# Quick Graph vs Mathway

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.

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.

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.

Quick Graph ships an update every 3 months, Mathway every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Quick Graph | Mathway |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (405 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-graph/id292412367/reviews) | **[4.9 (425K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathway-math-problem-solver/id467329677/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 405 | **425K** |
| Positive reviews | **93.6% of reviews** | 50.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#98** |
| Size | 3 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KZ Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1091008972) | [Chegg, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/385758166) |

## What reviewers say

### Quick Graph

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quick-graph/id292412367)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Features | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### Mathway

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathway-math-problem-solver/id467329677)

**Currently charting:** #98 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steps (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Steps (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Steps (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Steps (Monthly) | $19.99 | per month |
| Steps (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Steps (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Steps (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Steps (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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 25, 2026.

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