# UCAT Preparation vs Maths Retriever

The clearest difference is update cadence: Maths Retriever at every 5 days against UCAT Preparation's every 2 months. UCAT Preparation's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. UCAT Preparation sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Maths Retriever sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UCAT Preparation ships an update every 2 months, Maths Retriever every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | UCAT Preparation | Maths Retriever |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 54 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KEMIN LI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770898921) | [Hongzhi Wu](https://appshunter.io/developer/6798763244) |

## What reviewers say

### UCAT Preparation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ucat-preparation/id6723864026)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Discounted 3 Months Subscrip. | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3 Months Subscription | $12.99 | one-time |
| Discounted 6 Months Subscrip. | $17.99 | one-time |
| Discounted 9 Months Subscrip. | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6 Months Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |
| Discounted 1 Year Subscription | $22.99 | one-time |
| 9 Months Subscription | $22.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Subscription | $24.99 | one-time |


### Maths Retriever

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maths-retriever/id6798763242)

This app provides automated grading for handwritten IB Math work, offering detailed feedback and explanations. It generates practice questions, hints, and worked solutions tailored to specific IB Math courses and levels. Users can track progress, identify weak areas, and receive predicted grades.

**Highlights:** Handwritten work grading, Line-by-line IB examiner style marking, Original exam-style questions, Topic-based practice, Hints and worked solutions, Progress tracking and predicted grades, Timed mock papers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Diploma yearly | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UCAT Preparation free?

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

### Is Maths Retriever free?

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

### Do UCAT Preparation or Maths Retriever have ads?

Neither UCAT Preparation nor Maths Retriever shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, UCAT Preparation or Maths Retriever?

UCAT Preparation ships an update every 2 months, and Maths Retriever every 5 days. Most recently, UCAT Preparation was updated on October 25, 2026 and Maths Retriever on October 17, 2026.

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