# MathNotes vs Notes for iPad

MathNotes and Notes for iPad both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of MathNotes's written reviews are positive against 40% of Notes for iPad's. MathNotes also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). Notes for iPad's advantage is ratings volume (99 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MathNotes sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Notes for iPad sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for MathNotes against 4.6 for Notes for iPad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Notes for iPad has 99 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of MathNotes's written reviews are positive against 40% of Notes for iPad's.

MathNotes ships an update every 4 days, Notes for iPad every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathNotes | Notes for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnotes-ai-notes-for-stem/id6751956086/reviews) | **[4.6 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-for-ipad-pencil-notes/id6757370665/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **99** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 173 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mark Miller](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836539324) | [Brite Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620922833) |

## What reviewers say

### MathNotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnotes-ai-notes-for-stem/id6751956086)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iwrote Plus | $1.99 | per month |
| MathNotes Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| MathNotes Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| MathNotes Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| MathNotes Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| 1 Course Credit | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3 MathNotes Credits | $54.99 | one-time |
| 5 MathNotes Credits | $74.99 | one-time |


### Notes for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notes-for-ipad-pencil-notes/id6757370665)

Transform your iPad into a digital notebook with a natural writing experience using Apple Pencil. Organize your life with over 60 templates, add stickers, and sync across devices. Perfect for students, professionals, and creatives.

**Highlights:** Natural handwriting with Apple Pencil, 60+ professionally designed templates, Extensive sticker library and import options, Unlimited notebooks with custom covers, iCloud sync across devices, Export notes as PDF

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notes for iPad - weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plus | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Notes for iPad for a year | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathNotes free?

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

### Is Notes for iPad free?

Notes for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MathNotes or Notes for iPad?

Notes for iPad is rated higher. MathNotes averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Notes for iPad averages 4.6 from 99 ratings.

### Do MathNotes or Notes for iPad have ads?

Neither MathNotes nor Notes for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MathNotes or Notes for iPad?

MathNotes ships an update every 4 days, and Notes for iPad every 2 weeks. Most recently, MathNotes was updated on October 8, 2026 and Notes for iPad on October 9, 2026.

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