# iMathematics vs Math Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iMathematics at 73% against Math Scanner's 28%. Math Scanner's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.5) and ratings volume (454 vs 34). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iMathematics sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Math Scanner sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Math Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Scanner has 454 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of iMathematics's written reviews are positive against 28% of Math Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMathematics | Math Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imathematics-math-solver/id337535181/reviews) | **[4.2 (454 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-scanner/id1509447759/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **454** |
| Positive reviews | **72.8% of reviews** | 28.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 275 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Antonio Giarrusso](https://appshunter.io/developer/1433879699) | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) |

## What reviewers say

### iMathematics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imathematics-math-solver/id337535181)

This app offers AI-powered math problem-solving and interactive quizzes to help students study and improve their skills. It provides step-by-step solutions, covers over 70 math topics with clear explanations, and includes specialized calculators for various subjects.

**Highlights:** AI Assistant for step-by-step solutions, Interactive daily quizzes, Over 70 math topics with explanations, Specialized interactive calculators, Advanced search functionality, Daily practice exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Essential | $0.99 | per month |
| Quiz | $1.49 | per month |
| Lessons (1 Month) | $2.49 | per month |
| iMathematics PRO - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| iMathematics PRO Quarterly | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Essential | $7.99 | per year |
| Quiz | $11.99 | per year |
| Lessons | $16.49 | per year |
| iMathematics Pro - Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| Essential (Forever) | $26.99 | one-time |
| Quiz (Forever) | $41.99 | one-time |
| Lessons (Forever) | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Helps improve math skills
- 💡 Covers wide range of math topics
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and technical issues
- 💰 Limited free content, requires paid upgrade
- 📚 Lacks detailed explanations and examples
- 🤔 Not suitable for all grade levels

**Reported bugs**

- Top buttons not working in quizzes
- Crashes when trying to report issues
- Keyboard issues when answering questions

**Requested features**

- More interactive features like drawing tools
- Expanded content coverage beyond GCSE level
- Improved user interface and navigation


### Math Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-scanner/id1509447759)

Instantly solve math problems by scanning them with your camera. Get step-by-step solutions and save your scans for later. This app offers both free and premium features, with offline access and unlimited scans available through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Real-time scanning, Step-by-step explanations, Smart calculator input, Save scans to history, Offline scanning (Pro), Unlimited scans (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Solves equations
- 💡 Puts solutions in steps
- 👍 Sometimes useful

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calculator doesn't work
- 🐛 Gives wrong answers
- 🐛 Not solving problems
- 🐛 Says 'no solution'
- 🐛 Cannot access photos

**Reported bugs**

- Calculator malfunctions
- Incorrect answers provided
- App states 'no solution' incorrectly
- App crashes or kicks users out
- App fails to scan homework

**Requested features**

- Ability to solve word problems
- Access to photos for homework


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMathematics free?

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

### Is Math Scanner free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iMathematics or Math Scanner?

Math Scanner is rated higher. iMathematics averages 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Math Scanner averages 4.2 from 454 ratings.

### Do iMathematics or Math Scanner have ads?

Neither iMathematics nor Math Scanner shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*