# PhotoMath Solver AI vs Math Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PhotoMath Solver AI at 55% against Math Scanner's 28%. PhotoMath Solver AI also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 454) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). Math Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PhotoMath Solver AI sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days and Math Scanner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PhotoMath Solver AI holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PhotoMath Solver AI has 13K ratings behind it against 454, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of PhotoMath Solver AI's written reviews are positive against 28% of Math Scanner's.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhotoMath Solver AI | Math Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath-solver-ai-mathbox/id1487886467/reviews)** | [4.2 (454 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-scanner/id1509447759/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 454 |
| Positive reviews | **54.8% of reviews** | 28.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 275 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [RLAM FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712678414) | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) |

## What reviewers say

### PhotoMath Solver AI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath-solver-ai-mathbox/id1487886467)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Math Scanner Algera Solver | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Math Homework Solver 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Solver App 1 week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Physics Science AI Solver | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Homework Solver  Discount | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Homework Solver 1W | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Math Homework Solution 1 month | $17.99 | per month |
| Math AI Help 1 Year - Discount | $29.99 | per year |
| Math Homework Solver 3 months | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Math Homework Solution 1 year | $69.99 | per year |
| Math Homework Solver Unlimited | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for solving math problems
- 🚀 Provides step-by-step solutions
- 💡 Useful for online/self-learning students

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy in solutions
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Issues with restoring purchases and accessing content

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Math Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-scanner/id1509447759)

Instantly solve math problems by scanning them with your camera. Get step-by-step solutions and save your scans for later. This app offers both free and premium features, with offline access and unlimited scans available through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Real-time scanning, Step-by-step explanations, Smart calculator input, Save scans to history, Offline scanning (Pro), Unlimited scans (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Solves equations
- 💡 Puts solutions in steps
- 👍 Sometimes useful

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calculator doesn't work
- 🐛 Gives wrong answers
- 🐛 Not solving problems
- 🐛 Says 'no solution'
- 🐛 Cannot access photos

**Reported bugs**

- Calculator malfunctions
- Incorrect answers provided
- App states 'no solution' incorrectly
- App crashes or kicks users out
- App fails to scan homework

**Requested features**

- Ability to solve word problems
- Access to photos for homework


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhotoMath Solver AI free?

PhotoMath Solver AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Math Scanner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PhotoMath Solver AI or Math Scanner?

PhotoMath Solver AI is rated higher. PhotoMath Solver AI averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Math Scanner averages 4.2 from 454 ratings.

### Do PhotoMath Solver AI or Math Scanner have ads?

Neither PhotoMath Solver AI nor Math Scanner shows ads.

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