Comparison

Quick Graph vs Mathway

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

Head to head
About

Quick Graph

This powerful graphing calculator leverages multitouch displays for 2D and 3D equation visualization. It supports various coordinate systems and offers features like equation editing, evaluation, and a library for storing common formulas. Advanced features are available through an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • 2D and 3D graphing
  • Multiple coordinate systems
  • Equation evaluation
  • Equation library
  • Copy/email/save graphs
  • Implicit and inequality graphing (advanced)
Features
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It is a powerful, high-quality graphing calculator that takes full advantage of the multitouch display and the powerful graphing capabilities of the iPad and iPhone, both in 2D and 3D. "The app you need to survive the next semester." -- Gizmodo A simple yet intuitive interface makes it easy to enter and/or edit equations and visualize them in mathematical notation. It's capable of displaying explicit and implicit (opt) equations as well as inequalities (opt) in both 2D and 3D, in all standard coordinate systems: cartesian, polar, spherical, and cylindrical, all with fantastic speed and beautiful results, which can be copied, emailed or saved to the photo library. It also includes an evaluation feature to evaluate equations at specific points and a library where you can store commonly used equations. Up to 6 equations can be visualized simultaneously in both 2D and 3D modes; this limitation can be removed by purchasing the advanced feature set. Features: - Enhanced 2D - 3D plotting mode for great hi-res graphics. - Adaptive 2D algorithms. - Hyperbolic and Inverse functions. - Functions such as Min, Max, if. - Configurable axis decimal / π - Independent 2D zoom - Support for cartesian, polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems. - Interactive expression evaluation. - Library for commonly used equations. - Swipe to delete equations from the equation list. - Save to photo library. - Copy to clipboard. - Turn graphs on/off - Drag to rotate - move. The advanced feature set gives you access to: - External screen support - 2D tracing. - 2D and 3D implicit graphs. - 2D and 3D inequalities. - Roots and Intersections (2D) - Value Table - More features to come! Please visit the website for more details.

About

Mathway

Solve math problems instantly by taking a photo or typing your question. Get step-by-step solutions for algebra, graphing, calculus, and more. Understand complex math concepts with unlimited access to answers.

Highlights
  • Math problem solver
  • Homework scanner
  • Step-by-step solutions
  • Algebra solver
  • Graphing calculator
  • Calculus solver
Features
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Mathway is the world’s smartest math calculator for algebra, graphing, calculus and more! Mathway gives you unlimited access to math solutions that can help you understand complex concepts. Simply point your camera and snap a photo or type your math homework question for step-by-step answers. If a premium subscription option is selected: • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, at the same monthly or annual rate selected at the beginning of the subscription • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase Terms of Use: https://www.mathway.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.mathway.com/privacy

Screenshots

Quick Graph4 screens
Mathway4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Quick Graph at 94% against Mathway's 51%. Quick Graph also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Mathway's advantage is ratings volume (425K vs 405) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. Quick Graph sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mathway sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mathway holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mathway has 425K ratings behind it against 405, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of Quick Graph's written reviews are positive against 51% of Mathway's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quick Graph ships an update every 3 months, Mathway every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Quick Graph versus Mathway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuick GraphMathway
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (405 ratings)4.9 (425K ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.6% of reviews — better50.6% of reviews
Number of ratings405425K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#99 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKZ LabsChegg, Inc.

Customer experience

Quick Graph

All ratings405 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews1,304 reviews
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.1%

Mathway

All ratings424,600 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews540 reviews
Positive50.6%
Neutral5.6%
Negative43.9%

User reviews

Quick Graph

From 405 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Beautiful display
  • 🚀 Quick and straightforward equations entry
  • 🚀 Configurable axes and easy translation
  • 👍 Wonderful and beautiful app
  • 👍 Long tradition of working well

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Can't really graph polar
  • 🐛 Redesign stinks
  • 🐛 Few options for tablet version
  • 🐛 Confusing design
  • 🐛 Horrible manual

Mathway

From 425K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Reliable and accurate
  • 👍 Helpful for math homework and studying
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Explains step-by-step solutions
  • 👍 Supports wide range of math topics

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription required for full features
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty cropping/uploading photos
  • 🔍 Limited free features, paywall

Bugs and requests

Quick Graph

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when trying to save to photos
  • Equations not visible when projecting to external display
  • Incorrect rendering of some functions like y=tan(x)*x
  • Degradation in 3D plot quality when zooming out
  • Equations not working as expected for simple cases like x+y=0

Requested features

25 requests
  • Display 3D surface with variable opacity or as wireframe
  • Ability to define and display functions over a certain interval
  • Ability to define and display parametric equations
  • Ability to move cursor around within a function while typing
  • Ability to animate equations with a parameter
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  • Ability to graph complex functions
  • Ability to graph vector fields and slope fields
  • Ability to graph parametric surfaces
  • Ability to add vectors of given magnitude and direction
  • Ability to add points in space using different coordinate systems
  • Ability to add text labels in 3D space
  • Ability to select and remove parts of 3D surfaces
  • Ability to sum n terms of series
  • Ability to graph inequalities
  • Ability to graph Euler's formula
  • Ability to identify coordinates of intersections and zeroes
  • Ability to move and rotate the 3D axes
  • Ability to change line weight and style for each function
  • Ability to define and display functions in polar coordinates
  • Ability to graph complex functions in the complex plane
  • Ability to graph parametric equations in 3D
  • Ability to graph vector fields
  • Ability to display equations of asymptotes or tangents on polar graphs
  • Ability to change the window/domain and range of the graph
  • Ability to change the frequency of points calculated

Mathway

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Camera issues, unable to focus on problems
  • Subscription issues, unable to access paid features

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to copy/paste equations
  • Improved free version with step-by-step solutions

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Quick Graph

One-time1
  • Advanced Features$1.99
8 purchases

Mathway

Subscriptions8
  • Steps (Monthly)3 variants$9.991 Month
  • Steps (Monthly)3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Steps (Monthly)7 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Month
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  • Steps (Monthly)$19.991 Month
  • Steps (Annual)$39.991 Year
  • Steps (Annual)3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Steps (Annual)7 Days trial2 variants$39.991 Year
  • Steps (Annual)$79.991 Year

Questions

Is Quick Graph free?
Quick Graph is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mathway free?
Mathway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Quick Graph or Mathway?
Mathway is rated higher. Quick Graph averages 4.6 out of 5 from 405 ratings, while Mathway averages 4.9 from 425K ratings.
Do Quick Graph or Mathway have ads?
Mathway shows ads; Quick Graph does not.
Which is updated more often, Quick Graph or Mathway?
Quick Graph ships an update every 3 months, and Mathway every 4 weeks. Most recently, Quick Graph was updated on September 17, 2026 and Mathway on September 24, 2026.

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