Comparison

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor vs MATH Keys

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

Head to head
About

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor

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
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VerbTeX Pro is the secure LaTeX Editor for your iOS device. It allows you to create and manage LaTeX projects directly on your iOS device and generate a PDF offline (Verbnox) or online (Verbosus). This software is provided "as is" without warranties or conditions of any kind, either expressed or implied. Features: * 2 Modes: Local (stores .tex documents on your device) and Cloud (synchronizes your projects with Verbosus) * Offline compilation (Local Mode, enable in Settings) * Use PdfLaTeX, XeLaTeX or LuaLaTeX to generate a PDF * Use BibTeX or Biber for bibliographies * Automatic Dropbox synchronization (Local Mode) * Automatic Box synchronization (Local Mode) * Git integration (Local Mode) * iCloud integration (Local Mode) * Zotero integration (Local Mode) * Mendeley integration (Local Mode) * AI assistant (available in supported regions) * Custom keyboard shortcuts * Inverse search (jump from PDF to .tex file) * Syntax highlighting * Line numbers * Autosave * Hotkeys (see below) * File upload incl. subfolders (Local Mode) * Web-Interface (Cloud Mode) * Two factor authentication (Cloud Mode, in combination with Copiosus) * No ads Additional features in VerbTeX Pro: * Code completion (commands) * Unlimited number of projects (Local Mode) * Unlimited number of documents per project (Local Mode) * Unlimited number of file uploads per project (Local Mode) * Unlimited number of projects (Cloud Mode) * Unlimited number of documents per project (Cloud Mode) * Support development of free iOS apps If you experience any performance issues when loading a project or while using the editor please try * to disable syntax highlighting and line numbers by choosing Settings -> Syntax Highlighting * to split up your project into multiple .tex files by using the include{...} command of LaTeX Import or export existing projects (Local Mode): * Git integration lets you create a new or clone an existing repository. * Automatic Dropbox or Box synchronization (Settings -> Link to Dropbox or Box). Synchronization is done once a minute. Use any .ttf/.otf font (Local Mode): If you want to use a custom font or a font that is not installed you can import it via Git integration, via Dropbox, via Box or manually via Finder. In your project you can use the font like this: \documentclass{article} \usepackage{fontspec} \setmainfont{fontname.otf} \begin{document} \section{Main Heading} Это тест \end{document} You can write chinese in PdfTeX using the CJKutf8 package as shown in the following example: \documentclass{article} \usepackage{CJKutf8} \begin{document} \begin{CJK}{UTF8}{gbsn} 这是一个测试 \end{CJK} \end{document} You can write chinese in XeTeX using the xeCJK package as shown in the following example: \documentclass{article} \usepackage{xeCJK} \begin{document} 这是一个测试 \end{document} Hotkeys in editor (can be changed in editor - settings - keyboard shortcuts): ctrl+,: Settings ctrl+s: Save ctrl+g: Generate result ctrl+f: Search ctrl+p: Preview ctrl+n: New document ctrl+d: Delete document ctrl+.: Next document Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

MATH Keys

Easily create mathematical equations, formulas, and symbols online. This free tool enhances academic productivity for students and educators by providing quick access to a wide range of mathematical notations.

Highlights
  • Online equation editor
  • Mathematical symbols and operations
  • Latex notation tools
  • Copy and share formulas
  • Calculus, Algebra, Trigonometry support
  • Free to use
Features
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MATH Keys is a completely free online equation editor that allows users to write mathematical equations, formulas, and symbols online! Our mission is to boost productivity in academic life whether that is for teachers, graduates, or students. Type out anything you want with your regular keyboard, and press the buttons on our MATH Keys to access mathematical symbols and operations. With the latex notation tools, you can copy or share whatever formula, equation, or symbol you just created anywhere you want. How to use: - Use your device keyboard to type your equation. You can use numbers, letters, or any other symbol on your device keyboard - Use the extension MATH Keys to click on symbols, such as integrals, sigma, fraction, etc.. - Navigate around by tapping your device Use the buttons as follows: - Copy Button: press the button to share an image. Once the share options pop up, press any option you'd like and press "copy" to copy the image. - New Button: delete the formula and start a new one Features and formulas for: - Calculus - Finite and infinite Integrals - Derivatives - Limits - Sigma symbol - Combinatorics - Algebra - Logs - Exponents - Radicals - Fractions - Inequalities - matrix - Trigonometry - Trigonometric functions - Common greek symbols: pi, alpha, beta, theta You can you use this app the same as a math latex online editor, math equation online editor, or MathQuill editor.

Screenshots

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor4 screens
MATH Keys3 screens

Verdict

The call

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor and MATH Keys both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 71% of VerbTeX LaTeX Editor's written reviews are positive against 0% of MATH Keys's. VerbTeX LaTeX Editor also leads on ratings volume (168 vs 6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). MATH Keys's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VerbTeX LaTeX Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MATH Keys asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VerbTeX LaTeX Editor has 168 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of VerbTeX LaTeX Editor's written reviews are positive against 0% of MATH Keys's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor ships an update fortnightly, MATH Keys every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
VerbTeX LaTeX Editor versus MATH Keys: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVerbTeX LaTeX EditorMATH Keys
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (168 ratings) — better4.3 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews71.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings168 — better6
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVerbosus.comGuy Goldstein

Customer experience

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor

All ratings168 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews197 reviews
Positive71.1%
Neutral10.2%
Negative18.8%

MATH Keys

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor

Reported bugs

83 issues
  • 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
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  • App closes unexpectedly without saving
  • Dropbox sync issues
  • Cannot open or save to iCloud files
  • File folder location is hard to set
  • App freezes on project page (cloud feature)
  • Crashes when trying to access preferences
  • Cannot open Dropbox files with non-UTF-8 encoding
  • Compilation issues with older versions
  • Cannot edit tex files in local mode
  • Display bugs when switching between US and JPN input
  • PDF conversion fails with Japanese input
  • Cannot open existing tex files
  • Shows only folders, not files, in Dropbox
  • Error when trying to use \includegraphics
  • Problems with Cyrillic fonts display
  • Umlaute not displaying correctly
  • Plotting functions not displayed realistically
  • Cannot compile plain documents quickly
  • File organization is unclear
  • Cannot edit .tex files created in local mode
  • Cannot use script to transfer or continue editing on computer without cloud account
  • PDF generation fails with BibTeX log
  • Cannot open or save to iCloud files
  • App freezes on project page (cloud feature)
  • Crashes when trying to access preferences
  • Cannot open Dropbox files with non-UTF-8 encoding
  • Compilation issues with older versions
  • Cannot edit tex files in local mode
  • Display bugs when switching between US and JPN input
  • PDF conversion fails with Japanese input
  • Cannot open existing tex files
  • Shows only folders, not files, in Dropbox
  • Error when trying to use \includegraphics
  • Problems with Cyrillic fonts display
  • Umlaute not displaying correctly
  • Plotting functions not displayed realistically
  • Cannot compile plain documents quickly
  • File organization is unclear
  • Cannot edit .tex files created in local mode
  • Cannot use script to transfer or continue editing on computer without cloud account
  • PDF generation fails with BibTeX log
  • Cannot open or save to iCloud files
  • App freezes on project page (cloud feature)
  • Crashes when trying to access preferences
  • Cannot open Dropbox files with non-UTF-8 encoding
  • Compilation issues with older versions
  • Cannot edit tex files in local mode
  • Display bugs when switching between US and JPN input
  • PDF conversion fails with Japanese input
  • Cannot open existing tex files
  • Shows only folders, not files, in Dropbox
  • Error when trying to use \includegraphics
  • Problems with Cyrillic fonts display
  • Umlaute not displaying correctly
  • Plotting functions not displayed realistically
  • Cannot compile plain documents quickly
  • File organization is unclear
  • Cannot edit .tex files created in local mode
  • Cannot use script to transfer or continue editing on computer without cloud account
  • PDF generation fails with BibTeX log
  • Cannot open or save to iCloud files
  • App freezes on project page (cloud feature)
  • Crashes when trying to access preferences
  • Cannot open Dropbox files with non-UTF-8 encoding
  • Compilation issues with older versions
  • Cannot edit tex files in local mode
  • Display bugs when switching between US and JPN input
  • PDF conversion fails with Japanese input
  • Cannot open existing tex files
  • Shows only folders, not files, in Dropbox
  • Error when trying to use \includegraphics
  • Problems with Cyrillic fonts display
  • Umlaute not displaying correctly
  • Plotting functions not displayed realistically
  • Cannot compile plain documents quickly
  • File organization is unclear
  • Cannot edit .tex files created in local mode
  • Cannot use script to transfer or continue editing on computer without cloud account

Requested features

32 requests
  • 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
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  • iCloud Drive integration
  • Access to 'On My iPad' and Apple's Files app
  • Import existing LaTeX projects and documents
  • Command suggestions/autofill for commands
  • Ability to edit .sty/.cls files
  • Dark mode support
  • Highlighting brackets
  • Shortcuts for common math symbols
  • Specify areas for math and text display
  • View PDF and source simultaneously
  • Work on source files saved in other apps' shared file systems
  • Zooming PDF display
  • Line number references
  • Syntax highlighting color customization
  • Support for Japanese articles (jarticle class)
  • Support for Cyrillic fonts and UTF-8 encoding
  • Improved file sharing and PC transfer methods
  • Auto-save on PDF preview
  • Export .tex files easily
  • Add shortcuts for common functions and equations
  • Built-in documentation for supported packages
  • More intuitive interface for file management
  • Support for additional cloud storage like OneDrive
  • Ability to zoom PDF display
  • Support for Xelatex and pdftex
  • Ability to manage project files (folders, images)
  • Support for TikZ

MATH Keys

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

VerbTeX LaTeX Editor

Subscriptions1
  • Upgrade: Subscription$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Upgrade: Forever$8.99
None

MATH Keys

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VerbTeX LaTeX Editor free?
VerbTeX LaTeX Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MATH Keys free?
MATH Keys is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MATH Keys?
VerbTeX LaTeX Editor is rated higher. VerbTeX LaTeX Editor averages 4.5 out of 5 from 168 ratings, while MATH Keys averages 4.3 from 6 ratings.
Do VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MATH Keys have ads?
Neither VerbTeX LaTeX Editor nor MATH Keys shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor or MATH Keys?
VerbTeX LaTeX Editor ships an update fortnightly, and MATH Keys every 6 weeks. Most recently, VerbTeX LaTeX Editor was updated on October 14, 2026 and MATH Keys on October 2, 2026.

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