Comparison

Paint vs Math Notes

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

Head to head
About

Paint

This application allows for the application of paint in various forms including solid, liquid, and aerosol suspensions. Users can explore different techniques to achieve desired practical or artistic results.

Highlights
  • Solid paint application
  • Liquid paint application
  • Aerosol paint suspension
  • Explore application techniques
  • Achieve practical results
  • Achieve artistic results
Features
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Paint can be applied as a solid, a gaseous suspension (aerosol) or a liquid. Techniques vary depending on the practical or artistic results desired.

About

Math Notes

This app offers a specialized keyboard and editor for creating and managing mathematical expressions. It supports LaTeX, real-time rendering, and various export formats, making it ideal for students and professionals alike.

Highlights
  • Innovative Math Keyboard
  • Multiple Math Symbols
  • Real-Time Rendering
  • LaTeX Support
  • Save and Share
  • Export Options (PDF, LaTeX, HTML, etc.)
  • PDF Reader and Editor
Features
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Math Notes is a math-focused editor for iPhone and iPad. Create interactive Math Notebooks where calculations, explanations, and graphs work together. Write equations with a dedicated math keyboard, work with math in Microsoft Word documents (.docx), add mathematical notes to PDFs, and create and compile LaTeX documents. Use AI to understand and solve mathematical content. It is designed for students, educators, researchers, engineers, scientists, architects, data analysts, finance professionals, and anyone who uses math to learn, plan, design, or solve problems. MATH NOTEBOOKS — CALCULATE AND EXPLORE • Combine text, equations, live calculations, and graphs on the same page • Define variables and functions, then reuse them in calculations below • Change a value and see dependent results and graphs update automatically • Add parameter sliders to explore how changing a variable affects your calculations and curves • Plot functions, compare curves, and inspect value tables • Work with fractions, trigonometry, linear and quadratic equations, derivatives, and integrals • Calculate with units and convert results • Add data tables, explore statistics, and fit a line to your measurements • Use Check My Work to verify supported algebraic steps and identify mistakes • Turn calculations into practice exercises and check your answers • Save reusable formula templates and export notebooks as PDF WRITE MATH NATURALLY • Use four dedicated keyboard layouts: numeric, symbols, alphabetic, and Greek letters • Long-press keys to reveal additional symbols and character variants • See equations and formulas rendered as you type • Work with everything from simple arithmetic to algebra, geometry, and calculus • Enter more than 800 supported LaTeX commands when you need precise notation MATH IN MICROSOFT WORD DOCUMENTS • Work with mathematical equations in Microsoft Word documents (.docx) directly in the app • Bring written explanations and math together in your documents LATEX AND PDF TOOLS • Create and edit LaTeX documents • Compile LaTeX directly to PDF on your device, then preview and share the result • Read and edit PDFs in the same app • Add notes containing mathematical equations with the PDF editor • Organize PDF libraries in unlimited folders and subfolders AI MATH ASSISTANT AND MAGIC LASSO • Ask the AI Math Assistant to solve problems, explain concepts, and help with mathematical work • Draw the Magic Lasso around a formula, equation, or other content in your document • Choose Explain, Solve, Check, or ask your own question about the selection • Save lassoed content as a clip for later MULTI-TAB WORKSPACE • Keep multiple documents and PDFs open in tabs • Switch between notes, references, and calculations without closing your work • Use a clear interface designed for different ages and experience levels EXPORT AND SHARE • Save your work and share it through other apps • Export documents as PDF, LaTeX, HTML, MathJSON, MathML, ASCII-Math, or image files • Use standard formats to keep your work compatible with other platforms Use Math Notes to work through problems, explore how formulas behave, take class notes, prepare research papers, or keep everyday calculations organized. Privacy Policy http://www.noteswriter.com/Kairoos_Privacy_Policy.html EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Paint2 screens
Math Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Math Notes at 3.6 against Paint's 2.4. Math Notes also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Paint's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (18% vs 0%). On price, ratings volume, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Paint sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Math Notes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Math Notes holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 21 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 18% of Paint's written reviews are positive against 0% of Math Notes's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paint ships an update monthly, Math Notes fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Paint versus Math Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaintMath Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (12 ratings)3.6 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1221 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB624 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrgajja Co LtdKairoos Solutions SL

Customer experience

Paint

All ratings12 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews177 reviews
Positive17.5%
Neutral10.7%
Negative71.8%

Math Notes

All ratings21 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Paint

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Drawings not saving properly
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • Laggy performance on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to load and edit photos
  • More color options and customization
  • Undo/redo functionality
  • Zoom and pan tools

Math Notes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Paint

One-time2
  • Small DrawPoint$0.99
  • Big DrawPoint$2.99
2 purchases

Math Notes

Subscriptions1
  • Math Notes Full Unlock with AI3 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Math Editor Full Upgrade$3.99

Questions

Is Paint free?
Paint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Math Notes free?
Math Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paint or Math Notes?
Math Notes is rated higher. Paint averages 2.4 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Math Notes averages 3.6 from 21 ratings.
Do Paint or Math Notes have ads?
Neither Paint nor Math Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paint or Math Notes?
Paint ships an update monthly, and Math Notes fortnightly. Most recently, Paint was updated on August 25, 2026 and Math Notes on September 25, 2026.

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