Derivative vs MathFlash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Derivative
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The DerivativeCalculus is a simple but elegant app to find the derivatives of complex multivariable functions. You can find the partial derivatives of a multivariate function and share it with others or save it locally. You can create a beautiful high quality partial derivative tree and share it with others or save it locally. Derivatives are shown in beautifully written mathematical expression It automatically saves your hard work locally on your device so you can come back and pick up from where you left off as your great effort will not be lost. This app also has a Study page to help you learn important differentiation rules like, product rule, chain rule, quotient rule, ect. This app is perfect for students learning calculus. Sharpen you brain by using this app and learning about the calculus. This is an app for all student groups. From high school to college to university students. Be creative. Enjoy the app!
MathFlash
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Master mathematics from Grade 9 to University with MathFlash — the offline-first flashcard app that uses spaced repetition to help you remember formulas, solve problems, and ace your exams. SMART STUDY, NOT HARD STUDY MathFlash uses the proven SM-2 spaced repetition algorithm to show you cards at the perfect time. Cards you know well appear less often. Cards you struggle with come back sooner. The result: you learn faster and forget less. 1,939 FLASHCARDS ACROSS 7 TIERS • Foundation (Grade 9–10): Algebra, Geometry, Probability, Sets, Logic • Intermediate (Grade 11–12): Trigonometry, Sequences, Logarithms, Statistics • Advanced (Pre-University): Calculus, Vectors, Complex Numbers, Matrices • University: PDEs, Fourier Series, Abstract Algebra, Measure Theory • Programmer's Math: Boolean Algebra, Graph Theory, Automata, Combinatorics • Algorithms & Complexity: Big-O, Dynamic Programming, P vs NP • Applied Engineering: Laplace Transforms, Control Systems, Numerical Methods 34 INTERNATIONAL EXAM CURRICULA Each exam shows only the topics relevant to your syllabus: • Ethiopian National Exam (Grade 10 & 12) • GCSE & A-Level Mathematics (UK) • CBSE Class 9–12 (India) • SAT / ACT Math (US) • IB Mathematics SL & HL • KCSE & O-Level (East Africa) • JEE Main, GRE, GMAT & more STUDY YOUR WAY • Study Now — one tap to review all due cards across every subject • Favorites — heart any card and study your saved collection • Daily Challenge — 3 random cards daily with XP streak bonus • Tags — organize cards as "Review Again", "Exam Week", "Weak Area" • Scratch Pad — draw and work out problems right on the card BEAUTIFUL MATH RENDERING LaTeX formulas rendered as clean, readable mathematics. Fractions, square roots, matrices, Greek letters, and hundreds of mathematical symbols displayed beautifully on every card. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • XP system with 8 levels from Arithmetic Apprentice to Math Legend • Daily streaks and achievement badges • Retention rate and weak area identification • 7-day forecast of upcoming due cards • Progress percentage on every tier, exam, subject, and deck WORKS 100% OFFLINE All 1,939 cards are bundled in the app. No internet required to study. Your progress syncs to the cloud when you're online so you never lose your data. PERSONALIZE EVERYTHING • Light, Dark, or System theme • Adjustable font size for formulas • Card flip animation (flip, slide, fade, or none) • Color blind mode • Haptic feedback, screen wake lock, shuffle mode • Daily goal and reminder notifications Built for students in Ethiopia, East Africa, and around the world. Study anywhere, anytime — even without internet.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MathFlash at Free against Derivative's $1.99. On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
MathFlash is free to download; Derivative costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Derivative | MathFlash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Om Prakash Chapagain | Haileslassie Lilay Desalegn |
In-app purchases
Derivative
No in-app purchases
MathFlash
No in-app purchases









