MathPad solves and teaches math with photo OCR, an AI tutor, and a multi-format editor across major platforms.
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Best Math Solver Apps 2026
Facts read 29 Sep 2026 – 19 Oct 2026
Math solver apps help you work through math problems. This guide is for readers comparing options for a phone, tablet, or computer.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 MathPad | MathPad solves and teaches math with photo OCR, an AI tutor, and a multi-format editor across major platforms. | 6.3 | $14.99 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 02 Mathway | Mathway solves typed or photographed math problems across subjects including algebra, calculus, and statistics. | 6.2 | $39.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 19 Oct 2026 |
| 03 CameraMath | CameraMath solves math from photos, screenshots, handwriting, or text on Android, iOS, web, extensions, and API. | 6.0 | $59.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Browser extension | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 04 Photomath | Photomath scans math and word problems with a phone camera and provides step-by-step solutions. | 5.8 | $69.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad | 29 Sep 2026 |
| 05 MalMath | MalMath solves math problems with steps and graphs on Android, iOS, and web, including offline. | 5.7 | $24.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 5 Oct 2026 |
| 06 PocketMath | PocketMath provides step-by-step solutions for math, chemistry, and physics from text, photos, or PDFs. | 5.7 | $48.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 07 SnapXam | SnapXam may suit students who want worked explanations for math problems and teachers preparing practice worksheets or tests. | 5.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 4 Oct 2026 |
| 08 Solvely | Solvely runs on Android, iOS, the web and an extension, solving photographed, PDF or typed homework step by step. | 5.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Browser extension | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 09 Math AI | Math AI runs on Android, iOS and macOS with scanned or typed questions, explanations and a graphing calculator. | 5.6 | €44.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Mac | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 10 Mathos AI | Mathos AI solves math problems with hints or worked steps and includes study tools and whiteboard tutoring. | 5.6 | $5.98 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Browser extension | 9 Oct 2026 |
Compare free plans and paid pricing, photo and handwriting input, step-by-step explanations, subject coverage, platform coverage, and offline mode.
Mathway
Mathway solves typed or photographed math problems across subjects including algebra, calculus, and statistics.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2CameraMath
CameraMath solves math from photos, screenshots, handwriting, or text on Android, iOS, web, extensions, and API.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2Photomath
Photomath scans math and word problems with a phone camera and provides step-by-step solutions.
AndroidiPhone & iPadMalMath
MalMath solves math problems with steps and graphs on Android, iOS, and web, including offline.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWebPocketMath provides step-by-step solutions for math, chemistry, and physics from text, photos, or PDFs.
SnapXam may suit students who want worked explanations for math problems and teachers preparing practice worksheets or tests.
Solvely runs on Android, iOS, the web and an extension, solving photographed, PDF or typed homework step by step.
Math AI runs on Android, iOS and macOS with scanned or typed questions, explanations and a graphing calculator.
Mathos AI solves math problems with hints or worked steps and includes study tools and whiteboard tutoring.
MathPapa runs on Android, iOS and the web with step-by-step algebra, lessons, practice and graphing tools.
Xcas runs across desktop, mobile and web systems with computer algebra, graphs, geometry, statistics and programming.
AllMath solves typed or image-uploaded math problems and offers study guides and practice tests.
FastMath runs on iOS and macOS, scanning worksheets for multiple questions and showing step-by-step solutions.
Mathos AI solves typed or photographed math questions and PDFs, with steps, hints, videos, and quizzes.
PARI/GP is a free, open-source math system for number theory on desktop, mobile, and web platforms.
Symbolab runs on Android, iOS, the web and an extension with step-by-step math, photo input and personalized practice.
Ada+Max helps children with math homework by explaining photographed problems and checking completed work.
GoMim solves typed or photographed math problems with step-by-step solutions on mobile and desktop browsers.
Cymath suits students who want worked math solutions across algebra, calculus, and graphing.
Solve4Success runs on the web with typed, LaTeX, natural-language, photo or drawn input and step-by-step math.
AI Mathbot answers math questions with worked steps and offers worksheets, revision guides, and exam support.
Before you choose
Match the input to your problem
Compare photo input and handwriting input before choosing. The list tracks both, so check the details for the app you are considering.
Look at the explanation options
Step-by-step explanations are one of the comparison points. If you want to follow a solution rather than focus on the answer, check whether the app offers this feature.
Choose for your device
Platform coverage varies across web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux. Confirm that an app supports the device you plan to use, and check its offline mode if you need access without a connection.
Compare free and paid options
Check whether a free plan meets your needs, then compare any paid price and trial terms. MathPad lists a free plan and a paid option from $14.99 per month; Ada+Max lists a free plan and a paid option from $6.99 per month.
Check subject coverage
Subject coverage is a comparison point, but the available facts do not specify the subjects for individual apps. Check the app's own details for the areas of math you need.