Comparison

Mathway vs GraphNCalc83

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Math problem solver
  • Homework scanner
  • Step-by-step solutions
  • Algebra solver
  • Graphing calculator
  • Calculus solver
Features
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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

About

GraphNCalc83

This app offers a powerful graphing calculator experience with touch-based input for enhanced interaction. It supports natural textbook notation, advanced math functions, and various plotting capabilities. Users can also utilize its programming features and built-in tools like unit conversion and a periodic table.

Highlights
  • Touch-based graphing and editing
  • Natural textbook notation input
  • Advanced math and statistical functions
  • Parametric, polar, and f(x,y) equation graphing
  • BASIC programming with fast execution
  • Unit converter and physical constants
  • Interactive periodic table
Features
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GraphNCalc83 uses touch, color and blazing speed to handle your math problems. The familiar calculator keyboard, arrow keys and functions are enhanced with full touch input for all graphs, editors and menus. Enter calculations in natural textbook format. Enter fractions and view result as fractions. Trace graphs with your finger. Zoom in and out with a pinch. Explore regressions with a tap on the screen. Scroll through the list, matrix and calculation history with a swipe. Tap the ? key for help. Written using the latest 64 bit math libraries, GraphNCalc83 harnesses the amazing computing resources of the iPhone and iPad to provide a colorful, fast and fluid experience. Graphs scroll, glide and zoom smoothly. Matrix, statistics and BASIC programs run 500x times faster than traditional calculators. GraphNCalc83 includes: Algebraic entry: Enter problems using full algebraic textbook notation. The command line editor includes interactive parenthesis matching and high lighting, undo and redo, bubble function help and a 200 level calculation history and recall stack. Generate a PDF report of calculations for mailing or printing using the SEND function. Math functions: Trigonometry, logarithms, function minimum, maximum, numeric integration and derivatives, general solver, real and imaginary numbers, combination, permutation, random number generation, normal, T, chi squared, Fisher, poisson and geometric distributions, binary shift and rotate, test and logic operations, list operations including sort, std. deviation, sum, sequence, matrix determinant, transpose, sum, ref, rref, addition, multiplication. Graph functions, parametric, f(x,y) and polar equations and statistics plots: Full color graphs with touch to trace, pinch zoom, function minimum, maximum, intersections, asymptotes and numeric integration. Output graphs in high resolution PDF format for mailing or printing. Interactively explore function behavior using variables tied to slider bars. Statistics, Inferential Statistics and Distributions: A set of inferential statistics worksheets and graphs of distributions are included. The regression analysis screen allows you to quickly compute, view and analyze a data set using a variety of curve fitting methods. Table: Analyze functions using the table viewer. Use the split screen mode to simultaneously view a graph and table. Matrix and Lists: Matrix and list editors and a full set of matrix and list operations are built in. Unit Converter and Constants: Convert between a wide variety of scientific, engineering and common units. A large set of physical constants are also included. BASIC programming: Create, edit, debug and run BASIC programs. Programs run more than 500 times faster than traditional calculators. Import and execute .83p and .8xp files. Chemistry: The calculator includes a full featured periodic table, a mass calculator and a data base of element properties. The touch interface allows you to view and interact with the periodic table to view by series, state, melting point, boiling point, electronegativity, electron affinity, valence, ionization, radius, hardness, modulus, density, conductivity, heat and year discovered. Geometry: The geometry application computes perimeter and area for a variety of 2d geometric figures including squares, rectangles, parallelograms, triangles, polygons, circles, arcs and ellipses. A full triangle solver and interactive unit circle grapher are built in. Solve line intersections, project a point to a line and find a circle given 3 points. Finance: Compute time value of money problems including annuities, lump sums and uneven cash flow analysis with IRR and NPV Built-in user guide: A user guide is included and is a touch away using the ? key or ⓘ on any menu. All functions have a full manual page with description of arguments and examples of use. Pop up bubble help displays function arguments during problem entry and program editing.

Screenshots

Mathway4 screens
GraphNCalc834 screens

Verdict

The call

Mathway and GraphNCalc83 both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 98% of GraphNCalc83's written reviews are positive against 51% of Mathway's. GraphNCalc83 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). Mathway's advantage is price (Free vs $12.99) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months). On rating and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Mathway is free to download; GraphNCalc83 costs $12.99 up front. Mathway sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. GraphNCalc83 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Mathway against 4.9 for GraphNCalc83. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mathway has 425K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 51% of Mathway's written reviews are positive against 98% of GraphNCalc83's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mathway ships an update every 4 weeks, GraphNCalc83 every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Mathway versus GraphNCalc83: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathwayGraphNCalc83
PriceFree — better$12.99
Rating4.9 (425K ratings)4.9 (4K ratings)
Positive reviews50.6% of reviews98.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings425K — better4K
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#107#27 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChegg, Inc.Ernest Brock

Customer experience

Mathway

All ratings424,600 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews540 reviews
Positive50.6%
Neutral5.6%
Negative43.9%

GraphNCalc83

All ratings4,033 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews270 reviews
Positive98.1%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.7%

User reviews

Mathway

From 425K App Store ratings

What 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

GraphNCalc83

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Familiar TI-83/84 calculator interface
  • 🚀 Powerful and feature-rich
  • 💡 Touchscreen enhancements like zooming and tracing
  • 👍 Convenient to have a graphing calculator on your phone
  • 👍 Frequent updates and great developer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with graph rendering and zooming
  • ⚠️ Not allowed to use on tests/exams like physical calculators

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

GraphNCalc83

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior when scrolling through calculation history

Requested features

3 requests
  • Dark mode or customizable themes
  • More advanced programming and scripting capabilities
  • Support for additional calculator models (e.g., TI-89)

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Mathway

Subscriptions8
  • 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
None

GraphNCalc83

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mathway free?
Mathway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GraphNCalc83 free?
GraphNCalc83 costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mathway or GraphNCalc83?
Mathway and GraphNCalc83 are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 425K and 4K ratings respectively.
Do Mathway or GraphNCalc83 have ads?
Mathway shows ads; GraphNCalc83 does not.
Which is updated more often, Mathway or GraphNCalc83?
Mathway ships an update every 4 weeks, and GraphNCalc83 every 5 months. Most recently, Mathway was updated on September 24, 2026 and GraphNCalc83 on September 22, 2026.
Which is more popular, Mathway or GraphNCalc83?
Mathway currently peaks at #107 in the App Store charts, and GraphNCalc83 at #27. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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