# Gauth vs Pic Answer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Gauth at 1.5M against Pic Answer's 3.4K. Gauth also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 56%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gauth sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Pic Answer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gauth holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gauth has 1.5M ratings behind it against 3.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Gauth's written reviews are positive against 56% of Pic Answer's.

Gauth ships an update every 10 days, Pic Answer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gauth | Pic Answer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gauth-ai-study-companion/id1542571008/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-answer-ai-solver/id1669210256/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5M** | 3.4K |
| Positive reviews | **76.9% of reviews** | 56.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | — |
| Size | 193 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GAUTHTECH PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542306983) | [Tech Consolidated Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456368641) |

## What reviewers say

### Gauth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gauth-ai-study-companion/id1542571008)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Education, #11 Top Grossing · Education, #103 Top Free (US App Store)

This AI-powered study companion provides instant, accurate answers and step-by-step explanations for all subjects. It offers a live AI tutor with voice and whiteboard capabilities, and can convert notes into quizzes and flashcards. Get help with homework, writing, and calculations from experts 24/7.

**Highlights:** AI-powered accurate answers with step-by-step explanations, AI Live Tutor with voice and whiteboard, AI Study Converter for quizzes and flashcards, Expert help available 24/7, Photo recognition for homework problems, Study toolbox with reading, writing, and calculator tools

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly - 3-Day Free Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Free Trial（only for newuser) | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly - Win Back Offer | $11.99 | per month |
| Gauth PLUS - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Gauth PLUS | $11.99 | per month |
| Free Trial PLUS | $21.99 | per 2 months |
| Quarterly - Special Discount | $26.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly - 2022 Back-to-School | $31.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly - 2022 (for new users) | $31.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly - 3-Day Free Trial | $31.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual - 3Day Trial (Special Offer) | $49.99 | per year |
| Free Trial PLUS | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual - 3-Day Free Trial | $99.99 | per year |
| Ticket Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| points | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Package | $10.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Package | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
- 🚀 Provides step-by-step explanations
- 🚀 Accurate answers most of the time
- 👍 Free to use with optional premium features
- 👍 Covers a wide range of subjects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate answers at times
- 🐛 Tutors sometimes provide wrong or irrelevant responses
- 🔒 Paywall for advanced features and tutoring
- ⏱️ Slow response times from tutors
- 🤖 Robotic or generic responses from AI

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes occasionally
- Issues with scanning and uploading images
- Inconsistent performance across different devices

**Requested features**

- Add a built-in calculator feature
- Improve the camera quality and scanning capabilities
- Provide more detailed explanations for complex problems
- Increase the number of free tickets or make them easier to earn
- Allow users to rate and provide feedback on tutors


### Pic Answer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-answer-ai-solver/id1669210256)

This application uses AI to solve homework problems by analyzing photos. It offers instant solutions and interactive chat assistance across multiple academic subjects, aiming to deepen understanding of concepts.

**Highlights:** AI-powered photo scanner for problem solving, Interactive AI chat for subject assistance, Instant accurate solutions, Comprehensive learning and concept explanation, User-friendly interface for all ages

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PA Weekly Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pic Answer Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PA Weekly, 3 days trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| PA Weekly, No Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| PA Monthly With Trial | $9.99 | per month |
| PA Monthly Trial | $14.99 | per month |
| PA Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PA 39.99 Yearly Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| PA Yearly With Trial | $69.99 | per year |
| Pic Answer Lifetime Purchase | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and accurate answers
- 👍 Helpful for homework and studying
- 💡 Explains step-by-step solutions
- 🎓 Improves grades and academic performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccurate answers
- 💰 Subscription/payment issues
- 🔄 Inconsistent performance after updates
- 🤔 Limited functionality in free version

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes when trying to solve questions
- Subscription continues to be charged even after cancellation
- Incorrect answers provided for simple math problems

**Requested features**

- Expand to more subject areas beyond math
- Improve camera quality for better image capture
- Add more detailed explanations for answers
- Provide a true free trial without limitations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gauth free?

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

### Is Pic Answer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gauth or Pic Answer?

Gauth is rated higher. Gauth averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5M ratings, while Pic Answer averages 4.6 from 3.4K ratings.

### Do Gauth or Pic Answer have ads?

Neither Gauth nor Pic Answer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gauth or Pic Answer?

Gauth ships an update every 10 days, and Pic Answer fortnightly. Most recently, Gauth was updated on September 24, 2026 and Pic Answer on September 22, 2026.

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