# Pic Answer vs Coursology

Pic Answer and Coursology both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of Pic Answer's written reviews are positive against 16% of Coursology's. Pic Answer also leads on ads (none vs shown). Coursology's advantage is chart position (#195 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pic Answer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Coursology sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. 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 Pic Answer against 4.8 for Coursology. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.5K and 4.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Pic Answer's written reviews are positive against 16% of Coursology's.

Pic Answer ships an update fortnightly, Coursology every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pic Answer | Coursology |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-answer-ai-solver/id1669210256/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coursology-learn-anything/id6451455173/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3.5K | **4.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.9% of reviews** | 15.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#195** |
| Size | 131 MB | 135 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tech Consolidated Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456368641) | [Coursology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698392817) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Coursology

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coursology-learn-anything/id6451455173)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Instantly solve homework problems by taking a photo. Get detailed, step-by-step explanations for subjects like math, science, and history. Also features an AI notetaker and personalized chat support to help you understand complex topics better.

**Highlights:** AI homework solver, Photo-based problem solving, Step-by-step explanations, AI notetaker for lectures, Personalized AI chat support, Multi-subject support

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coursology Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Coursology Pro (Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Coursology Pro (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Coursology Pro (Monthly) | $21.99 | per month |
| Coursology Pro (Monthly) | $21.99 | per month |
| Coursology Pro (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| Coursology Pro (Yearly) | $59.99 | per year |
| Coursology Pro (Yearly) | $64.99 | per year |
| Coursology Pro (Yearly) | $149.99 | per year |
| Coursology Pro (Yearly) | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Partially correct sometimes
- 👍 Good for last minute needs
- 👍 Perfect
- 👍 Ease of use
- 👍 Helpful for specific classes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Inaccurate answers
- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 🚫 Paywall for core features
- 🚫 Forced to write reviews

**Reported bugs**

- Picture scanner not working
- App not functioning after update
- Black screen issue
- Frequent crashes

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improve accuracy of answers
- Provide more free features
- Improve customer support
- Enhance scanning and input capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pic Answer free?

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

### Is Coursology free?

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

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

Coursology is rated higher. Pic Answer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while Coursology averages 4.8 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do Pic Answer or Coursology have ads?

Coursology shows ads; Pic Answer does not.

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

Pic Answer ships an update fortnightly, and Coursology every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pic Answer was updated on October 25, 2026 and Coursology on October 25, 2026.

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