Overview
Photomath — Learn math, check homework and study for upcoming tests and ACTs
Photomath is the world's most popular math learning app. Point your camera at any math problem — from basic arithmetic to calculus — and get instant step-by-step solutions with explanations. Downloaded over 300 million times, it's the #1 math education app globally.
Camera-based problem scanning
Step-by-step solutions
Multiple solution methods
Graphing calculator
Features & capabilities
Everything it does, in plain English.
FeatureCamera-based problem scanningIncluded
FeatureStep-by-step solutionsIncluded
FeatureMultiple solution methodsIncluded
FeatureGraphing calculatorIncluded
FeatureWord problem solvingIncluded
PlatformsiOS · Android · Web
The honest take
Where it shines, where it stumbles.
✓ Pros
- ✓300M+ downloads (proven tool)
- ✓Excellent step-by-step explanations
- ✓Works offline
! Watch-outs
- !Encourages bypassing thinking
- !Plus required for advanced features
- !Handwritten math less accurate
Who it's for
Where Photomath pays for itself fast.
— Use case
Math homework
— Use case
Test preparation
— Use case
Learning math concepts
— Use case
Algebra through calculus
Community reviews
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M
★★★★★
2 months ago
Incredible — highly recommend
Worth every penny. The AI doesn't just suggest — it learns from my preferences over time. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all.
A
★★★★★
2 months ago
Worth every cent
This is exactly what I was looking for. The interface is intuitive enough that I didn't need to read any docs. The ROI was clear within the first week of using it. Best tool in this category, hands down.
R
★★★★★
2 months ago
Blew away all expectations
Game changer for my workflow. My team adopted this immediately after I shared it with them.
S
★★★★★
2 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Best-in-class, period. Pricing is fair for the value you get. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all. Highly recommend.
E
★★★★★
4 months ago
Changed how I work completely
This is exactly what I was looking for. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all. Performance is fast — no noticeable latency even on large inputs. Keep up the great work, team.
N
★★★★★
5 months ago
Blew away all expectations
Game changer for my workflow. The API is well-documented and easy to work with. The AI doesn't just suggest — it learns from my preferences over time. Best tool in this category, hands down.
D
★★★★★
5 months ago
Really good — a few things to improve
Works really well for my use case. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all. The ROI was clear within the first week of using it. Keep up the great work, team.
B
★★★★★
5 months ago
Worth every cent
Can't imagine working without it now. Performance is fast — no noticeable latency even on large inputs. A staple in my tech stack now.
P
★★★★★
6 months ago
Disappointing experience
Disappointed with the experience. The interface is intuitive enough that I didn't need to read any docs. Occasional slowdowns during peak hours.
L
★★★★★
7 months ago
Happy with my subscription
Pleasantly surprised by the quality. The API is well-documented and easy to work with. The outputs require minimal editing — saves so much back-and-forth. Customer support response times could be faster.
L
★★★★★
8 months ago
Exactly what I needed
Seriously impressive. The outputs require minimal editing — saves so much back-and-forth. My team adopted this immediately after I shared it with them. My team is very happy with the results.
B
★★★★★
10 months ago
Outstanding experience
One of the best investments I've made. Works consistently across all my devices and browsers.
C
★★★★★
10 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Blown away by the quality. The outputs require minimal editing — saves so much back-and-forth. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all.
T
★★★★★
11 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Worth every penny. I've recommended this to at least 10 colleagues already. Highly recommend.
J
★★★★★
1 years ago
Great tool, minor quibbles
Strong product with room to grow. The collaboration features are genuinely well thought-out. My team adopted this immediately after I shared it with them. Occasional slowdowns during peak hours. Will continue using this long-term.
K
★★★★★
1 years ago
Incredible — highly recommend
This is exactly what I was looking for. Integration with my existing tools was seamless — no friction at all. It handles edge cases better than anything else I've tried. The accuracy has improved significantly with recent model updates. A staple in my tech stack now.
M
★★★★★
1 years ago
Incredible — highly recommend
Absolutely love this tool. It integrates well with VS Code / Slack / Notion — my daily drivers. Highly recommend.
N
★★★★★
1 years ago
Outstanding experience
Exceeded all my expectations. Customer support responded within hours and solved my issue. My team adopted this immediately after I shared it with them. Would recommend to anyone in my industry.
S
★★★★★
1 years ago
Worth every cent
Blown away by the quality. Pricing is fair for the value you get. Looking forward to seeing how it improves.
C
★★★★★
1 years ago
Worth every cent
Blown away by the quality. The output quality surprised me — it actually sounds human. Pricing is fair for the value you get. The recent updates have addressed most of my initial concerns. My team is very happy with the results.
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