memory limitations and other issues 8. Help Document ----- Purchase: 1. This is a paid software and is provided for free download in the hope that users will know what features this software has and whether it is useful before purchasing. 2. As the payment methods for iOS and macOS were not unified when this software was first released, xFormula (iOS) and xFormula (macOS) need to be paid separately. The advantage of separate payment is pricing splitting, which means that if you only have a mobile device and don't have a Mac, you can save on the purchase cost of the Mac. If merged, the pricing will also be the sum of the current two pricing. 3. If you plan to use this software for a long time and consider upgrading more features in the future, it is recommended to purchase the Professional Edition. Terms of Service : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: http://guizhenjiaoyu.com/xformula/en/privacy.html
MathNotes
This app helps students with math by offering effortless note-taking, organized study materials, and an AI-powered solver for equations. It provides step-by-step explanations to ensure understanding and includes a floating calculator for simultaneous use.
- Effortless note-taking for equations and concepts
- Organized study notes with categorization
- AI Math Solver with step-by-step explanations
- Floating calculator for simultaneous use
- Study notes on the go
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Are you a student who uses math? Well, here's something you won't want to skip! Introducing MathNotes, the app that Makes Math Easy! MathNotes is tailored for students just like you, understanding your unique needs in and outside the classroom! Here's how MathNotes makes your math a piece of Pi ;) Effortless Note-Taking: Exponentially improve your note-taking during class! Our user-friendly interface lets you jot down equations, concepts, and insights with ease, eliminating messy pen and paper notebooks. Stay Forever Organized: Tired of searching for notes? MathNotes keeps your study life organized, allowing you to categorize and find notes effortlessly. Get Answers in less than a Snap: MathNotes features our powerful AI Math Solver that cracks tricky equations in no time. Study with Confidence: Don’t let math divide you! The AI Math Solver provides step-by-step explanations, ensuring you understand the 'how' and 'why' behind every equation. Awesome Calculator: Crunch those numbers! Our calculator floats over your notes, like a leaf in the wind, allowing you to calculate and take notes simultaneously. Study Anywhere: Whether in class or on the go, MathNotes goes where you are. Study on the fly and never miss a beat. Because math waits for no one, and neither should you! Subscribe and unlock MathNotes' full potential: More features, more convenience, and more math brilliance! It all adds up to making your math easy! Subscriptions automatically renew each month 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time. Need help or have suggestions? Our support team is ready and happy to assist. Email us at support@impalastudios.com. For math-related questions, uhm, yeah, have you tried the solver? It’s available with the free trial! Terms & Conditions: https://impalastudios.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://impalastudios.com/privacy MathNotes Makes Math Easy! (C) 2000 Impala Studios.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: xFormula at 84% against MathNotes's 33%. MathNotes's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.9). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. xFormula sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MathNotes sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MathNotes holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 52 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of xFormula's written reviews are positive against 33% of MathNotes's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
xFormula ships an update every 3 weeks, MathNotes every 11 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | xFormula | MathNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (55 ratings) | 4.7 (52 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 84.1% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 55 — better | 52 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 煦 张 | Impala Studios |
Customer experience
xFormula
MathNotes
In-app purchases
xFormula
- Pro 1 Month (Auto-Renewable)$1.991 Month
- Advanced (Lifetime)$9.99
- Basic (Lifetime)$11.99
- Pro (Lifetime)$18.99
MathNotes
- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month








