# MathPad vs LaTeX Editor Tex Pro

The clearest difference is rating: LaTeX Editor Tex Pro at 4.8 against MathPad's 1.8. LaTeX Editor Tex Pro also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 18%) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 5). MathPad's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs paid) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MathPad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and LaTeX Editor Tex Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LaTeX Editor Tex Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LaTeX Editor Tex Pro has 1.6K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of MathPad's written reviews are positive against 51% of LaTeX Editor Tex Pro's.

MathPad ships an update every 6 weeks, LaTeX Editor Tex Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathPad | LaTeX Editor Tex Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathpad/id435087400/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/latex-editor-tex-pro/id1486802741/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 18.4% of reviews | **50.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Size | 6 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZurApps Research Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/369179442) | [Teleprompter LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/823066256) |

## What reviewers say

### MathPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathpad/id435087400)

Create professional-looking mathematical documents with ease. This app allows you to insert and format complex equations, geometric shapes, matrices, and text. It offers a specialized math keyboard and extensive sharing options.

**Highlights:** Automatic drawing and resizing of mathematical expressions, Editable geometric shapes with notations, Specialized math keyboard with shortcuts, Font size and color customization, iCloud synchronization for cross-device access, PDF export and email sharing, Secure document storage via ZurApps Vault

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PREMIUM Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| PREMIUM Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| MathPad MultiDocs | $99.99 | one-time |


### LaTeX Editor Tex Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/latex-editor-tex-pro/id1486802741)

Create and edit LaTeX documents on your iOS device. Compile your .tex files into PDFs with advanced features like syntax highlighting, line numbers, and autosave. Seamlessly sync files and export your work.

**Highlights:** File synchronization (Dropbox, Box, Drive), PdfTeX and LuaTex compilation, Syntax highlighting and line numbers, Autosave and error handling, PDF export to other apps or Files, Instant preview on iPad, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tex Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Tex Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for on-the-go work
- 🔓 Free and accessible

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compilation issues
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🐛 Loses user progress and edits
- 🐛 Slow performance and lag
- 🔌 Requires internet connection

**Reported bugs**

- Cursor jumping to end of document
- Compilation errors even with correct code
- Inability to open or import existing LaTeX files
- Previewer not updating with changes

**Requested features**

- Improved file management and integration with cloud storage
- Autocomplete and command suggestions
- Better support for LaTeX packages and external files
- Dedicated save button
- Offline mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathPad free?

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

### Is LaTeX Editor Tex Pro free?

LaTeX Editor Tex Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MathPad or LaTeX Editor Tex Pro?

LaTeX Editor Tex Pro is rated higher. MathPad averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while LaTeX Editor Tex Pro averages 4.8 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do MathPad or LaTeX Editor Tex Pro have ads?

Neither MathPad nor LaTeX Editor Tex Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MathPad or LaTeX Editor Tex Pro?

MathPad ships an update every 6 weeks, and LaTeX Editor Tex Pro every 2 months. Most recently, MathPad was updated on October 8, 2026 and LaTeX Editor Tex Pro on October 13, 2026.

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