Steply vs PikaLearn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Steply
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Steply solves any math problem and shows you every step β so you actually understand it. Point your camera at a printed or handwritten problem, or type it in, and get a clear, fully-worked solution in seconds. Every answer is double-checked by a verification pass, so you can trust it. WHAT MAKES STEPLY DIFFERENT β’ The steps are ALWAYS free. We never hide the worked solution behind a paywall. β’ Learn mode: a Socratic tutor that guides you to the next step instead of just handing over the answer β built to help you learn, not cheat. β’ Verified accuracy: each answer is independently checked, with an honest "double-check" flag when something's tricky. β’ Practice: generate similar problems and a quick self-quiz to lock in the method. β’ Ask follow-ups: "why did you do that step?" β like a tutor in your pocket. COVERS Arithmetic, fractions, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus (limits, derivatives, integrals), statistics, systems of equations, and word problems. PREMIUM Steply Premium unlocks unlimited solves, Learn mode, and Practice. The basic step-by-step solution is always free. β’ Weekly $5.99 (3-day free trial) β’ Yearly $49.99 (7-day free trial) Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Steply is a learning aid designed to help students understand math. Privacy Policy: https://betteryouknow.github.io/steply/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://betteryouknow.github.io/steply/terms.html
PikaLearn
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Type any topic. Get a playable quiz course in minutes. PikaLearn turns curiosity into a short path of quiz levels β history, science, slang, exam prep, hobbies, or something niche. Create it, climb it, finish it. Miss a question and you get a clear explanation before you move on. HOW IT WORKS 1. Type a topic you want to learn. 2. PikaLearn builds a path of bite-size quiz levels. 3. Play Level 1 right away. 4. Miss a question? Read the explanation, then keep going. 5. Climb until you finish the topic. WHY PEOPLE USE IT β’ Custom courses from topics you choose β not a fixed catalog β’ Short quizzes made for focused practice β’ Mistake explanations that teach the right answer β’ Visible progress so you always know whatβs next β’ Optional Quiz Rush and friend duels when you want a push Same loop every time: create a topic, play the quizzes, lock in the knowledge. Great for self-study, trivia practice, exam prep, or flashcard-style drills. Ages 13+. Free includes full courses on a 2-topic active shelf. Terms of Use (EULA): https://pikalearn.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://pikalearn.com/privacy/ Support: https://pikalearn.com/support/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PikaLearn at 15.0 against Steply's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Steply sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and PikaLearn sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Steply | PikaLearn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Taylan Karadeniz | Sang Park |
In-app purchases
Steply
- Steply Premium (Weekly)$5.997 Days
- Steply Premium (Annual)$49.991 Year
PikaLearn
- Plus Monthly$7.991 Month
- Plus Annual$49.991 Year
- Plus Lifetime$99.99









