# Brainly vs Camera Math Solver

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Brainly at 284K against Camera Math Solver's 1.2K. Brainly also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#97 vs unranked). Camera Math Solver's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 55%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and Camera Math Solver sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Brainly against 4.6 for Camera Math Solver. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainly has 284K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Brainly's written reviews are positive against 68% of Camera Math Solver's.

Brainly ships an update weekly, Camera Math Solver every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainly | Camera Math Solver |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (284K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainly-your-personal-tutor/id745089947/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-math-solver-upstudy/id1532857459/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **284K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **67.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#97** | — |
| Size | 207 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brainly sp. z o o](https://appshunter.io/developer/585621527) | [CRAZYSLOTH PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531440496) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainly-your-personal-tutor/id745089947)

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app provides 24/7 on-demand tutoring for K-12 students in subjects like math, science, and English. It combines human tutors with AI support to offer step-by-step explanations for homework and test preparation, aiming for guaranteed grade improvement.

**Highlights:** 24/7 on-demand tutoring, Human tutors and AI support, Step-by-step explanations, Homework help, Test preparation, Math, science, English support, K-12 coverage

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Brainly Plus, Monthly | $2.00 | per month |
| Brainly Plus, Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Brainly Plus, Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Brainly Plus, Semi-annual | $13.49 | per 6 months |
| Brainly Plus, Annual | $15.00 | per year |
| Brainly Plus, Annual | $16.99 | per year |
| Brainly Tutor, Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Brainly Plus, Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Brainly Tutor, Annual | $95.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
- 👍 Detailed step-by-step explanations
- 👍 Responsive community of users
- 👍 Useful for various subjects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
- 💰 Paywall for full access and tutoring
- 🤖 Inaccurate or irrelevant answers from some users
- 🤖 Moderation issues with inappropriate content
- 🤖 Difficulty canceling subscriptions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or freezing
- Issues with login and account management
- Problems with uploading images and scanning questions
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete or edit questions and answers
- Option to sort questions by grade level
- Improved notification system
- Better integration between app and website
- More effective moderation and content control


### Camera Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-math-solver-upstudy/id1532857459)

Instantly solve academic questions by taking a photo. Get step-by-step explanations, ask follow-up questions, and receive writing assistance. Features include a math solver, AI tutor, and personalized learning sessions.

**Highlights:** Scan and solve academic questions, Step-by-step explanations, Math solver for various levels, AI and real tutor assistance, Writing and essay help, Customizable quizzes, Personalized daily learning

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CameraMath Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CameraMath Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| UpStudy Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Discount | $8.99 | per month |
| CameraMath Premium | $13.99 | per month |
| Secret Discount | $59.99 | per year |
| CameraMath Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| CameraMath Premium | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful and comprehensive
- 👍 Explains steps to solve problems
- 🤖 Accurate answers
- 💡 Useful for struggling students

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to unlock full features
- 🔍 Inconsistent problem recognition
- 🕰️ Slow response times from tutors
- 🤑 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers provided
- App crashes or freezes
- Issues with photo scanning

**Requested features**

- More free features without subscription
- Improved problem recognition
- Faster tutor response times
- Alternative solution steps
- Ability to edit/delete submitted problems


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainly free?

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

### Is Camera Math Solver free?

Camera Math Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Brainly or Camera Math Solver?

Brainly is rated higher. Brainly averages 4.7 out of 5 from 284K ratings, while Camera Math Solver averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Brainly or Camera Math Solver have ads?

Both Brainly and Camera Math Solver show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainly or Camera Math Solver?

Brainly ships an update weekly, and Camera Math Solver every 3 weeks. Most recently, Brainly was updated on October 2, 2026 and Camera Math Solver on October 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*