# Homework Helper vs Powers & Roots

The clearest difference is rating: Powers & Roots at 5.0 against Homework Helper's 3.6. Homework Helper's advantage is ratings volume (99 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Homework Helper sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Powers & Roots sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Powers & Roots holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Homework Helper has 99 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Homework Helper ships an update every 2 weeks, Powers & Roots every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Homework Helper | Powers & Roots |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homework-helper-math-answers/id1593719706/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powers-and-roots-advanced/id1628825849/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **99** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 105 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.4** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Novo Solutions Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551511641) | [Glindemann, Sennoun, Langer GbR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024972809) |

## What reviewers say

### Homework Helper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homework-helper-math-answers/id1593719706)

Instantly solve math problems and get step-by-step solutions by snapping a picture. This AI-powered tool also offers translation and grammar checking for language learning and essay polishing. It's your comprehensive study companion for academic success.

**Highlights:** AI-powered math problem scanner, Step-by-step solution explanations, Translation for over 30 languages, Grammar checking for essays, Covers algebra, calculus, geometry, and more, Instant homework help

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Math Answer Scanner | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium: Weekly (Discounted) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium: Weekly (Disc. Trial) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium: Weekly with Trial | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium: Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


### Powers & Roots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powers-and-roots-advanced/id1628825849)

Instantly solve math problems involving powers and roots, with complete step-by-step solutions. Prepare for exams and manage your calculations with helpful extras like learning videos and rule overviews. Everything is free to use, with optional purchases for high-volume users.

**Highlights:** Instant step-by-step math solutions, Powers and roots calculations, Add, multiply, and use parentheses, Manage and share solutions, Overview of calculation rules, Curated learning videos, Feedback on incorrect inputs

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| +30 User Tokens | $0.29 | one-time |
| +1 Convenience Token / 6h, max. +2 | $0.59 | one-time |
| +150 User Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| +2 Convenience Tokens / 6h, max. +4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| +300 User Tokens | $1.49 | one-time |
| +4 Convenience Tokens / 6h, max. +8 | $1.59 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Homework Helper free?

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

### Is Powers & Roots free?

Powers & Roots is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Homework Helper or Powers & Roots?

Powers & Roots is rated higher. Homework Helper averages 3.6 out of 5 from 99 ratings, while Powers & Roots averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Homework Helper or Powers & Roots have ads?

Neither Homework Helper nor Powers & Roots shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Homework Helper or Powers & Roots?

Homework Helper ships an update every 2 weeks, and Powers & Roots every 3 weeks. Most recently, Homework Helper was updated on November 3, 2026 and Powers & Roots on November 3, 2026.

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