# VerbTeX LaTeX Editor vs MyScript Calculator

The clearest difference is price: VerbTeX LaTeX Editor at Free against MyScript Calculator's $2.99. MyScript Calculator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#127 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor is free to download; MyScript Calculator costs $2.99 up front. VerbTeX LaTeX Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MyScript Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for VerbTeX LaTeX Editor against 4.5 for MyScript Calculator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyScript Calculator has 1.5K ratings behind it against 168, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of VerbTeX LaTeX Editor's written reviews are positive against 75% of MyScript Calculator's.

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor ships an update fortnightly, MyScript Calculator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VerbTeX LaTeX Editor | MyScript Calculator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (168 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbtex-latex-editor/id560869163/reviews) | [4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myscript-calculator/id1304488725/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 168 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | **74.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#127** |
| Size | 27 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Verbosus.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/560869166) | [MyScript](https://appshunter.io/developer/446368119) |

## What reviewers say

### VerbTeX LaTeX Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbtex-latex-editor/id560869163)

Create and manage LaTeX projects on your iOS device. Generate PDFs offline or online with support for various compilers and bibliography tools. Features include cloud synchronization, Git integration, and custom font support.

**Highlights:** Offline PDF compilation, Multiple LaTeX compilers (PdfLaTeX, XeLaTeX, LuaLaTeX), BibTeX/Biber support, Cloud synchronization (Verbosus), Dropbox/Box synchronization, Git integration, iCloud integration, Zotero/Mendeley integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade: Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Upgrade: Forever | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient LaTeX editing
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- ✅ Compiles LaTeX to PDF well
- 💡 Good for on-the-go writing
- 🌟 Free and functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Requires internet connection for compilation
- 🚫 Limited offline compilation capabilities
- 📂 Poor file management and organization
- 🗂️ Lacks iCloud Drive and Files app integration
- 🖼️ Difficulty inserting images

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot clone git
- Does not work with subfiles package
- New version does not support adding files
- PDF generation fails with BibTeX log
- Cannot insert images

**Requested features**

- Autosave functionality
- Better external keyboard support (e.g., Command+G for search)
- Search and replace functionality
- PDF preview with jump-to-editor feature
- Display last edited passage in PDF preview


### MyScript Calculator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myscript-calculator/id1304488725)

**Currently charting:** #127 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app transforms your device into an interactive notepad for calculations. Simply write your math problems by hand, and it instantly provides results. Edit calculations with gestures, reuse past results, and export your work.

**Highlights:** Write calculations naturally, Edit with gestures, Drag and drop results, Copy and export calculations, Fraction display options, Multi-line calculations, Memory and history functions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Instant calculations
- 💡 Handwriting recognition
- 🎨 Intuitive interface
- ⚡️ Efficient for quick math

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent recognition of symbols and operators
- 🔢 Limited to basic arithmetic, no support for algebra or advanced math
- 🔍 Small writing space, difficult to view long calculations
- 💻 Not as functional as a traditional calculator on smaller screens
- 🔢 Struggles with large numbers and scientific notation

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect calculation results for certain inputs
- Difficulty editing or correcting written expressions
- Inconsistent behavior when using the Apple Pencil

**Requested features**

- Add support for variables, equations, and advanced math functions
- Improve recognition of symbols, operators, and handwriting
- Increase writing space and allow scrolling/zooming
- Provide more customization options (e.g., font size, pen thickness)
- Integrate with other productivity apps (e.g., Notes, Nebo)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VerbTeX LaTeX Editor free?

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MyScript Calculator free?

MyScript Calculator costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MyScript Calculator?

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor and MyScript Calculator are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 168 and 1.5K ratings respectively.

### Do VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MyScript Calculator have ads?

Neither VerbTeX LaTeX Editor nor MyScript Calculator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MyScript Calculator?

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor ships an update fortnightly, and MyScript Calculator every 3 weeks. Most recently, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor was updated on October 14, 2026 and MyScript Calculator on October 16, 2026.

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