# PhotoMath Solver AI vs ThinkTrail

The clearest difference is rating: ThinkTrail at 5.0 against PhotoMath Solver AI's 4.4. ThinkTrail also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). PhotoMath Solver AI's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 1). 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 ThinkTrail sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ThinkTrail holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PhotoMath Solver AI has 13K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PhotoMath Solver AI ships an update every 6 weeks, ThinkTrail every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhotoMath Solver AI | ThinkTrail |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath-solver-ai-mathbox/id1487886467/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinktrail-learn-through-play/id6775579831/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 46 MB | 139 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RLAM FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712678414) | [HALIL IBRAHIM KUCUKKAYA](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775579833) |

## 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


### ThinkTrail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinktrail-learn-through-play/id6775579831)

This app helps preschoolers develop early math and thinking skills through playful, interactive activities. It offers a variety of challenges focusing on counting, logic, memory, and spatial reasoning, with parent reports to track progress.

**Highlights:** 2,410 activities across 26 learning trails, Counting, matching, sorting, tracing, and puzzles, Shape, color, number, and object recognition, Logic and problem-solving challenges, Focus and memory practice, Parent progress reports, Interactive tap-and-drag gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ThinkTrail Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| ThinkTrail Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhotoMath Solver AI free?

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

### Is ThinkTrail free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PhotoMath Solver AI or ThinkTrail?

ThinkTrail is rated higher. PhotoMath Solver AI averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while ThinkTrail averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PhotoMath Solver AI or ThinkTrail have ads?

Neither PhotoMath Solver AI nor ThinkTrail shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PhotoMath Solver AI or ThinkTrail?

PhotoMath Solver AI ships an update every 6 weeks, and ThinkTrail every 3 days. Most recently, PhotoMath Solver AI was updated on October 28, 2026 and ThinkTrail on October 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*