# Brainly vs Photomath

The clearest difference is ads: Photomath at none against Brainly's shown. Photomath also leads on chart position (#31 vs #94) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). Brainly's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and Photomath sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. 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 4.8 for Photomath. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 284K and 733K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Brainly's written reviews are positive against 51% of Photomath's.

Brainly ships an update weekly, Photomath monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainly | Photomath |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (284K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainly-your-personal-tutor/id745089947/reviews) | **[4.8 (733K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath/id919087726/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 284K | **733K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.1% of reviews** | 51.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #94 | **#31** |
| Size | 207 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brainly sp. z o o](https://appshunter.io/developer/585621527) | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainly

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

**Currently charting:** #94 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


### Photomath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath/id919087726)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Grossing · Education, #56 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

Scan any math problem to receive instant, step-by-step explanations and accurate solutions. This app breaks down complex problems into manageable steps, helping users understand the 'how' and 'why' of math. It supports a wide range of math topics, from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus.

**Highlights:** Scan math problems, Step-by-step explanations, Word problem solver, Interactive graphs, Multiple solution methods, Scientific calculator

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photomath Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Photomath Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| Photomath Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Photomath Plus | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Photomath Plus | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for homework and understanding concepts
- 👍 Provides step-by-step solutions and explanations
- 🤖 Accurate and reliable for solving equations
- 💡 Useful for checking work and learning from mistakes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for accessing step-by-step explanations
- 🔒 Concerns about using the app to cheat
- 🐛 Camera focusing issues and inability to solve certain problem types
- 💸 Expensive monthly subscription fee

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect answers or solutions provided for some problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices or operating systems

**Requested features**

- Support for word problems and more advanced math concepts
- Option to use front-facing camera for scanning
- Cheaper or one-time payment model instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainly free?

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

### Is Photomath free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainly or Photomath?

Photomath is rated higher. Brainly averages 4.7 out of 5 from 284K ratings, while Photomath averages 4.8 from 733K ratings.

### Do Brainly or Photomath have ads?

Brainly shows ads; Photomath does not.

### Which is updated more often, Brainly or Photomath?

Brainly ships an update weekly, and Photomath monthly. Most recently, Brainly was updated on September 24, 2026 and Photomath on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Brainly or Photomath?

Brainly currently peaks at #94 in the App Store charts, and Photomath at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*