# Calculator ∞ vs Photomath

The clearest difference is price: Photomath at Free against Calculator ∞'s $5.99. Photomath also leads on ratings volume (733K vs 6.3K) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). Calculator ∞'s advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 51%) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 14.0). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Photomath is free to download; Calculator ∞ costs $5.99 up front. Calculator ∞ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and Photomath sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Calculator ∞ against 4.8 for Photomath. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photomath has 733K ratings behind it against 6.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Calculator ∞'s written reviews are positive against 51% of Photomath's.

Calculator ∞ ships an update every 2 months, Photomath monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calculator ∞ | Photomath |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (6.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator/id458535809/reviews) | **[4.8 (733K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath/id919087726/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6.3K | **733K** |
| Positive reviews | **74.7% of reviews** | 51.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #110 | **#32** |
| Size | 46 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Incpt.Mobis](https://appshunter.io/developer/445261166) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### Calculator ∞

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator/id458535809)

**Currently charting:** #110 Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

This advanced calculator app offers a powerful math core and algebra engine for basic to complex calculations. It includes features like step-by-step solutions, handwriting recognition, and 2D graphing, making it suitable for students, engineers, and programmers.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step solution hints, Math Photos Solver, Handwriting Recognition, AI Math Problem Solver, 2D Graphing, Unit Converter, Matrix/Vector Mode

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited OCR/Writing 1 Month | $3.49 | per month |
| Unlimited OCR/Writing 3 Months | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| 400 AI Recognition & Queries | $0.99 | one-time |
| 900 AI Recognition & Queries | $1.99 | one-time |


### Photomath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath/id919087726)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Grossing · Education, #53 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

Scan any math problem to receive instant, step-by-step explanations and accurate solutions. This app breaks down complex problems into manageable steps, helping users understand the 'how' and 'why' of math. It supports a wide range of math topics, from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus.

**Highlights:** Scan math problems, Step-by-step explanations, Word problem solver, Interactive graphs, Multiple solution methods, Scientific calculator

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photomath Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| Photomath Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Photomath Plus | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Photomath Plus | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
- 👍 Provides step-by-step solutions and explanations
- 🤖 Accurate and reliable for solving equations
- 💡 Useful for checking work and learning from mistakes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for accessing step-by-step explanations
- 🔒 Concerns about using the app to cheat
- 🐛 Camera focusing issues and inability to solve certain problem types
- 💸 Expensive monthly subscription fee

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers or solutions provided for some problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices or operating systems

**Requested features**

- Support for word problems and more advanced math concepts
- Option to use front-facing camera for scanning
- Cheaper or one-time payment model instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calculator ∞ free?

Calculator ∞ costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Photomath free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Calculator ∞ or Photomath?

Photomath is rated higher. Calculator ∞ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while Photomath averages 4.8 from 733K ratings.

### Do Calculator ∞ or Photomath have ads?

Neither Calculator ∞ nor Photomath shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Calculator ∞ or Photomath?

Calculator ∞ ships an update every 2 months, and Photomath monthly. Most recently, Calculator ∞ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Photomath on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Calculator ∞ or Photomath?

Calculator ∞ currently peaks at #110 in the App Store charts, and Photomath at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*