Mathway vs PhotoMath Solver AI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Math problem solver
- Homework scanner
- Step-by-step solutions
- Algebra solver
- Graphing calculator
- Calculus solver
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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
PhotoMath Solver AI
Instantly solve and learn any math problem by taking a photo. Get step-by-step solutions and clear explanations for algebra, calculus, and more. This AI-powered tutor helps students of all levels understand math concepts better and faster.
- Photo math problem solver
- Step-by-step AI explanations
- Handles typed and handwritten problems
- Supports all math levels
- History for saved problems
- Export solutions as PDF
- Graph plotting
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MathBox – Your AI Math Tutor for Students MathBox is a personal AI tutor that helps you understand math, not just memorize it. Take a photo of any math problem—typed or handwritten—and get a clear, step-by-step walkthrough with explanations designed to teach you the method. Whether you're learning algebra, calculus, or basic arithmetic, MathBox guides you through each topic so you build real understanding. Built for students of all levels, MathBox turns your phone into a 24/7 learning companion. Use it to review classwork, prepare for exams, study new topics, or finally make sense of that one subject you've struggled with. Why Students Learn with MathBox: * Photo a math problem and walk through it step by step * Detailed explanations written by advanced math AI tutors * Works with typed or handwritten problems * Supports all levels: elementary, middle school, high school, and college * Save and review past lessons in your History * Export walkthroughs as PDF for study notes Topics Covered: * Basic Math: Arithmetic, fractions, decimals, factors, powers, roots * Algebra: Linear & quadratic equations, inequalities, systems, graphs * Geometry: Angles, shapes, theorems, coordinate geometry * Calculus: Limits, derivatives, integrals * And many more... Extra Features: * Works with camera and photo library * Graph plotting and visual explanations * Clean interface for distraction-free learning Premium Upgrade: Upgrade to MathBox Premium for full step-by-step lessons, detailed explanations, and an ad-free learning experience. Subscription Options: * Weekly or monthly plans * Cancel anytime in your Apple account settings MathBox is the smarter way to learn math. Understand better. Study with confidence. Privacy Policy: https://boxmath.co/privacy_policy.html Terms and Conditions: https://boxmath.co/terms_and_conditions.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mathway at 4.9 against PhotoMath Solver AI's 4.4. Mathway also leads on ratings volume (425K vs 13K) and chart position (#107 vs unranked). PhotoMath Solver AI's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Mathway sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and PhotoMath Solver AI sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Mathway holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mathway has 425K ratings behind it against 13K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of Mathway's written reviews are positive against 55% of PhotoMath Solver AI's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Mathway ships an update every 4 weeks, PhotoMath Solver AI every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Mathway | PhotoMath Solver AI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (425K ratings) — better | 4.4 (13K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.6% of reviews | 54.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 425K — better | 13K |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #107 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 82 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chegg, Inc. | RLAM FZCO |
Customer experience
Mathway
PhotoMath Solver AI
User reviews
Mathway
From 425K App Store ratingsWhat 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
PhotoMath Solver AI
From 13K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Helpful for solving math problems
- 🚀 Provides step-by-step solutions
- 💡 Useful for online/self-learning students
Room to improve
- 🐛 Inconsistent accuracy in solutions
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Issues with restoring purchases and accessing content
Bugs and requests
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
PhotoMath Solver AI
Reported bugs
3 issues- Camera issues leading to poor image quality
- Repeated prompts to leave a review
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
Requested features
3 requests- Show step-by-step work instead of just the answer
- Support for more advanced math concepts like calculus
- Ability to input text-based word problems
In-app purchases
Mathway
- 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
PhotoMath Solver AI
- Math Scanner Algera Solver$4.497 Days
- Math Homework Solver 1 week$4.997 Days
- Math Solver App 1 week$5.997 Days
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- Math Physics Science AI Solver$5.997 Days
- Math Homework Solver Discount$6.997 Days
- Math Homework Solver 1W7 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Math Homework Solver 3 months$14.993 Months
- Math Homework Solution 1 month1 Month trial$17.991 Month
- Math AI Help 1 Year - Discount$29.991 Year
- Math Homework Solution 1 year$69.991 Year
- Math Homework Solver Unlimited$39.99
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