Formulary+ vs Physics Zen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Formulary+
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Formulary+ is not another formula list. It is a complete computational reference — 4,867 formulas across 16 disciplines, each with an interactive solver, evaluator, or worked example that lets you compute, verify, and learn, not just look things up. Every equation is rendered in real-time LaTeX (KaTeX), not screenshots. Every variable is defined with its SI unit. And every formula you open is one you can actually use. Built-in tools: a unit converter covering 16 quantities and about 150 units, and a table of 61 physical constants at full CODATA 2022 precision. Both are free for everyone. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT Interactive Solver — Pick any variable, enter the rest, get the answer with full step-by-step solution. Covers 1,500+ formulas across all 16 disciplines. Evaluator — For identities, bounds, and series: plug in numbers and see both sides computed side by side. You see not just that a claim holds, but by how much. Worked Examples — For complex equations (tensors, PDEs, procedures): a real computation with real numbers, showing every substitution step. Personal Notes — Write directly on any formula. Export all notes as Markdown — your work is never locked in. 4,727 FORMULAS · 16 DISCIPLINES · 150 SUBCATEGORIES Mathematics — 356 formulas Algebra · Calculus · Linear Algebra · Differential Equations · Statistics & Probability · Number Theory · Discrete Math Physics — 448 formulas Classical Mechanics · Thermodynamics · Electromagnetism · Optics · Waves · Quantum Mechanics · Relativity · Fluid Mechanics Chemistry — 241 formulas Stoichiometry · Thermochemistry · Kinetics · Equilibrium · Electrochemistry · Quantum Chemistry Geometry — 229 formulas Euclidean · Analytic · Differential · Topology Mechanical Engineering — 342 formulas Computer Science — 355 formulas Electrical Engineering — 319 formulas Civil Engineering — 343 formulas Biology & Biomedical — 203 formulas Environmental Engineering — 311 formulas Geological Engineering — 271 formulas Geochemistry — 204 formulas Geophysics — 215 formulas Chemical Engineering — 325 formulas Meteorology & Atmospheric Science — 296 formulas Astronomy & Astrophysics — 269 formulas BUILT FOR REAL WORK Real LaTeX rendering — KaTeX, not static images Full variable definitions with SI units Smart search across 4,727 entries Favorites — build your personal formula collection Related formulas — discover connected equations Share as LaTeX, plain text, or rendered image Export notes as Markdown Backup & restore your favorites and notes Dark mode · All iPhone & iPad sizes FREE TO TRY, FAIR TO BUY Browse the entire catalog for free — every category, every search result, every title. Open 5 formulas per day at no cost. Formulary Pro unlocks everything: Monthly — $1.99/mo Yearly — $19.99/yr (save 17%) Lifetime — $29.99 once, forever BUILT FOR Engineering students · Science undergrads · Graduate researchers · STEM professionals · Exam prep (PE, FE, GATE, GRE) · Teachers & professors · Anyone who works with equations Formulary Pro is an auto-renewable subscription. - Formulary Pro Monthly / Formulary Pro Yearly - Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Manage or cancel in your Apple ID Account Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kingerders.github.io/formulary/privacy
Physics Zen
This app provides focused, repeatable physics practice with generated problems and instant feedback. Access theory and worked solutions as needed to master concepts across various topics and exam boards.
- Generated physics problems
- Instant answer checking
- On-demand theory and solutions
- Mistake journal for review
- Visual aids for concepts
- Offline functionality
- Multiple exam paths
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Physics Zen turns physics into focused, repeatable practice. Work through fresh generated problems, check your answer instantly, and open the theory or worked solution exactly when you need it. A COMPLETE PHYSICS PATH Practice 66 skills across 21 topics: • Mechanics: motion, projectiles, forces and friction, energy, momentum, centre of mass, rotation, circular motion, gravitation, oscillations and fluids • Electricity and Magnetism: electric fields, circuits, capacitors, RC transients, magnetic fields, induction, inductance and AC • Waves and Optics: wave graphs, sound, interference, reflection, refraction, lenses and diffraction • Thermodynamics: heat, gas laws, kinetic theory, entropy, engines and renewable energy • Modern Physics: photons, matter waves, X-rays, nuclear physics, particle physics and special relativity EXAM PREP Fourteen exam paths, each built from the topics its exam actually tests: • AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2 and AP Physics C: Mechanics, with free-response items that give follow-through marks • AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, with calculus practice on Gauss's and Ampère's laws and RC, LR and LC circuits • NY Regents Physics, built on the Reference Tables • A-Level Physics, with required-practical data analysis: tables, gradients and uncertainties • HKDSE Physics (Hong Kong) • Abitur Physik, with fine-beam tube and Wien filter labs • French Bac physics, including Newton's law of cooling and the telescope; chemistry and the practical assessment are not included • Japan's University Entrance Common Test in Physics and Basic Physics, with digit-cell answers • Korea's CSAT (Suneung) Physics I, and the physics part of CSAT Integrated Science from 2028 • Taiwan's Advanced Subjects Test (分科測驗) Physics, which also covers the physics in the GSAT (學測) science paper • Board-specific gravity conventions Every item is original practice, not an official exam paper. BUILT FOR PRACTICE Generated Problems: Practise fresh parameter combinations across multiple difficulty levels. Mastery Progression: A five-level bucket system moves from foundations to multi-step problems as you demonstrate understanding. Theory Beside the Problem: Open concise explanations, formulas and worked examples without leaving your session. Mistake Journal: Wrong answers are saved automatically. Retry the same concept later with fresh numbers. Visual Physics: Graphs, force diagrams, circuits, waves, rays, energy levels and fluid scenes support the problems that need them. Offline First: The curriculum and generator work without an internet connection. Optional sign-in adds cross-device sync. Focused Interface: No ads, no coins and no lives. Includes light and dark themes. Content is available in thirteen languages: English, German, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean and Russian. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a section, topic or exam path. 2. Solve a generated problem at your current level. 3. Check your answer and read the worked solution. 4. Build mastery and return to mistakes that need another pass. Most skills are free, and Kinematics is free end to end. Premium unlocks the last skill of each topic, the exam-prep paths and detailed statistics. Subscription and lifetime options are shown in the app with local pricing before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel them in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://physics-zen.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://physics-zen.com/terms Support: contacts@trifoiltrailblazer.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Physics Zen at every 3 days against Formulary+'s monthly. 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
Both are free to download. Formulary+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Physics Zen sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Formulary+ ships an update monthly, Physics Zen every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Formulary+ | Physics Zen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 85 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ERDINC ERSOY | Ivan Terekhin |
In-app purchases
Formulary+
- Yearly$19.991 Year
- Lifetime$39.99
Physics Zen
- Physics Zen Weekly$3.997 Days
- Physics Zen Monthly$6.991 Month
- Physics Zen Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Physics Zen Lifetime$24.99
- Physics Zen Lifetime$29.99
- Physics Zen Lifetime$39.99









