Comparison

Mathway vs Brainly

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

Brainly

This app provides 24/7 on-demand tutoring for K-12 students in subjects like math, science, and English. It combines human tutors with AI support to offer step-by-step explanations for homework and test preparation, aiming for guaranteed grade improvement.

Highlights
  • 24/7 on-demand tutoring
  • Human tutors and AI support
  • Step-by-step explanations
  • Homework help
  • Test preparation
  • Math, science, English support
  • K-12 coverage
Features
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Your kid deserves a personal tutor. Now they have one. Brainly gives your child one-on-one tutoring support in math, reading, science, and more — available 24/7, no scheduling required. Whether they're falling behind, prepping for a test, or just need help with tonight's homework, Brainly is there. Real human tutors. Smart AI. One app that actually works. Why parents choose Brainly: — Guaranteed Results See real grade improvement in four weeks — or we'll make it right. — Human Tutors + AI Support Your child gets help from real, qualified tutors backed by AI — not a chatbot pretending to teach. Every interaction is monitored and 100% kid-safe. — 100% Money-Back Guarantee Not satisfied? Full refund within 30 days. No questions asked. What your child gets: — Homework Help Stuck on a problem? Snap a photo or type it in. Step-by-step explanations help them actually understand the material — not just get the answer. — Test Prep From weekly quizzes to final exams, Brainly helps your child study smarter with personalized practice and guided review. — Math Support Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus — no equation is too tough. Scan any math problem for a clear, step-by-step walkthrough. — Every Subject, Every Grade Math, science, history, English, and more. K-12 coverage that grows with your child. Trusted by 15+ million parents. Join families around the world who've made Brainly their go-to tutor. Less than a dollar a day for unlimited access. Access to Brainly is free with limited features. Upgrade to Brainly Tutor for the full experience including live human tutors. Get updates from us: — Instagram @brainly — Facebook @brainlygroup — TikTok @brainly Need help? https://brainly.com/contact | contact@brainly.com Terms of use: https://brainly.com/pages/terms_of_use Privacy policy: https://brainly.com/pages/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Mathway4 screens
Brainly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Brainly at weekly against Mathway's every 4 weeks. Mathway's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

Both are free to download. Mathway sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Brainly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mathway holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 425K and 284K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of Mathway's written reviews are positive against 55% of Brainly's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mathway ships an update every 4 weeks, Brainly weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Mathway versus Brainly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathwayBrainly
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (425K ratings) — better4.7 (284K ratings)
Positive reviews50.6% of reviews55.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings425K — better284K
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#106#92 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB207 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperChegg, Inc.Brainly sp. z o o

Customer experience

Mathway

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

Brainly

All ratings284,080 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews1,591 reviews
Positive55.1%
Neutral6.9%
Negative38.0%

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

Brainly

From 284K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
  • 👍 Detailed step-by-step explanations
  • 👍 Responsive community of users
  • 👍 Useful for various subjects

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
  • 💰 Paywall for full access and tutoring
  • 🤖 Inaccurate or irrelevant answers from some users
  • 🤖 Moderation issues with inappropriate content
  • 🤖 Difficulty canceling subscriptions

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

Brainly

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashing or freezing
  • Issues with login and account management
  • Problems with uploading images and scanning questions
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to delete or edit questions and answers
  • Option to sort questions by grade level
  • Improved notification system
  • Better integration between app and website
  • More effective moderation and content control

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
9 purchases

Brainly

Subscriptions9
  • Brainly Plus, Monthly3 variants$2.001 Month
  • Brainly Plus, Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Brainly Plus, Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Brainly Plus, Semi-annual$13.496 Months
  • Brainly Plus, Annual2 variants$15.001 Year
  • Brainly Plus, Annual$16.991 Year
  • Brainly Tutor, Monthly7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Brainly Plus, Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Brainly Tutor, Annual7 Days trial$95.991 Year

Questions

Is Mathway free?
Mathway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Brainly free?
Brainly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mathway or Brainly?
Mathway is rated higher. Mathway averages 4.9 out of 5 from 425K ratings, while Brainly averages 4.7 from 284K ratings.
Do Mathway or Brainly have ads?
Both Mathway and Brainly show ads.
Which is updated more often, Mathway or Brainly?
Mathway ships an update every 4 weeks, and Brainly weekly. Most recently, Mathway was updated on September 24, 2026 and Brainly on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Mathway or Brainly?
Mathway currently peaks at #106 in the App Store charts, and Brainly at #92. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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