# MathScribe vs SymEditor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MathScribe at 46% against SymEditor's 0%. MathScribe also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 11.0). SymEditor's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 1.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SymEditor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MathScribe asks for nothing beyond the download.

SymEditor holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of MathScribe's written reviews are positive against 0% of SymEditor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MathScribe ships an update every 3 months, SymEditor monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathScribe | SymEditor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathscribe/id520058883/reviews) | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symeditor-formula-editor/id1494664746/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | **46.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sakhatech Information Systems Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/377837903) | [Beijing Xingxinghai Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1144065046) |

## What reviewers say

### MathScribe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathscribe/id520058883)

This iPad application is a math editor designed to simplify mathematical tasks. It offers specialized keys for various mathematical inputs, the ability to draw complex symbols and shapes, and features for creating graphs and charts. Users can also export their work as PDFs or print it directly.

**Highlights:** Customized keys for arithmetic, trigonometric, and Greek input, Ability to draw mathematical symbols and geometrical shapes, Graph and chart creation using Core Plot framework, PDF creation and AirPrint functionality, Rich text formatting, Venn diagram drawing with patterned lines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SymEditor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symeditor-formula-editor/id1494664746)

This application provides a visual and interactive way to create complex mathematical and scientific formulas. It supports a wide range of symbols and functions, and allows for easy sharing and integration with document editing software.

**Highlights:** Interactive visual formula editing, Support for multiple symbols and functions, LaTeX, Png, Svg, and MathML export, Integration with Word and WPS, LaTeX command and code editing, System and hardware keyboard support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Half year membership | $9.49 | per 6 months |
| Year membership | $16.49 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathScribe free?

MathScribe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SymEditor free?

SymEditor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MathScribe or SymEditor?

SymEditor is rated higher. MathScribe averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SymEditor averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do MathScribe or SymEditor have ads?

Neither MathScribe nor SymEditor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MathScribe or SymEditor?

MathScribe ships an update every 3 months, and SymEditor monthly. Most recently, MathScribe was updated on September 30, 2026 and SymEditor on September 17, 2026.

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