# Photomath vs Math Solver

The clearest difference is ads: Photomath at none against Math Solver's shown. Photomath also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (733K vs 41). Math Solver's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photomath sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Math Solver sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Photomath holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photomath has 733K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Photomath's written reviews are positive against 50% of Math Solver's.

Photomath ships an update monthly, Math Solver every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photomath | Math Solver |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (733K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photomath/id919087726/reviews)** | [4.3 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-solver-take-photo-and-solve/id1621003277/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **733K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | **60.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#50** | — |
| Size | 30 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [HK FRIVER TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490982635) |

## What reviewers say

### Photomath

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

**Currently charting:** #50 Top Grossing · Education, #144 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


### Math Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/math-solver-take-photo-and-solve/id1621003277)

Instantly solve math problems by taking a photo or importing an image. Get step-by-step solutions for a wide range of math topics, from basic arithmetic to calculus. Includes a powerful calculator with conversion tools.

**Highlights:** Photo problem scanner, Step-by-step solutions, Math keyboard and editor, Basic to calculus math support, Basic & scientific calculator, Currency converter, Save calculations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photomath free?

Photomath 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, Photomath or Math Solver?

Photomath is rated higher. Photomath averages 4.8 out of 5 from 733K ratings, while Math Solver averages 4.3 from 41 ratings.

### Do Photomath or Math Solver have ads?

Math Solver shows ads; Photomath does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photomath or Math Solver?

Photomath ships an update monthly, and Math Solver every 4 days. Most recently, Photomath was updated on November 1, 2026 and Math Solver on October 24, 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.*