VA Claims Coach vs VA Math Buster

Finally understand what your VA letter actually says. VA Claims Coach is an independent educational app for veterans. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or any government agency. Information is based on publicly available government sources, listed below. **DECODE YOUR VA LETTER — NEW** Point your camera at any VA decision letter and read it back in plain English: what was granted, what was denied, and what the language actually means. The letter is read once and never stored. Your first letter is free. Unlimited decoding with PRO. **RATING REVIEW — NEW (PRO)** A guided educational review of where a disability rating increase or an unclaimed secondary condition might apply, and the evidence a stronger claim typically needs. Educational only — not a prediction, not a promise. **AI COACH** Plain-language answers on nexus letters, C&P exams, how ratings work and denial reasons — grounded in the public government sources listed below, not opinion. 3 messages free every month. **TRACK YOUR DAILY SYMPTOMS** Log what actually affects your daily life: - Nightmares: record sleep disturbances that affect your rest - Panic attacks: document episodes and how often they happen - Flashbacks: track intrusive memories and triggers - Insomnia: log nights when sleep won't come - Hypervigilance: note when you feel constantly on alert Rate your daily mood on a simple scale and watch the pattern build. A 7-day streak keeps the habit going, because consistent records show symptoms are ongoing rather than isolated. 15 entries free every month. **READY WHEN YOU NEED THEM** When it's time for your C&P exam or to submit evidence, you'll have a clear record of how often symptoms happen and how they affect your daily life. Export to PDF and share it with your accredited VSO. **C&P EXAM PREP** Know what to expect before you walk in, and what examiners are assessing. 2 sessions free every month. **PERSONAL STATEMENT & BUDDY LETTER WRITERS** AI-assisted drafts built around your situation. 2 personal statements and 1 buddy letter free every month. **APPEALS STRATEGY ADVISOR** Understand the Higher-Level Review process step by step — what it is, when to use it, and what reviewers look for. Free trial, then PRO. **LEARN & CLAIM CHECKLIST** Educational guides on VA disability benefits, a claim-progress checklist and links to official resources. Always free, no limits. **WIDGETS & DARK MODE** Three home-screen widgets — symptom streak, quick AI Coach chat and Claim Toolkit. Dark mode throughout. **WHAT'S FREE** - Learn guides, claim checklist and official resources - unlimited, always - Decode Your VA Letter - your first letter free - AI Coach - 3 messages a month - C&P Exam Prep - 2 a month - Personal Statement - 2 a month - Buddy Letter - 1 a month - Symptom Tracker - 15 entries a month Allowances reset at the start of every month. **WITH PRO** - Unlimited decoding of VA decision letters - Rating Review - secondary conditions and rating increases - Appeals Strategy Advisor - Unlimited AI Coach, statements, buddy letters, C&P prep and symptom logging **OFFICIAL SOURCES** VA disability compensation: https://www.va.gov/disability/ How VA disability ratings work: https://www.va.gov/disability/about-disability-ratings/ C&P exams: https://www.va.gov/disability/va-claim-exam/ Decision reviews and appeals: https://www.va.gov/decision-reviews/ VA rating schedule (38 CFR Part 4): https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/chapter-I/part-4 **DISCLAIMER** VA Claims Coach provides educational information only and is not legal or medical advice. It is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. For decisions about your claim, consult an accredited Veterans Service Officer (VSO). Veterans in crisis: dial 988, then press 1, or visit https://www.veteranscrisisline.net

VA Math Buster helps veterans estimate combined disability ratings and plan monthly VA compensation in one focused calculator. CALCULATE VA RATINGS • Combine multiple disability ratings using VA math • Review the step-by-step combination math • Account for paired arms and legs with bilateral support • Save and revisit rating scenarios PLAN COMPENSATION WITH PRO • View monthly compensation using published 2026 VA rates • Add a spouse, dependent parents, children, school-age children ages 18–23, and qualifying disabled adult children • Include primary Special Monthly Compensation awards and SMC-K add-ons • Compare current monthly compensation with an adjustable expected COLA projection • Unlock Pro and remove ads with one $5.99 purchase The original VA ratings calculator remains available. The Pro upgrade is optional, and eligible purchases can be restored from the Pro screen. VA Math Buster is an independent educational planning tool. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Results are estimates and are not legal, medical, financial, or claims advice. Verify benefit amounts and eligibility with VA.gov or an accredited representative.