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Photomath

Helps you solve math problems step-by-step.

Checked 4 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since August 2024

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At a glance

Starts at $9.99 per month Includes step-by-step explanations, custom visual aids, and extra 'how' & 'why' tips for the first plan.
Free tier Yes, limited
Platforms Web
Best for Students, parents, and teachers
Not for Word problem solvers

4.0 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

Photomath is great for learning and understanding math concepts through detailed steps. However, it may not be ideal for those seeking advanced problem-solving strategies or detailed explanations beyond the basics.

✓What it does well

Step-by-step solutionsDetailed breakdown of each math problem.
Wide range of subjectsServes from elementary to college-level math topics.
Accessible anytime, anywhereScan problems with the camera or use a smart calculator.

✕Where it falls short

Does not handle word problems well without scanningManual input of word problems may result in errors.
Limited advanced math topicsAdvanced calculus and some higher-level subjects are underrepresented.
Free tier limitedBasic plan is free but lacks additional features like visual aids.

Key features

Step-by-step explanationsDetailed breakdown of math problems and solutions.
Smart calculatorInput problems manually or scan them with the camera.
Multiple solution methodsProvides different approaches to solving a problem.
advanced calculus supportprovides detailed solutions for advanced calculus problems

Questions about Photomath

What does Photomath do?

Photomath helps users solve math problems step by step. Problems can be scanned with the camera or entered in a smart calculator, and the tool gives a detailed breakdown of each solution, with different approaches to solving a problem. The reviewer says it is great for learning and understanding math concepts.

Is Photomath free?

Photomath has a limited free tier, as the basic plan is free but lacks extras such as visual aids. Paid access costs $9.99 billed monthly, or $69.99 billed annually, and adds custom visual aids and extra how and why tips on top of the step-by-step explanations.

Can Photomath solve word problems?

Word problems are a weak spot. The reviewer notes that Photomath does not handle word problems well without scanning, and manual input of word problems may result in errors. Toolio lists it as not for word problem solvers.

Who is Photomath for?

Toolio lists Photomath as best for students, parents and teachers. It covers topics from elementary to college-level math, but the reviewer says it may not suit those seeking advanced problem-solving strategies or detailed explanations beyond the basics. It scores 4.0 out of 5 on Toolio.

What are some alternatives to Photomath?

Toolio lists Study Potion AI, Math Solver, SnapXam and Theta Wise AI as alternatives to Photomath. SnapXam gives step-by-step solutions from photos of work, Math Solver pitches itself as a Duolingo for math, and Theta Wise AI is an AI study partner for STEM classes.

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