WolframAlpha vs Maffs
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WolframAlpha
This app serves as a powerful computational knowledge engine for homework and research. It offers comprehensive support across numerous academic subjects, from math and physics to biology and economics. Unlock advanced features like step-by-step solutions and photo input for a more in-depth learning experience.
- Step-by-step solutions with hints
- Photo input for math problems
- Input Assistants for various subjects
- Thousands of covered domains
- Homework and exam preparation
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Get the WolframAlpha app, the ultimate tool for homework and research. Whether you're in high school or college, Wolfram|Alpha is the tool you need to stay ahead of the curve. You can prepare for exams; get help with homework; and learn, explore and test your skills. Famous for math and physics, Wolfram|Alpha is also a whiz at chemistry, biology, engineering, economics, astronomy, statistics and much more. Featuring: • Step-by-step solutions: With hints, intermediate steps and methods of solving • Photo input: You can now use your camera to input math problems • Input Assistants: Our most popular course, reference and professional assistants • Thousands of domains: The most extensive topic coverage available—with more continually added—to get you to answers faster Subscription Details: Become a Wolfram|Alpha Pro member to unlock step-by-step solutions, photo input, Input Assistants and more. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscription fees are $9.99 per month or up to $59.99 per year depending on your plan. You can manage your Wolfram|Alpha Pro subscription by visiting the iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a Wolfram|Alpha Pro subscription. Privacy policy: https://www.wolfram.com/legal/privacy/wolfram Terms of use: https://www.wolframalpha.com/termsofuse
Maffs
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Master calculus — one problem at a time. Maffs generates unlimited practice problems across three core calculus courses. Whether you're prepping for AP Calculus, acing your college final, or brushing up on fundamentals, Maffs gives you the focused repetition you need to build real problem-solving confidence. THREE COURSES, UNLIMITED PROBLEMS ▸ Limits Direct substitution, factoring, rationalization, trigonometric limits, limits at infinity, L'Hôpital's rule, and the squeeze theorem. ▸ Derivative Calculus Power rule, product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, trig derivatives, exponential & logarithmic differentiation, implicit differentiation, and inverse trig. ▸ Integral Calculus Power rule, basic integrals, u-substitution, trig integrals, exponential & logarithmic integration, integration by parts, partial fractions, and trig identities. WHY STUDENTS LOVE MAFFS • Unlimited randomly generated problems — never run out of practice • Built-in LaTeX input with live preview — type math naturally • Step-by-step work tracking — show your work as you solve • Instant feedback — know immediately if you're right or wrong • Detailed solutions — learn from every mistake • Helpful hints — get unstuck without giving up • Streak tracking — build a daily practice habit • 28-day performance chart — see your progress over time • Beautiful dark mode — study comfortably day or night • No account required — start practicing instantly HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a course: Limits, Derivatives, or Integrals 2. Solve the randomly generated problem 3. Use the LaTeX input with quick symbol buttons 4. Add work steps to show your reasoning 5. Submit your answer and get instant feedback 6. Review the full solution and learn from it 7. Keep your streak alive by practicing daily Built for students who believe the best way to learn calculus is to practice calculus. No videos. No lectures. Just problems. Download Maffs and start your streak today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Maffs at none against WolframAlpha's 6. Maffs also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. WolframAlpha sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Maffs asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | WolframAlpha | Maffs |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (129 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 129 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 366 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wolfram Group LLC | Prospre Nutrition Inc. |
Bugs and requests
WolframAlpha
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Search bar issues and crashes
- Incorrect or incomplete results
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved handwritten math recognition
- Better integration with Siri
- More customization options
Maffs
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
WolframAlpha
- Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- Pro for Students Monthly$9.991 Month
- Pro for Educators Monthly$9.991 Month
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- Pro Yearly$59.991 Year
- Pro for Students Yearly$59.991 Year
- Pro for Educators Yearly$59.991 Year
Maffs
No in-app purchases









