Comparison

WriteTex vs MathNotes

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

Head to head
About

WriteTex

Instantly convert handwritten math equations into LaTeX, Markdown, or TikZ code. This app uses advanced AI to recognize complex formulas, matrices, and diagrams, integrating seamlessly with desktop editors like VS Code and Obsidian.

Highlights
  • Handwritten math to LaTeX conversion
  • AI-powered OCR for complex formulas
  • Markdown and TikZ code output
  • Desktop sync for VS Code, Obsidian, Word
  • BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) for data control
  • High privacy options
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Stop struggling with complex LaTeX syntax. Convert your handwritten math equations into clean code instantly with WriteTex. Whether you are a researcher, student, or engineer, WriteTex bridges the gap between your physical notes and digital documents. Simply draw a formula and watch it transform into LaTeX, Markdown, or TikZ code ready for your favorite editor. POWERFUL MATH OCR Powered by advanced AI, WriteTex recognizes even the most complex mathematical structures, including matrices, integrals, Greek letters, and chemical diagrams. SEAMLESS WORKFLOW INTEGRATION WriteTex isn't just a converter; it’s a productivity powerhouse. Desktop Sync: Use our companion app to automatically paste converted equations directly into VS Code, Obsidian, Overleaf, or Microsoft Word. VS Code and Obsidian extension: Write on iPad, results appear in your editor on PC or Mac. Intergrate seamlessly with you current workflow with more precise OCR results. BUILT FOR POWER USERS BYOK (Bring Your Own Key): Connect your own API keys for full control over your data and costs. High Privacy: Your data belongs to you. We offer flexible configuration for privacy-conscious users. PERFECT FOR: Students: Speed up STEM homework and digitize lecture notes. Researchers: Quickly insert formulas into LaTeX manuscripts. Developers: Streamline math documentation in VS Code and Obsidian. Download WriteTex today and turn your handwriting into professional digital math in seconds.

About

MathNotes

This app offers a comprehensive suite for STEM students, combining handwritten note-taking with powerful math solving capabilities. It features an AI tutor, graphing tools, and specialized calculators, all designed to aid in learning and organization. Notes can be compiled into professional documents and exported as PDFs.

Highlights
  • Handwritten note-taking with Apple Pencil
  • Photo-based math problem solver
  • 12 specialized calculators
  • AI tutor for homework help
  • PDF import and annotation
  • Offline functionality
  • Export to formatted PDFs
Features
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The all-in-one math solver and study app. MathNotes combines Desmos-like graphing, Symbolab-like step-by-step solving, 12 specialized calculators, an AI tutor, and beautiful handwritten notes, all in one place. Write naturally - Handwrite with Apple Pencil or your finger, no keyboard needed - Keep notes handwritten or compile to publication-ready documents Solve anything - Snap a photo of any problem for instant solutions, graphs, and step-by-step explanations - 12 built-in calculators: graphing, scientific, matrix, symbolic, unit converter, and more - AI-powered help that actually understands your work Stay organized - Unlimited notebooks and folders - Tag definitions, theorems, and formulas to build your own knowledge base - Import, annotate, and markup PDFs and textbooks - Export beautiful, perfectly formatted PDFs Built for students - Privacy-first: your notes are encrypted and never used for AI training - Works offline - One app replaces Desmos, Symbolab, Photomath, and your note-taking app Subscription - Plus unlocks unlimited notes, cloud sync, and other basic features. Premium unlocks the AI chat, agentic LaTeX editor, and cloud sync. Everything else: notes, all 12 calculators, PDF support: is free with limited use. Try Premium free for 7 days! Terms of Use: https://mathnotes.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://mathnotes.io/privacy

Screenshots

WriteTex4 screens
MathNotes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WriteTex at 5.0 against MathNotes's 4.5. MathNotes's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. WriteTex sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and MathNotes sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WriteTex holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MathNotes has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WriteTex ships an update every 10 days, MathNotes every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WriteTex versus MathNotes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWriteTexMathNotes
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB173 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer星宇 黄Mark Miller

Customer experience

WriteTex

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

MathNotes

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

WriteTex

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly AI Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Yearly AI Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Custom API$1.99
8 purchases

MathNotes

Subscriptions5
  • iwrote Plus7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • MathNotes Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • MathNotes Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • MathNotes Plus7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • MathNotes Pro7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time3
  • 1 Course Credit$24.99
  • 3 MathNotes Credits$54.99
  • 5 MathNotes Credits$74.99

Questions

Is WriteTex free?
WriteTex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MathNotes free?
MathNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WriteTex or MathNotes?
WriteTex is rated higher. WriteTex averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while MathNotes averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do WriteTex or MathNotes have ads?
Neither WriteTex nor MathNotes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WriteTex or MathNotes?
WriteTex ships an update every 10 days, and MathNotes every 4 days. Most recently, WriteTex was updated on September 24, 2026 and MathNotes on October 8, 2026.

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