# Photo Math Solver vs Transcript

The clearest difference is ads: Transcript at none against Photo Math Solver's shown. Transcript also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Photo Math Solver's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Math Solver sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Transcript sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Transcript holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 255 and 328 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Photo Math Solver's written reviews are positive against 76% of Transcript's.

Photo Math Solver ships an update every 2 weeks, Transcript every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Math Solver | Transcript |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (255 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-math-solver-mathai/id6446890678/reviews) | **[4.6 (328 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transcript-ai-homework-helper/id6461646295/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 255 | **328** |
| Positive reviews | 74.0% of reviews | **75.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HOOZA VIET NAM COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597420739) | [Transcript Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702612499) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-math-solver-mathai/id6446890678)

This AI-powered tutor helps students solve math, physics, and chemistry problems by scanning them with a photo. It provides step-by-step solutions and checks your work, acting as a personal study companion to improve understanding and save time.

**Highlights:** Photo math solver, Step-by-step solutions, Solution checker, AI tutor, Math, physics, chemistry support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annually Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Annually | $39.99 | per year |
| Annually Subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Math made easier
- 👍 Pretty good app
- 👍 Super great app
- 👍 Helpful for step by step view and graphing mathematical formula

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work
- 🐛 Camera froze
- 🐛 Got all my questions wrong
- 🐛 Worst app
- 🐛 Don't work

**Reported bugs**

- Glitchy
- It a good math ai but when accessing the camera it freezes. How do I resolve the issue
- Terrible
- Keeps crashing
- It's so manipulative. It told me I needed a credit to scan a math problem, and I could get a credit by watching an ad. After 1 watched one  ad, it said I needed to watch 3. Fine. I watched 3. Then 6. Then 7. No word of a lie. Deleting. Don't waste your time. Also the ads are ads for gaming apps. Not helpful for students. 🙄

**Requested features**

- Wish was free
- Wish they had a clearer step by step option if you need more explanation
- Thanks for the tool I just wish more credits per video watched


### Transcript

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transcript-ai-homework-helper/id6461646295)

This app provides instant answers and detailed explanations for academic questions across all subjects. It offers a seamless interface, AI-powered assistance, and the ability to upload study materials for personalized learning.

**Highlights:** Instant answers and detailed explanations, AI-powered assistance for any subject, Upload notes and study materials, Voice interaction with AI, Seamless and user-friendly interface, Knowledge reinforcement and concept mastery

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $29.49 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎓 Step-by-step explanations aid learning
- ⚡ Saves significant study time
- 🔧 Chrome extension eliminates tab switching
- 📱 Seamless cross-platform experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Accuracy issues with specific problem types
- ⚠️ Inconsistent answer reliability
- 🔤 Text sizing problems on mobile
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- ⏱️ Slow response times after update

**Reported bugs**

- Text size runs off screen on mobile
- Subscription already held error preventing app access
- Slow response times after recent update
- Math formatting with symbols and abbreviations unclear
- Battery drain issues

**Requested features**

- Upgrade to GPT-4 instead of GPT-3
- Improve math problem formatting and display
- Fix text sizing responsiveness on mobile devices
- Optimize app speed and performance
- Enhance answer accuracy for specific subjects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Math Solver free?

Photo Math Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Transcript free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Photo Math Solver or Transcript?

Transcript is rated higher. Photo Math Solver averages 4.3 out of 5 from 255 ratings, while Transcript averages 4.6 from 328 ratings.

### Do Photo Math Solver or Transcript have ads?

Photo Math Solver shows ads; Transcript does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Math Solver or Transcript?

Photo Math Solver ships an update every 2 weeks, and Transcript every 3 weeks. Most recently, Photo Math Solver was updated on September 17, 2026 and Transcript on September 15, 2026.

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