# xFormula vs MathNotes

The clearest difference is rating: MathNotes at 5.0 against xFormula's 3.9. MathNotes also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.1). xFormula's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (55 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. xFormula sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MathNotes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MathNotes holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xFormula has 55 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

xFormula ships an update every 3 weeks, MathNotes every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | xFormula | MathNotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xformula-equation-editor/id1477136751/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnotes-math-and-3d-graphs/id6761740403/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 84.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 340 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [煦 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/494537607) | [Vladislav Alikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1603123547) |

## What reviewers say

### xFormula

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xformula-equation-editor/id1477136751)

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:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro 1 Month (Auto-Renewable) | $1.99 | per month |
| Advanced (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Basic (Lifetime) | $11.99 | one-time |
| Pro (Lifetime) | $18.99 | one-time |


### MathNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnotes-math-and-3d-graphs/id6761740403)

This app provides an infinite digital canvas for studying and visualizing mathematics. It allows users to create 2D and 3D graphs, take notes with LaTeX formatting, and convert handwritten equations into editable LaTeX using OCR. Ideal for students and professionals needing a comprehensive math workspace.

**Highlights:** Infinite digital canvas, 2D and 3D graph plotting, Formula OCR to LaTeX, LaTeX equation rendering, Interactive animated sliders, Note organization with media

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support the App and remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is xFormula free?

xFormula is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MathNotes free?

MathNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, xFormula or MathNotes?

MathNotes is rated higher. xFormula averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while MathNotes averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do xFormula or MathNotes have ads?

MathNotes shows ads; xFormula does not.

### Which is updated more often, xFormula or MathNotes?

xFormula ships an update every 3 weeks, and MathNotes every 2 weeks. Most recently, xFormula was updated on October 3, 2026 and MathNotes on September 24, 2026.

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