Math for James vs HeyG Math
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Math for James
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Math for James has a very simple interface, select the type of operation and problem set and do 10 or 20 problems. Then click the Share button to pull up the share sheet to send the results to a friend or family member.
HeyG Math
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Math usually isn't hard because you're bad at it. It's hard because steps get skipped, assumptions go unstated, and mistakes feel personal. Hey G works differently. Hey G helps you work through math problems one step at a time. You try a problem. G responds calmly โ showing every step, explaining why it works, and helping you recover if you get stuck. No grades. No timers. No pressure. WHAT YOU GET Every course is a complete, structured curriculum โ not random practice problems. Content spans Pre-Algebra through Calculus, with SAT, ACT, and GRE prep courses available. Your first course is completely free, forever. Pick any course in the catalog and it's yours โ no credit card, no trial period, no catch. HOW IT WORKS - Pick a course and start at Chapter 1 - Work through problems at your own pace - Get clear, step-by-step explanations when you need them - G adapts to your level โ quietly, without making it weird - Pick up exactly where you left off, every time WHO IT'S FOR Hey G is built for: - High school students working through Algebra, Geometry, or Trig - Parents helping with homework who need a refresher - Adults going back to school or preparing for standardized tests - Anyone who wants to understand why, not just get the answer AI TUTOR G is your personal math tutor. When you're stuck, G doesn't just give you the answer โ G walks you through it, step by step, showing every operation and explaining every assumption. Your free course includes 5 AI tutoring sessions. Subscribe to AI Tutor ($12/month) for unlimited help across all your courses. COURSES AVAILABLE Foundation: Arithmetic, Fractions & Decimals, Ratios, Pre-Algebra Core: Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus Advanced: Calculus I & II, Linear Algebra Test Prep: SAT Math, ACT Math, GRE Quantitative WHAT MAKES HEY G DIFFERENT - No skipped steps. Every explanation shows each operation. - No hidden assumptions. G states what other resources skip. - No judgment. Mistakes are handled gently and used to help you learn. - No tricks. This isn't a game. It's a thinking partner. You don't need to be "good at math" to use Hey G. You just need to be willing to try. --- Subscription Information: AI Tutor is available as a monthly subscription for $11.99/month. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Service: https://heyg.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://heyg.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Math for James at 13.0 against HeyG Math's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Math for James | HeyG Math |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Erik Cox | Ronald Edmeades |
In-app purchases
Math for James
No in-app purchases
HeyG Math
No in-app purchases
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