Photomath review

Photomath is the fastest way to see how a math problem is solved. You point your phone's camera at a problem, including word problems, or type it into the smart calculator, and a solution appears, sometimes with more than one method to choose from. Its site lists coverage from elementary math to algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics and calculus. The free Basic plan already includes step-by-step explanations, which is more than many paid apps offer. Paid plans cost $9.99 billed monthly or $69.99 billed annually and add custom visual aids and extra tips on how and why each step works. The catch is that Photomath leads with the answer. A motivated student can study each step, but a tired one can simply copy it, so parents who worry about that should pair it with a tutor that asks questions first, such as Khanmigo or ChatGPT's study mode.

Who it is for

math students from elementary school to college

Price

Free Basic plan; Plus is $9.99 per month or $69.99 per year.

Billed Monthly $9.99 USD
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• Scan a problem with the camera, including word problems
• Smart calculator for typing a problem
• Multiple solving methods for some problems
• Step-by-step explanations on the free Basic plan
• Custom visual aids and extra how and why tips

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Free plan already shows step-by-step explanations
• Strength: Covers elementary math through calculus and statistics
• Strength: Annual plan works out cheaper than monthly
• Weakness: Math only
• Weakness: Shows the solution first, so it is easy to copy
• Weakness: Plus costs more per month than Khanmigo

Key facts

• Free plan: Yes, Basic at $0
• Plus monthly: $9.99
• Plus yearly: $69.99
• Levels: Elementary through college
• Topics: Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, calculus

Where it ranks

Photomath is No. 4 in our Best AI Tutors verdict.