Comparison

Polymath vs Math Solver

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

Head to head
About

Polymath

Instantly get step-by-step solutions to math and science problems by simply taking a photo. It explains the reasoning behind each step, not just the answer, and includes a scientific calculator and unit converter.

Highlights
  • Photo recognition for homework problems
  • Step-by-step solution explanations
  • Supports algebra, geometry, chemistry, physics
  • Built-in scientific calculator
  • Unit converter
  • Solution history for review
Features
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Stuck on a problem? Point your camera at it. Polymath reads your homework and walks you through the solution step by step — not just the answer, but why each step works. HOW IT WORKS Take a photo of any problem, crop to what you need, and get a clear explanation in seconds. WORKS ACROSS SUBJECTS Algebra, geometry, precalculus, chemistry, physics and more. Printed or handwritten. BUILT-IN TOOLS A full scientific calculator with trig, logarithms, roots and combinatorics, plus a unit converter for length, mass, temperature, volume and more. YOUR HISTORY Every solution is saved so you can go back and review before a test. FREE TO START New users get 10 free questions. Earn more by watching a short video, or go unlimited with Polymath Pro. Polymath Pro is an auto-renewing subscription at $2.99/week or $59.99/year. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Math Solver

Instantly solve math problems by taking a photo. Get clear, step-by-step explanations and visual aids to truly understand concepts. Practice problems and chat with a math tutor for personalized help.

Highlights
  • Solve problems with photo recognition
  • Step-by-step solution explanations
  • Visual explanations, graphs, and plots
  • Covers all math subjects
  • Chat with an AI math tutor
  • Practice mode for reinforcement
  • Built-in smart calculator
Features
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Snap a math problem, get a step-by-step answer in seconds. From algebra and geometry to calculus and statistics — your pocket math tutor never sleeps. 【 SOLVE BY PHOTO 】 Point your camera at any math problem and let the AI scanner read the question, identify what's being asked, and walk you through the solution. Works on printed textbooks, handwritten notes, equations, and worksheets. 【 AI CHAT FOR MATH 】 Stuck on a concept? Ask follow-up questions in plain English and get patient, tutor-style explanations. Great for clearing up confusion before a test or quiz. 【 GRAPHS & VISUAL EXPLANATIONS 】 See math instead of just reading it. Visualize functions, plot graphs, explore geometry, and understand difficult concepts with clear visual explanations. 【 SMART MATH CALCULATOR 】 Solve equations, calculate expressions, convert units, and work through advanced math problems with a powerful built-in calculator designed for school and college. 【 HOMEWORK HELPER THAT TEACHES 】 Every answer comes with the reasoning, not just the result — so you learn the method and can solve the next problem on your own. Whether you're preparing for a middle school test or working through calculus in college, Math AI turns confusion into clarity. Built for students who want to actually understand math. Download Math AI and ace your next math assignment. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/mathai-mathsolver/privacy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/mathai-mathsolver/terms

Screenshots

Polymath3 screens
Math Solver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Math Solver at none against Polymath's shown. Math Solver also leads on ratings volume (10 vs 1) and iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.2). Polymath's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Polymath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Math Solver sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Polymath against 5.0 for Math Solver. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Math Solver has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Polymath ships an update every 3 days, Math Solver weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Polymath versus Math Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolymathMath Solver
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings110 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.218.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developermarco Antonio TricaricoLiudmyla Oleksa

Customer experience

Polymath

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Math Solver

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Polymath

Subscriptions2
  • Polymath Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Polymath Pro Annual$59.991 Year
4 purchases

Math Solver

Subscriptions4
  • One week access with trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • One week access with trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • Math AI – Yearly$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Polymath free?
Polymath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Math Solver free?
Math Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Polymath or Math Solver?
Polymath and Math Solver are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 10 ratings respectively.
Do Polymath or Math Solver have ads?
Polymath shows ads; Math Solver does not.
Which is updated more often, Polymath or Math Solver?
Polymath ships an update every 3 days, and Math Solver weekly. Most recently, Polymath was updated on October 31, 2026 and Math Solver on October 31, 2026.

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