Comparison

Mathcat vs Medschool AI

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

Head to head
About

Mathcat

Prepare for MCAT math sections with unlimited practice questions and a formula memorization tool. Covers essential math skills and provides categorized formulas with explanations and tricks. Offers a Duolingo-style interface for effective formula learning.

Highlights
  • Unlimited math practice questions
  • Math skills for Chem/Phys and Biochem/Biology
  • Formula list with explanations and tricks
  • Categorized formulas by yield
  • Duolingo-style formula memorization
  • Bookmark favorite formulas
Features
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Mathcat: MCAT has unlimited practice questions to prepare you for the math-without-a-calculator on the Chem/Phys and Biochem/Biology sections. Mathcat: MCAT has 3 sections: 1) Math Practice: Unlimited pure math practice question, so you can practice your mental math without a calculator. These math skills are the same ones you need on the real MCAT: Addition/Subtraction, Multiplication/Division, Exponents, Square Roots, Logs, Scientific Notation, and a touch of Trigonometry. 2) Formulas: A formula list with definitions, explanations, tricks, and more, all categorized by high, medium, or low-yield. Bookmark and practice your favorites (or least favorites). 3) Learn Formulas: A Duolingo-style interface to memorize MCAT-relevant formulas. Practice variables, words, multiple-choice, or fill-in-the-blank, and ensure you don't misremember any formulas on Test Day. 4) More to come! Imminent updates are in development with even more question styles! Contact us with feedback or suggestions. We're here to help you! (MCAT® is a registered trademark of the Association of American Medical Colleges. Test names are the property of the respective trademark holders, none of whom endorse or are affiliated with Happy Cyclops, LLC.)

About

Medschool AI

This app helps students prepare for standardized medical exams by providing step-by-step solutions to practice questions. Users can upload or photograph questions and receive detailed explanations covering all major subjects. A free trial is available before committing to a subscription.

Highlights
  • AI-powered question solving
  • Upload or photograph questions
  • Step-by-step explanations
  • Covers all MCAT subjects
  • Detailed scientific reasoning
  • Free trial available
Features
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Solve any MCAT problem on the go with MCAT AI, your dedicated step-by-step MCAT solver app! Facing a tough MCAT question? Seeking instant, detailed explanations? MCAT AI is your go-to solution. Whether it's multiple-choice, passage-based, or standalone questions in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Psychology/Sociology, MCAT AI has got your back. Just upload or snap a photo of your MCAT question, and MCAT AI instantly identifies the problem, offering you a comprehensive explanation on how to solve it. KEY FEATURES Upload or take a photo of any handwritten or digital MCAT question. Copy and share in-depth solutions. Covers all MCAT subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Psychology/Sociology, catering to pre-medical students. Detailed explanations and scientific reasoning provided for each solution. Try our app with a free trial and see the difference in your preparation. You must have an active subscription to access MCAT AI. We offer an annual subscription and a weekly subscription, which includes a 3-day free trial. Experience the app without charge for 3 days with the trial, after which the billing cycle begins. Subscriptions can be canceled anytime under your App Subscription management in Settings. By utilizing MCAT AI, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Terms of use: https://cuffmediagroup.com/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://cuffmediagroup.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Mathcat4 screens
Medschool AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mathcat at 50% against Medschool AI's 0%. Mathcat also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months). Medschool AI's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 2.3). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Mathcat sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Medschool AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Medschool AI holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Mathcat's written reviews are positive against 0% of Medschool AI's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mathcat ships an update every 2 weeks, Medschool AI every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mathcat versus Medschool AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathcatMedschool AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHappy Cyclops, LLCRenaissance Apps LLC

Customer experience

Mathcat

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Medschool AI

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Mathcat

One-time4
  • Premium - 1 week$1.99
  • Premium Access - 1 month$4.99
  • Premium Access - 3 months$7.99
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  • Premium Access - 1 year$9.99
2 purchases

Medschool AI

Subscriptions2
  • MCAT Answers - Weekly Sub3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • MCAT AI Answers - Yearly Sub$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Mathcat free?
Mathcat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Medschool AI free?
Medschool AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mathcat or Medschool AI?
Medschool AI is rated higher. Mathcat averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Medschool AI averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Mathcat or Medschool AI have ads?
Medschool AI shows ads; Mathcat does not.
Which is updated more often, Mathcat or Medschool AI?
Mathcat ships an update every 2 weeks, and Medschool AI every 7 months. Most recently, Mathcat was updated on October 24, 2026 and Medschool AI on September 19, 2026.

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