Mathway vs The Math Solver App
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
The Math Solver App
Solve math problems by taking a photo of the equation. This app uses AI and machine learning to scan and solve complex calculations, convert units, and perform scientific formulas. It supports basic arithmetic to advanced calculus and geometry.
- Photo math problem solver
- AI and machine learning recognition
- Unit converter
- Scientific calculator
- History and bookmarked problems
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Learn & solve your maths problem with Camera, AI and Machine learning. Scan equations written on a paper or a board and solve it naturally using the smart app. Do complex calculations, convert units, with ease. Need help with your math homework? Having trouble solving a complicated equation or you just want to test how the technology has advanced. Math Answer Scanner does all of that for you & much more. Take a snap of your math problem and leave the rest for the Math Answer Scanner. Calculate scientific formulas, convert distance, area, volume, speed, time units. Or find or split your bill amount between friends, as quickly as you read. Freely solve basic arithmetic to advanced calculus and geometry. You CAN do math! KEY FEATURES - Take photo & solve math problems - History and bookmarked mathematical problems - Unit convertor - length, area, speed, temperature, power, time, volume, data, mileage - Multi-functional scientific calculator The math recognition software has been developed with never before accuracy. Get this math superpower for yourself NOW! Math Answer Scanner comes as a free version with limited options. Subscription Terms: Get Math Answer Scanner Premium – weekly subscription for $4.99 USD. OR monthly subscription (which comes with a 3-day free trial) for $9.99 USD. OR yearly subscription for $49.99 USD • Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. • Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. • Privacy Policy: https://mathaiappforphone.wixsite.com/mathai/privacy • Terms: https://mathaiappforphone.wixsite.com/mathai/tos If you have any questions or suggestions, Please contact us at mathaiappforphone@gmail.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Mathway at 4.9 against The Math Solver App's 3.8. Mathway also leads on ratings volume (425K vs 371) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). The Math Solver App's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 51%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 The Math Solver App sells 2 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 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mathway has 425K ratings behind it against 371, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of Mathway's written reviews are positive against 67% of The Math Solver App'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, The Math Solver App every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mathway | The Math Solver App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (425K ratings) — better | 3.8 (371 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.6% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 425K — better | 371 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #98 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 82 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chegg, Inc. | Gang Ji |
Customer experience
Mathway
The Math Solver App
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
The Math Solver App
From 371 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- ⚡ Smooth and fluent performance
- 🎯 Popular and widely used
- 💰 Good value and discount benefits
- 📱 Convenient mobile terminal experience
Room to improve
- 🐛 Camera/photo capture not working
- 💸 Unexpected paywall after free trial
- 📺 Excessive ads interrupting usage
- ❌ Incorrect mathematical calculations
- 🚫 Limited functionality for complex problems
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
The Math Solver App
Reported bugs
6 issues- Photo capture functionality not operational
- Incorrect calculation results (e.g., 85x15=0, 8+8=6)
- Cannot solve operation formulas
- Fails on non-simple math problems
- Free trial popup appears repeatedly and cannot be skipped
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- App does not fully answer written problems
Requested features
3 requests- Support for fractions and complex operations
- Faster update cycles
- Improved math problem recognition
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
The Math Solver App
- Math Answer Scanner Plus Month3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Math Answer Scanner Plus: Year$49.991 Year
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