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Photomath

Math help app with step-by-step explanations

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Photomath is a mobile app that helps learners work through math problems by scanning them with a camera or entering them in a smart calculator. It provides step-by-step solutions, visual aids, and explanations of how and why each step works, covering elementary math through college-level topics such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and calculus. The app supports word problems and offers multiple solution methods for a given problem.

Photomath is designed for learners, parents, and teachers. It is packaged with a free Basic plan that includes step-by-step explanations, custom visual aids, and extra how-and-why tips. Paid editions are available on monthly and annual billing, with a trial option, and include the same core features.

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