# MathNote vs Typeset Typst

The clearest difference is rating: MathNote at 5.0 against Typeset Typst's 4.3. MathNote also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Typeset Typst's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MathNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Typeset Typst asks for nothing beyond the download.

MathNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathNote | Typeset Typst |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnote-for-research/id6766287782/reviews)** | [4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typeset-typst/id6781494180/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 8 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kihun Nam](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896267048) | [Twarge LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781456673) |

## What reviewers say

### MathNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathnote-for-research/id6766287782)

A document editor for researchers and students that supports live rendering of LaTeX and Markdown notes with full math capabilities. It integrates with AI apps, allowing you to bundle notes, photos, and PDFs for analysis and verification.

**Highlights:** Live preview with KaTeX math rendering, LaTeX and Markdown editing, Attach photos and reference PDFs, LaTeX-friendly keyboard, Diff panel for change review, Ask AI for proof verification and reformatting, Customizable prompts for AI assistance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ask AI Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Ask AI Annual | $12.99 | per year |


### Typeset Typst

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typeset-typst/id6781494180)

This app allows users to write and compile Typst documents on Apple devices. It offers a live PDF preview alongside the source code and integrates a language server for enhanced editing features like autocomplete and signature hints.

**Highlights:** Typst document compilation, Live PDF preview, Side-by-side source and preview, Tinymist language server integration, Autocomplete and signature hints, Package universe support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathNote free?

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

### Is Typeset Typst free?

Typeset Typst is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MathNote or Typeset Typst?

MathNote is rated higher. MathNote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Typeset Typst averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do MathNote or Typeset Typst have ads?

Neither MathNote nor Typeset Typst shows ads.

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