Comparison

Maffs vs MakesSense

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

Head to head
About

Maffs

Features
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Master calculus — one problem at a time. Maffs generates unlimited practice problems across three core calculus courses. Whether you're prepping for AP Calculus, acing your college final, or brushing up on fundamentals, Maffs gives you the focused repetition you need to build real problem-solving confidence. THREE COURSES, UNLIMITED PROBLEMS ▸ Limits Direct substitution, factoring, rationalization, trigonometric limits, limits at infinity, L'Hôpital's rule, and the squeeze theorem. ▸ Derivative Calculus Power rule, product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, trig derivatives, exponential & logarithmic differentiation, implicit differentiation, and inverse trig. ▸ Integral Calculus Power rule, basic integrals, u-substitution, trig integrals, exponential & logarithmic integration, integration by parts, partial fractions, and trig identities. WHY STUDENTS LOVE MAFFS • Unlimited randomly generated problems — never run out of practice • Built-in LaTeX input with live preview — type math naturally • Step-by-step work tracking — show your work as you solve • Instant feedback — know immediately if you're right or wrong • Detailed solutions — learn from every mistake • Helpful hints — get unstuck without giving up • Streak tracking — build a daily practice habit • 28-day performance chart — see your progress over time • Beautiful dark mode — study comfortably day or night • No account required — start practicing instantly HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a course: Limits, Derivatives, or Integrals 2. Solve the randomly generated problem 3. Use the LaTeX input with quick symbol buttons 4. Add work steps to show your reasoning 5. Submit your answer and get instant feedback 6. Review the full solution and learn from it 7. Keep your streak alive by practicing daily Built for students who believe the best way to learn calculus is to practice calculus. No videos. No lectures. Just problems. Download Maffs and start your streak today.

About

MakesSense

This app provides step-by-step math solutions with clear, plain-language explanations. It covers a wide range of subjects from basic math to quantum physics, offering guided learning and interactive visuals to ensure understanding.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step math solver
  • Clear, plain-language explanations
  • Guided learning paths
  • Interactive visuals
  • Full graphing engine
  • Covers 11 math subjects
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MakesSense — the math app that actually teaches. Other apps give you answers. MakesSense shows you how — step by step, in plain language, with the exact transformation and why it works. From Basic Math through Quantum Physics, every problem is broken down into clear, structured steps so you never feel lost. No skipped logic. No black boxes. Just math that finally clicks. Basic Math is free, with no time limit. Why MakesSense: Step-by-step solutions you can actually follow Clear explanations that help you understand, not memorize Guided learning that keeps you on track Learn the way you should have been taught. — What's inside: Step-by-step solver across 13 subjects — Basic Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry,Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics, Linear Algebra, Infinity Math, Physics, and Quantum Physics 45+ guided templates — choose a topic and problem type with structured input Interactive visuals on every topic — explore shapes, equations, and concepts in 2D, 3D, and beyond Full graphing engine — trace mode, parameter sliders, step-by-step graphing, conics, inequalities, animated transforms, derivative overlay, integral accumulation, domain & range detection, and screenshot sharing Custom math keyboard designed for speed Topic-locked solving — the app never jumps ahead of what you're learning No other app combines teaching, solving, graphing, and interactive visuals in one experience. Built for students who want to actually understand math. — What's Free and What's Premium Free, with no time limit: all of Basic Math, with the same full step-by-step teaching — not a preview. Premium: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics, Linear Algebra, Infinity Math, Physics, and Quantum Physics — plus the full graphing engine and all interactive visuals. Try Premium free for 3 days, then $1.99/month or $19.99/year. Cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. — Terms of Use: https://dormeusapps.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://dormeusapps.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Maffs4 screens
MakesSense4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Maffs at none against MakesSense's 2. Maffs also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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. MakesSense sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Maffs asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Maffs versus MakesSense: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaffsMakesSense
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProspre Nutrition Inc.RUBINS DORMEUS

In-app purchases

None

Maffs

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MakesSense

Subscriptions2
  • MakesSense Premium Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • MakesSense Premium Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Maffs free?
Maffs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MakesSense free?
MakesSense is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Maffs or MakesSense have ads?
Neither Maffs nor MakesSense shows ads.

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