Photomath

Photomath, now part of Google following a 2023 acquisition, offers a genuinely usable free plan with unlimited basic step-by-step math solutions requiring no account. Photomath Plus costs $9.99/month or $69.99/year (approximately $5.83/month, a roughly 50% savings), adding animated tutorials and textbook-matched solutions.

Its continued operation as a standalone product within Google's broader lineup — rather than being absorbed or discontinued — reflects a real commitment to maintaining the Photomath brand and experience post-acquisition, with pricing remaining consistent in 2026 and the annual subscription's substantial discount continuing to reward committed users over monthly billing.

It's aimed at students needing math problem-solving help, with the free plan's genuinely unlimited basic step-by-step solutions providing real value at no cost, while Plus's animated tutorials and textbook-matched solutions serve students wanting deeper conceptual understanding beyond just the answer — the annual plan's roughly 50% savings makes it the practical choice for students planning to use it throughout a school year. See our Education tools directory for related tools like Numerade and IXL Learning.

Step-by-step math solving

Solves math problems with step-by-step explanations, unlimited on the free plan.

Animated tutorial learning

Learns math concepts through animated tutorials, available on Plus.

Textbook-matched solutions

Gets solutions matched to specific textbooks, available on Plus.

Is Photomath free?

Yes, unlimited basic step-by-step solutions are free with no account required.

How much does Photomath Plus cost?

$9.99/month or $69.99/year (roughly $5.83/month), a ~50% savings on annual billing.

Who owns Photomath now?

Google, following a 2023 acquisition, though it continues operating as a standalone product.

What does Plus add?

Animated tutorials and textbook-matched solutions.