Comparison

GraphMath vs Vector Field

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

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About

GraphMath

This powerful graphing calculator visualizes complex mathematical functions in 2D and 3D. Explore Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates with animated graphs and detailed tables of points. It offers features like derivatives, integrals, and intersections for comprehensive mathematical analysis.

Highlights
  • 3D graphing (Cartesian, Cylindrical, Spherical)
  • 2D graphing (Cartesian, Polar, Parametric)
  • Animated graphs
  • Detailed point tables
  • Derivative and integral calculations
  • Intersection point finding
  • Undo/redo functionality
Features
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This graphing calculator is user friendly and powerful.  It is fully compatible with iOS 14 and 15, and mostly compatible with iOS 13 and Mac OS. Cartesian 3D Z = F (X, Y) functions:  ——————————————————— Graphs can be:  1. Drawn as surface, lines, or dots. 2. Drawn with or without perspective, and with different light and reflection settings. 3. Tilted up or down. 4. Rotated to any position. 5. Drawing is animated by either X, Y, or Z. Table of all points can be sorted by either X or Y. Cylindrical 3D Z = F (Θ, R) functions:  ——————————————————— Graphs can be:  1. Drawn as surface, lines, or dots. 2. Drawn with or without perspective, and with different light and reflection settings. 3. Tilted up or down. 4. Rotated to any position. 5. Drawing is animated by Θ, R, or Z. Table of all points can be sorted by either Θ or R. Spherical 3D R = F (Θ, Φ) functions:  ——————————————————— Graphs can be:  1. Drawn as surface, lines, or dots. 2. Drawn with or without perspective, and with different light and reflection settings. 3. Tilted up or down. 4. Rotated to any position. 5. Drawing is animated by either Θ or Φ. Table of all points can be sorted by Θ, Φ, or R. Cartesian 2D Y = F (X) functions:  ———————————————— Graph displays the following curves: 1. One or two Y = F (X) functions. 2. Derivative of the first function. 3. Integral of the first function as a shade and a curve.  Graph features:  1. Drawing is animated by X. 2. Clicking on the curves shows curve values, and finds closest point in the table. Tables: 1.  All function, integral, and derivative values. 2.  Zero intersections of first function. 3.  Intersections between first and second functions. Polar 2D R = F (Θ) functions: ———————————————  Graph displays the following curves: 1. One or two R = F (Θ) functions. 2. Integral of the first function as a shade and a curve. Graph features:  1. Drawing is animated by Θ.  2. Clicking on the curves shows curve values, and finds closest point in the table. Tables: 1.  Table of all function and integral values  2.  Table of zero intersections of first function. 3.  Table of intersections between first and second functions. Parametric 2D X = F1 (T), Y = F2 (T) functions: —————————————————————————  Graph features:  1. Drawing is animated by T.  2. Clicking on the curves shows T, X, and Y values, and finds them in the table. Table of all points. F (X, Y) = 0  equations: ———————————— Graph displays solutions as points. Clicking on the points shows X, and Y values, and finds them in the table. Table of all points. Common features: —————————— 1. List of previous entries. 2. List of preset entries. 3. Undo and redo buttons for formula entries. 4. Automatic correction of errors in function limits or steps are offered. 5. All function points can be saved to clipboard in a table format. 6. All function points can be displayed on corresponding graphs. 7. Control colors can be changed to black and white. 8. Link to Vectors and Planes 3D Geometry Guide App. 9. Link to Matrix Calculator Step by Step App. Common features of all images:  1. Animation frames can be frozen and moved back or forward. 2. Animation speed can be adjusted. 3. Zoom. 4. Scroll. 5. Save to Clipboard. 6. Save to Photos 7. Color picker. New functions and further UI improvements for our apps are coming! Developers hope to get feedback at graphmath@aol.com.

About

Vector Field

Visualize mathematical vector fields with animated particles in 2D, 3D, or spherical spaces. Input custom equations and adjust simulation parameters in real-time to explore dynamical systems and mathematical patterns interactively.

Highlights
  • 2D, 3D, and spherical vector field visualization
  • Customizable dx, dy, dz equations
  • Adjustable particle speed, density, and colors
  • Time-dependent field animation
  • Interactive 3D view rotation
  • Real-time rendering powered by Metal
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Vector Field lets you create and visualize mathematical vector fields with thousands of animated particles. Enter your own equations, adjust the simulation instantly, and watch how particles move through 2D, 3D, or spherical spaces. Whether you are studying differential equations, experimenting with dynamical systems, teaching vector calculus, or simply exploring mathematical patterns, Vector Field turns equations into interactive motion. Features: • Visualize vector fields in 2D, 3D, and on a sphere • Define custom dx, dy, and dz equations using x, y, z, and time t • Use built-in function presets or save your own • Adjust particle speed, density, lifetime, colors, and ranges • Animate time-dependent fields • Normalize vectors to focus on direction • Rotate 3D views interactively • Powered by Metal for smooth real-time rendering • Create, tweak, and discover vector fields directly from your device.

Screenshots

GraphMath4 screens
Vector Field4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GraphMath at 100% against Vector Field's 63%. GraphMath also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GraphMath holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of GraphMath's written reviews are positive against 63% of Vector Field's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GraphMath ships an update fortnightly, Vector Field every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GraphMath versus Vector Field: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGraphMathVector Field
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (12 ratings) — better4.5 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better6
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuri MorozovEliott Morgensztern

Customer experience

GraphMath

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Vector Field

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

None

GraphMath

No in-app purchases

None

Vector Field

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GraphMath free?
GraphMath is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vector Field free?
Vector Field is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GraphMath or Vector Field?
GraphMath is rated higher. GraphMath averages 5.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Vector Field averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.
Do GraphMath or Vector Field have ads?
Neither GraphMath nor Vector Field shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GraphMath or Vector Field?
GraphMath ships an update fortnightly, and Vector Field every 3 months. Most recently, GraphMath was updated on October 5, 2026 and Vector Field on October 4, 2026.

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