Best Algebra Calculator Scan Apps

221+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 221+ algebra calculator scan apps on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Algebra Calculator Scan

Calculator ##1

Calculator # by Incpt.Mobis

Scientific Calculator
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.6😐(36K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This multi-function calculator offers basic to advanced scientific and algebraic computations. It includes features like handwriting recognition, equation solvers, and 2D graphing, making it suitable for students and professionals. In-app purchases unlock advanced capabilities.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸš€ Powerful functionality
  • πŸ’‘ Helpful for math classes
  • ⭐ Great for students

Room to Improve

  • πŸ” Confusing interface after update
  • πŸ“’ Too many intrusive ads
  • πŸ’° Paywall for advanced features
Mathway: Math Problem Solver#2

Mathway: Math Problem Solver by Chegg, Inc.

Homework scanner & calculator
Strong Contender
πŸ“š Education
4.9😊(425K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Solve math problems instantly by taking a photo or typing your question. Get step-by-step solutions for algebra, graphing, calculus, and more. Understand complex math concepts with unlimited access to answers.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Reliable and accurate
  • πŸ‘ Helpful for math homework and studying
  • πŸš€ Fast and efficient
  • πŸ‘ Explains step-by-step solutions

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Subscription required for full features
  • πŸ› Inconsistent performance, crashes
  • πŸ” Difficulty cropping/uploading photos
Calculator for iPad!#3

Calculator for iPad! by 7th Gear

Basic & Scientific Calculator
Worth Considering
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.7😊(60K ratings)
Free
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This app offers both basic and scientific calculation modes with over 30 scientific operations. It allows for customization of the app's appearance and includes features for note-taking, drawing, and viewing calculation history. It supports high accuracy calculations and nested parentheses.

What We Love

  • πŸ“ Versatile calculator with basic and scientific modes
  • πŸ“ Useful note-taking and calculation history features
  • 🎨 Customizable color schemes
  • πŸ’» Works well on both iPad and iPhone

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Ads can be intrusive in free version
  • πŸ”’ Lack of transparency around in-app purchases
  • πŸ” Difficulty finding and accessing premium features

More Algebra Calculator Scan apps to explore

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Math AI Homework Helper,Solver
Math AI Homework Helper,Solver
Math AI Homework Helper,Solver
Algebra calculator free of ads
Free

This app provides instant, step-by-step solutions for a wide range of math problems, from basic arithmetic to calculus. Users can scan math problems with their camera and receive detailed explanations, multiple solving methods, and graphing tools. It's designed to help students understand and solve challenging math questions quickly.

Scan math problems with cameraStep-by-step explanationsGraphing calculator
πŸ“š Education
(30K)
free with in-app purchases
5
CalculatorΒ·
CalculatorΒ·
CalculatorΒ·
Big Basic Calculator
Free

This app offers a straightforward calculation experience, focusing on essential functions without unnecessary complexity. It includes basic arithmetic, percentage calculations, and advanced functions like square root. Users can customize the appearance with multiple color schemes and utilize features like result copying and split-screen multitasking on iPad.

Basic arithmetic operationsPercentage calculationsMultiple color schemes
πŸ”§ Utilities
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Calculator ∞
Calculator ∞
Calculator ∞
The Best Scientific Calculator
$5.99

This advanced calculator app offers a powerful math core and algebra engine for basic to complex calculations. It includes features like step-by-step solutions, handwriting recognition, and 2D graphing, making it suitable for students, engineers, and programmers.

Step-by-step solution hintsMath Photos SolverHandwriting Recognition
πŸ“š Education
(6.2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Calculator +
Calculator +
Calculator +
Scientific Calc Plus Fraction
Free

This app offers a free basic and scientific calculator with an intuitive interface. It supports fractions, percentages, and advanced editing. Optional upgrades provide specialized calculators for fractions with units, polynomial and linear equation solving, graphing, and geometric shapes.

Free basic and scientific calculatorIntuitive interface with equation and result displayFraction and percent support
πŸ”§ Utilities
(9.6K)
free with in-app purchases
8
GraphNCalc83
GraphNCalc83
GraphNCalc83
Graphing calculator
$12.99

This app offers a powerful graphing calculator experience with touch-based input for enhanced interaction. It supports natural textbook notation, advanced math functions, and various plotting capabilities. Users can also utilize its programming features and built-in tools like unit conversion and a periodic table.

Touch-based graphing and editingNatural textbook notation inputAdvanced math and statistical functions
πŸ“š Education
(3.8K)
paid
9
Symbolab - AI Math Solver App
Symbolab - AI Math Solver App
Symbolab - AI Math Solver App
Calculator & Photo Solver
Free

Solve any math problem by typing it in or taking a photo. Get step-by-step solutions for subjects from pre-algebra to calculus. This AI-powered tool offers personalized learning and insights for over 300 million users.

Photo math solverStep-by-step solutionsCalculus calculator
πŸ“š Education
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Graphing Calculator Plus AI
Graphing Calculator Plus AI
Graphing Calculator Plus AI
Scientific Graphing Calculator
$5.99

This app serves as a powerful scientific graphing calculator, offering advanced mathematical functions and graphing capabilities. It includes a built-in AI assistant for math queries and a comprehensive user manual. Ideal for students and professionals needing complex calculations and visualizations.

Scientific and graphing calculatorAI-powered math assistantComplex number calculations
πŸ“š Education
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc
Taculator 84 Graphing Calc
Statistics, Matrix + Graph
Free

This advanced calculator app offers comprehensive tools for high school and college students, covering everything from pre-algebra to calculus and statistics. It features high-resolution graphing, matrix operations, and detailed statistical analysis, all accessible through an intuitive interface.

Scientific and advanced math functionsHigh-resolution graphing and plottingMatrix operations and storage
πŸ“š Education
(7.5K)
free with in-app purchases
12
SnapCalc - Math Problem Solver
SnapCalc - Math Problem Solver
SnapCalc - Math Problem Solver
Camera Calculator for Homework
Free

Instantly solve math problems by taking a photo. Get step-by-step explanations for algebra, calculus, and more. Practice with quizzes and access educational resources.

Camera-based math problem solvingStep-by-step solution explanationsRecognizes handwritten problems
πŸ“š Education
(42K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Calculator for iPadβ‚Š
Calculator for iPadβ‚Š
Calculator for iPadβ‚Š
Basic, Scientific, Plus Calc
Free

This app offers both basic and advanced scientific calculations with an intuitive interface designed for tablets and phones. It includes features like currency conversion, calculation history, and the ability to share results. An optional premium membership removes ads and provides enhanced support.

Basic & Scientific CalculatorAdvanced Scientific FunctionsLive Currency Converter
πŸ”§ Utilities
(126K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Scientific Calculator Plus 991
Scientific Calculator Plus 991
Scientific Calculator Plus 991
Designed for math calculator
Free

This app is a powerful scientific calculator with graphing capabilities, a formula library, and a unit converter. It offers natural display input, advanced math functions for algebra, calculus, and statistics, and supports various number bases and formats.

Natural display inputGraphing moduleFormula library
πŸ“š Education
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
15
PhotoMath Solver AI: MathBox
PhotoMath Solver AI: MathBox
PhotoMath Solver AI: MathBox
Algebra Calculator AI Homework
Free

Instantly solve and learn any math problem by taking a photo. Get step-by-step solutions and clear explanations for algebra, calculus, and more. This AI-powered tutor helps students of all levels understand math concepts better and faster.

Photo math problem solverStep-by-step AI explanationsHandles typed and handwritten problems
πŸ“š Education
(13K)
freemium
16
Calculatorβ‚Š
Calculatorβ‚Š
Calculatorβ‚Š
Basic, Scientific, Plus Calc
Free

This app offers a comprehensive suite of calculation tools, including basic, scientific, and unit conversion functions. It features an AI-powered math solver that can solve problems from photos and a dedicated math notes section for jotting down equations and diagrams. Accessibility options like dynamic text size and VoiceOver support are also included.

Basic and scientific calculationsUnit and currency converterAI-powered math solver with photo recognition
πŸ”§ Utilities
(1.7M)
free with in-app purchases
17
Calculator Air: AI Math Solver
Calculator Air: AI Math Solver
Calculator Air: AI Math Solver
Basic, Scientific & Photo Math
Free

Solve math problems instantly with a powerful AI-driven calculator. Features include basic and scientific calculations, a photo math solver, and an AI homework helper for step-by-step explanations. Ideal for students and professionals needing quick, accurate math solutions.

Basic and scientific calculatorPhoto math solverAI homework helper
πŸ”§ Utilities
(81K)
subscription
18
Color Calculator-smart&cute
Color Calculator-smart&cute
Color Calculator-smart&cute
Cute calculator app with theme
Free

This app offers a customizable and fast calculator experience with a wide variety of themes. It includes scientific and standard modes, real-time results, and calculation history. Personalize your math with over 60 cute and colorful themes, including animated options.

60+ free cute and colorful themesExclusive dynamic and special themesScientific & Standard calculator modes
πŸ”§ Utilities
(15K)
freemium
19
Math Answer Scanner: Alphamath
Math Answer Scanner: Alphamath
Math Answer Scanner: Alphamath
Homework Calculator & Helper
Free

Instantly solve math problems by snapping a photo. Get clear, step-by-step explanations for a wide range of math topics, from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus. Review past problems with a history log.

Photo math problem scannerHandwritten problem supportStep-by-step solutions
πŸ“š Education
(543)
free with in-app purchases
20
MathPapa - Algebra Calculator
MathPapa - Algebra Calculator
MathPapa - Algebra Calculator
Algebra Calculator & Solver
Free

This app provides step-by-step solutions to algebra problems, helping users understand how to solve equations and inequalities. It can also graph equations, factor expressions, and evaluate mathematical expressions.

Step-by-step equation solvingLinear and quadratic equation solverLinear and quadratic inequality solver
πŸ“š Education
(17K)
freemium