# SymEditor vs Math Notes

The clearest difference is monetization model: SymEditor at free with in-app purchases against Math Notes's subscription. SymEditor also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.5) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). Math Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (20 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SymEditor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Math Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SymEditor holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Notes has 20 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

SymEditor ships an update monthly, Math Notes every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SymEditor | Math Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symeditor-formula-editor/id1494664746/reviews)** | [3.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-notes-solver-and-editor/id6474252913/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **20** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 10 MB | 300 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Xingxinghai Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1144065046) | [Kairoos Solutions SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/978066434) |

## What reviewers say

### SymEditor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symeditor-formula-editor/id1494664746)

This application provides a visual and interactive way to create complex mathematical and scientific formulas. It supports a wide range of symbols and functions, and allows for easy sharing and integration with document editing software.

**Highlights:** Interactive visual formula editing, Support for multiple symbols and functions, LaTeX, Png, Svg, and MathML export, Integration with Word and WPS, LaTeX command and code editing, System and hardware keyboard support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Half year membership | $9.49 | per 6 months |
| Year membership | $16.49 | per year |


### Math Notes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-notes-solver-and-editor/id6474252913)

This app offers a specialized keyboard and editor for creating and managing mathematical expressions. It supports LaTeX, real-time rendering, and various export formats, making it ideal for students and professionals alike.

**Highlights:** Innovative Math Keyboard, Multiple Math Symbols, Real-Time Rendering, LaTeX Support, Save and Share, Export Options (PDF, LaTeX, HTML, etc.), PDF Reader and Editor

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Math Notes Full Unlock with AI | $3.99 | per month |
| Math Editor Full Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SymEditor free?

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

### Is Math Notes free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SymEditor or Math Notes?

SymEditor is rated higher. SymEditor averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Math Notes averages 3.5 from 20 ratings.

### Do SymEditor or Math Notes have ads?

Neither SymEditor nor Math Notes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SymEditor or Math Notes?

SymEditor ships an update monthly, and Math Notes every 10 days. Most recently, SymEditor was updated on June 1, 2026 and Math Notes on September 8, 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.*