# Camera Math Solver vs GradeUp

The clearest difference is ads: GradeUp at none against Camera Math Solver's shown. GradeUp also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 68%). Camera Math Solver's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 242) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Camera Math Solver sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and GradeUp sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Camera Math Solver against 4.7 for GradeUp. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 242 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Camera Math Solver's written reviews are positive against 80% of GradeUp's.

Camera Math Solver ships an update every 3 weeks, GradeUp every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera Math Solver | GradeUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-math-solver-upstudy/id1532857459/reviews) | **[4.7 (242 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeup-homework-scanner/id1615750260/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 242 |
| Positive reviews | 67.5% of reviews | **80.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 104 MB | 151 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CRAZYSLOTH PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531440496) | [PIXELCELL.LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639061354) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-math-solver-upstudy/id1532857459)

Instantly solve academic questions by taking a photo. Get step-by-step explanations, ask follow-up questions, and receive writing assistance. Features include a math solver, AI tutor, and personalized learning sessions.

**Highlights:** Scan and solve academic questions, Step-by-step explanations, Math solver for various levels, AI and real tutor assistance, Writing and essay help, Customizable quizzes, Personalized daily learning

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CameraMath Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CameraMath Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| UpStudy Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Discount | $8.99 | per month |
| CameraMath Premium | $13.99 | per month |
| Secret Discount | $59.99 | per year |
| CameraMath Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| CameraMath Premium | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful and comprehensive
- 👍 Explains steps to solve problems
- 🤖 Accurate answers
- 💡 Useful for struggling students

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to unlock full features
- 🔍 Inconsistent problem recognition
- 🕰️ Slow response times from tutors
- 🤑 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers provided
- App crashes or freezes
- Issues with photo scanning

**Requested features**

- More free features without subscription
- Improved problem recognition
- Faster tutor response times
- Alternative solution steps
- Ability to edit/delete submitted problems


### GradeUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeup-homework-scanner/id1615750260)

This app uses AI to scan and organize homework and test papers. It can remove handwritten notes, solve math problems with step-by-step solutions, and organize incorrect answers for focused revision. It supports multiple subjects and allows exporting and printing scanned documents.

**Highlights:** AI-powered scanning, Handwriting removal, Step-by-step problem solutions, Organize incorrect answers, Multi-subject support, Export and print documents

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera Math Solver free?

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

### Is GradeUp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Camera Math Solver or GradeUp?

GradeUp is rated higher. Camera Math Solver averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while GradeUp averages 4.7 from 242 ratings.

### Do Camera Math Solver or GradeUp have ads?

Camera Math Solver shows ads; GradeUp does not.

### Which is updated more often, Camera Math Solver or GradeUp?

Camera Math Solver ships an update every 3 weeks, and GradeUp every 2 weeks. Most recently, Camera Math Solver was updated on October 21, 2026 and GradeUp on October 21, 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.*