Comparison

STEM Tutor vs Explanova

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

Head to head
About

STEM Tutor

Features
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STEM Tutor is your all-in-one educational companion for K-12 students. With 14 subjects, 1,680 interactive lessons, thousands of quiz questions, and over 2,600 flashcards, there's always something new to learn. Subjects include Spelling, Math, English, Science, Social Studies, US History, Physics, Spanish, French, Biology, Chemistry, Arts & Music, Personal Finance, and Computer Science. Every lesson features tap-to-reveal fun facts and quick-check quizzes that keep students engaged and test understanding as they go. Quizzes are broken into manageable 10-question sets, and flashcards make review easy and effective. Start with 6 free lessons and 1 free quiz per subject at every grade level. Subscribe for $0.99/month to unlock everything — all 1,680 lessons and unlimited quizzes across all 14 subjects and grade levels. Features: 14 subjects covering core academics, languages, arts, and life skills 1,680 interactive lessons with fun facts and comprehension checks Thousands of quiz questions with instant feedback 2,600+ flashcards for quick review Progress tracking across all subjects and grades Clean, distraction-free design built for learning Whether your child is learning to count in Kindergarten or preparing for AP exams in 12th grade, STEM Tutor grows with them every step of the way. Privacy Policy: https://curayt.com/privacy  Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Explanova

This app provides step-by-step solutions to homework problems across STEM subjects. It features an avatar tutor who explains each micro-step on an interactive whiteboard, offering support in multiple languages. Designed for students and lifelong learners, it aims to foster understanding rather than just providing answers.

Highlights
  • Photo-based problem submission
  • Step-by-step whiteboard explanations
  • Avatar tutor with voice guidance
  • Multi-language support
  • Personalized learning paths
  • Parent dashboard
  • Ad-free learning environment
Features
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The Tutor That Never Skips a Step. Snap a photo of any homework problem and watch it get solved the way a great teacher would: every micro-step written out on a whiteboard, nothing hidden, nothing skipped. Explanova is the family S.T.E.M. tutoring app for K-12 through college: math, science, engineering, and computer science. Most homework apps hand you an answer. Explanova teaches. MEET COACH NOVA Your live avatar tutor explains each solution out loud on an interactive whiteboard, complete with diagrams that make concepts click. Always patient, always available, and she never skips a step. ASK ANY WAY YOU WANT • Snap a photo of a worksheet or textbook page, even multi-problem pages • Ask by voice • Type it in Explanova reads the problem and gets straight to work. EVERY MICRO-STEP SHOWN No hidden math. No "and then a miracle happens." Every arithmetic move, substitution, and unit conversion is written out so learners understand the how, not just the answer. A VOICE TUTOR IN 4 LANGUAGES Quintara, the voice tutor, guides learners in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi. KEEP LEARNING BEYOND THE PROBLEM A personal learning path plus curated, kid-safe YouTube recommendations turn one homework question into real understanding. BUILT FOR FAMILIES • Child profiles use first name and grade only, no unnecessary personal data • PIN-protected profiles give every learner their own space • Parent dashboard shows every problem solved and every topic explored • No ads, no chat, no social features: a learning-only environment SUBJECTS COVERED Elementary math through calculus, linear algebra, and statistics. Biology, chemistry, and physics through quantum. Circuit analysis, statics, and engineering fundamentals. Python, Java, MATLAB, and AP Computer Science prep. WHO IT'S FOR Students from kindergarten through college, parents who want homework time without the battle, and lifelong learners brushing up on skills. 24/7, whenever the question comes up. An Explanova account is required to sign in. Questions? We'd love to hear from you: support@explanova.ai Homework help that shows its work. Every problem. Every step. Privacy Policy: https://explanova.ai/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

STEM Tutor4 screens
Explanova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Explanova at 15.0 against STEM Tutor's 18.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. STEM Tutor sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Explanova sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
STEM Tutor versus Explanova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTEM TutorExplanova
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCurayt, LLCExplanova LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

STEM Tutor

Subscriptions1
  • STEM Tutor Premium$0.991 Month
4 purchases

Explanova

Subscriptions4
  • Explorer$99.991 Month
  • Crew$199.991 Month
  • Academy$399.991 Month
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  • Explorer$899.991 Year

Questions

Is STEM Tutor free?
STEM Tutor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Explanova free?
Explanova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do STEM Tutor or Explanova have ads?
Neither STEM Tutor nor Explanova shows ads.

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