Comparison

xFormula vs MyScript Math

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

MyScript Math

This app functions as a handwriting graphing calculator, allowing users to write and solve math problems, plot functions, and utilize variables. It offers AI-powered step-by-step guidance and editing tools like a scratch-to-erase feature.

Highlights
  • Handwritten equation solving
  • Interactive function plotting
  • Variable definition and usage
  • AI-powered step-by-step solutions
  • Scratch-to-erase editing
  • LaTeX export
Features
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Meet MyScript Math, your handwriting graphing calculator. Write and solve math, plot functions, use variables, edit with a scratch — and get AI-powered, step-by-step guidance when you need it. Enjoy reliable recognition and focus on your math without second-guessing the results. With its super smart engine, MyScript Math can read any handwritten equation accurately. Perfect for students! Tackle equations easily — be it with variables, percentages, fractions, or inverse trigonometry, MyScript Math’s solver has you covered with quick, accurate answers. Start with a 7-day free trial to get the full experience — then subscribe or purchase the app to keep full access. • Solving — Write an equal sign to solve a calculation. Update your equation, and the result updates automatically. • Plotter — Tap an equation to create an interactive graph that updates instantly as you edit the equation. Add multiple functions to the same graph and immediately see how they interact. • Variables — Define a variable, use it in different equations, and update it to see all the calculations and graphs adjust automatically. • Solution steps — Get detailed step-by-step explanations to better understand how to solve your problems. • Expandable workspace — Adjust the zoom level and move around to make editing easier and see everything clearly. Use as much space as you need. • Scratch to erase — No need to switch tools, just scribble out what needs to be removed and keep going. • Images — Take a photo or import an image of your math problem, crop it if needed, and follow step-by-step solutions to solve it, one equation at a time. • Drag & drop — Tap your content to select it or use the lasso tool, then drag and drop it for easy reuse. • Editing tools — Use colors to emphasize calculations and results, and the lasso to move or copy content. • Preferences — Choose the result format of your calculation: degree, radian, decimal, fraction, mixed numbers. • LaTeX support — Write your math equations naturally and copy/paste them as LaTeX in other apps. • Multiple math notes — Display all your math notes in a single view for easy access. • Export your notes as images or PDF to share. • MyScript Notes compatibility — Copy handwritten equations from MyScript Notes to MyScript Math for instant results. MyScript Math respects your privacy and never stores content on our servers without your explicit consent. For help or feature requests, create a ticket at https://myscri.pt/support You can use any compatible active or passive pen to write in MyScript Math. Check minimum and recommended requirements for MyScript Math: https://myscri.pt/math-devices

Screenshots

xFormula4 screens
MyScript Math4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: xFormula at 85% against MyScript Math's 24%. MyScript Math's advantage is rating (4.5 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. xFormula sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MyScript Math sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyScript Math holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 62 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 85% of xFormula's written reviews are positive against 24% of MyScript Math's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

xFormula ships an update every 3 weeks, MyScript Math every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
xFormula versus MyScript Math: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterxFormulaMyScript Math
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (55 ratings)4.5 (62 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews — better24.2% of reviews
Number of ratings5562 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB296 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer煦 张MyScript

Customer experience

xFormula

All ratings55 ratings
Positive70.9%
Neutral1.8%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral8.5%
Negative6.8%

MyScript Math

All ratings62 ratings
Positive85.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive24.2%
Neutral18.2%
Negative57.6%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

xFormula

Subscriptions1
  • Pro 1 Month (Auto-Renewable)$1.991 Month
One-time3
  • Advanced (Lifetime)$9.99
  • Basic (Lifetime)$11.99
  • Pro (Lifetime)$18.99
3 purchases

MyScript Math

Subscriptions2
  • MyScript Math – Full Access$1.991 Month
  • MyScript Math – Full Access2 variants$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • MyScript Math – Full Access$24.99

Questions

Is xFormula free?
xFormula is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyScript Math free?
MyScript Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, xFormula or MyScript Math?
MyScript Math is rated higher. xFormula averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while MyScript Math averages 4.5 from 62 ratings.
Do xFormula or MyScript Math have ads?
Neither xFormula nor MyScript Math shows ads.
Which is updated more often, xFormula or MyScript Math?
xFormula ships an update every 3 weeks, and MyScript Math every 11 days. Most recently, xFormula was updated on September 24, 2026 and MyScript Math on September 22, 2026.

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