# MathSnap vs AI Math Solver

The clearest difference is rating: AI Math Solver at 5.0 against MathSnap's 4.5. AI Math Solver also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). MathSnap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MathSnap sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and AI Math Solver sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AI Math Solver holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MathSnap has 1.4K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MathSnap ships an update every 3 weeks, AI Math Solver every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathSnap | AI Math Solver |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathsnap-ai-math-solver/id6448665845/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-math-solver-solve-math/id6738579114/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 69.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [42 Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/1484108329) | [Mudassar Ahmed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1344119716) |

## What reviewers say

### MathSnap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathsnap-ai-math-solver/id6448665845)

This AI-powered app acts as a personal tutor, helping users solve math, science, liberal arts, and economics problems. It offers step-by-step explanations, a glossary, and personalized guidance to enhance understanding and mastery of various subjects.

**Highlights:** AI problem solver via photo scan, Step-by-step explanations, Covers math, science, liberal arts, economics, Glossary for terms and concepts, Personalized AI tutor support, Word problem and geometry assistance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PhotoBrain | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Math Solutions | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| AI Math solutions | $19.99 | per year |
| PhotoBrain Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| PhotoBrain | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $59.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful app
- ⭐️ Great app
- 🤩 Accurate and correct answers
- 🧠 Tutors and explains well
- 💯 Perfect app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Needs to be free
- 🔒 Paywall limits usage
- 🐛 Doesn't always work
- 📷 Camera issues detecting questions
- 🚫 Predatory with subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- Camera can't detect questions
- Doesn't provide answers without payment
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Make the app free
- Improve camera detection
- Provide more free usage


### AI Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-math-solver-solve-math/id6738579114)

This app offers instant solutions to math and science problems by scanning or typing. It provides step-by-step explanations, personalized AI tutors, and interactive learning games to enhance problem-solving skills across various subjects.

**Highlights:** Scan and type math problems, Step-by-step solutions, Personalized AI Math Tutors, Interactive math games and tests, Algebra and scientific calculators, Physics and Chemistry problem solving

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to Premium | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| Upgrade to Premium | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathSnap free?

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

### Is AI Math Solver free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MathSnap or AI Math Solver?

AI Math Solver is rated higher. MathSnap averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while AI Math Solver averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do MathSnap or AI Math Solver have ads?

AI Math Solver shows ads; MathSnap does not.

### Which is updated more often, MathSnap or AI Math Solver?

MathSnap ships an update every 3 weeks, and AI Math Solver every 6 weeks. Most recently, MathSnap was updated on September 12, 2026 and AI Math Solver on September 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*