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Photomath

com.microblink.photomath · Google LLC

Current version ?
8.48.0
Rating
4.3 ★★★★★74,578 reviews
Downloads
100,000,000+Google Play range
Monetization
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What Users Say

Among the reviews analyzed, Photomath is praised for its accurate camera scanning, step-by-step solutions, and powerful calculator, making it a valuable tool for many students. However, a recurring theme was frustration over the paywall for detailed explanations, which many feel undermines its educational value. Camera scanning issues, inability to solve word problems or geometry, and subscription costs were also commonly cited. Some sampled reviews reported that the free version still provides basic answers, but the app is best suited for those who need help with algebraic and computational math and are willing to pay for in-depth explanations. It is less ideal for users needing advanced problem types or who require offline access.

What users like

  • Step-by-step solving explanations
    Many reviewers valued the app's ability to show detailed solution steps, which helped them understand problem-solving methods and check their work.
  • Camera scanning capability
    Reviewers frequently praised the camera-based problem scanning, noting it was quick, convenient, and handled handwritten or printed equations well.
  • Accuracy and reliability for various math levels
    Users reported that the app correctly solved a wide range of problems, from basic arithmetic to algebra and calculus, with high accuracy most of the time.
  • In-app calculator and graphing
    The built-in scientific calculator and graphing capabilities were highlighted as useful features for solving equations and visualizing functions.

Common concerns

  • Paywall for step-by-step explanations
    A recurring complaint was that detailed explanations, once free, are now locked behind a subscription, reducing the app's utility for learning.
  • Camera scanning issues
    Many users experienced problems with the camera scanner, including difficulty focusing, misreading numbers, and failing to capture the entire problem.
  • Inability to solve certain problem types
    Reviewers noted that the app often failed on word problems, geometry, graphs, and more advanced math, limiting its usefulness.
  • Subscription cost and billing issues
    Complaints included high subscription prices, difficulty canceling, unexpected charges, and lack of refunds.
Based on 500 Google Play reviews · Updated Aug 29, 2026

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